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Conrad Hotels opens upscale property in Washington, D.C.

by Don Douloff

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton’s luxury, design-forward hotel brand, has opened in Washington, D.C. Located on New York Avenue at the gateway of the mixed-use CityCenter DC, the 360-room, 10-floor Conrad Washington, DC features 32,000 square feet of meeting space, all above ground level. In addition, there is Summit The Rooftop at Conrad, a bar, lounge and event terrace … Read More about Conrad Hotels opens upscale property in Washington, D.C.

3 Easy Ways to Love the Earth

by Natalie Lowe

First, Happy Earth Day – I hope your long weekend was fantastic. Myths and stories abound in human history… “There is an Easter Bunny.” “Becoming more sustainable is hard.” “My actions won’t matter in the grand scheme of the Earth’s environment and pollution.” Let’s unpack those myths, starting with the Easter Bunny: Any rabbit that wants to bring chocolate is a good rabbit in my books. Those … Read More about 3 Easy Ways to Love the Earth

“Vegas-meets-Cancun” resort opens in Mexico

by Don Douloff

CANCUN, MEXICO — Melody Maker Cancun, an all-inclusive resort that bills itself as a “Vegas-meets-Cancun” experience, has opened in the Mexican resort town’s Hotel Zone. Themed on a contemporary design, the 283,000-square-foot property features 679 guestrooms and suites, many with floor-to-ceiling French balconies. There are beachfront villas providing waterfront views of the Caribbean Sea or … Read More about “Vegas-meets-Cancun” resort opens in Mexico

ThinkOttawa ambassador program launched to increase international event business

by Don Douloff

OTTAWA — Ottawa Tourism, Shaw Centre and Invest Ottawa are partnering to launch ThinkOttawa, a program aimed at bringing more conferences and conventions to Canada’s capital through the creation of local ambassadors. In addition to attracting potential ambassadors, the ThinkOttawa program also offers support services to help win and deliver events across the city. The program asks potential … Read More about ThinkOttawa ambassador program launched to increase international event business

United Airlines introduces meeting portal

by Don Douloff

CHICAGO — United Airlines has introduced its United Meetings portal that’s designed to help planners better manage attendees’ travel. Enhancements include discounts accessible in one business day, instant amenity redemption and personalized reports. Available on the airline’s business site, United Jetstream, the new portal enables planners to make a request and receive flexible discounts for … Read More about United Airlines introduces meeting portal

Edmonton Convention Centre awarded sustainability certification

by Don Douloff

EDMONTON—ASTM International and iCompli, a division of BPA Worldwide, have awarded the Edmonton Convention Centre with Level One recertification in the ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) Environmentally Sustainable Meetings Standards. The facility is one of only five Canadian venues to be certified to the ASTM standard pertaining to the evaluation and selection of venues for … Read More about Edmonton Convention Centre awarded sustainability certification

Global DMC adopts virtual and augmented reality technology

by Don Douloff

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Global DMC Partners has teamed up with software company Balti Virtual, which designs augmented and virtual reality experiences. To launch the partnership, Global DMC Partners is debuting its augmented reality brand mascot, Global Girl, who’s known as ‘G.G.’ “AR and VR can help planners take their events to the next level and increase attendee engagement,” said Global DMC … Read More about Global DMC adopts virtual and augmented reality technology

Porter launching summer service to Ontario cottage country

by Don Douloff

TORONTO — Porter Airlines is launching summer service to Ontario’s Muskoka cottage country. Flights will operate twice weekly, on Thursdays and Mondays, between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and Muskoka Airport, near Bracebridge, Ont., from June 27 to Sept. 3. Flights will have an airtime of approximately 20 minutes and connecting flights will be available via Toronto for Porter … Read More about Porter launching summer service to Ontario cottage country

Restaurant Spotlight: Black Angus Steakhouse, Toronto

by Don Douloff

           THE HISTORY Black Angus Steakhouse opened in 1964 in the then-emerging Kingsway neighbourhood, in west-end Toronto. An intimate, 70-seat space, the original restaurant featured open hardwood and charcoal grills, which quickly became its signature. The restaurant was also instrumental in introducing Toronto to Certified Angus Beef. In 2012, new owners took over and undertook a … Read More about Restaurant Spotlight: Black Angus Steakhouse, Toronto

Convention centre set to open in South Korea

by Don Douloff

SUWON, SOUTH KOREA — A convention centre is set to open tomorrow in Suwon, South Korea, with the goal of increasing the city’s desirability as a MICE destination. Suwon Convention Center (SCC) comprises a seven-storey convention building and plaza, which features extensive surrounding infrastructure. The building’s seven levels include two floors below street level and five above-ground floors … Read More about Convention centre set to open in South Korea

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