Laura Smith
Timing your social media is as important as getting food out and starting sessions on time. [...] Read more
FutureWatch 2011 predicts an increase in the number of meetings planned in 2011 [...] Read more
The Georgia World Congress Center is awarded a $2.3 million grant through the State Retrofit Program [...] Read more
On March 1, Southwest Airlines will launch an updated version of its Rapid Rewards frequent flier program. Under its new rules, rewards can be used on any seat on any flight every day — there are no blackout dates. Points do not expire, and travelers earn points based on the amount they spend on fare. Customers can also opt to get a Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Credit Card from Chase to redeem points on international [...] Read more
Dolce Hotels and Resorts’ Ravella at Lake Las Vegas opens Feb. 11 and more [...] Read more
DMAI and IAVM create study to focus on best practices, performance benchmarking guidelines and guidance for addressing new business models. [...] Read more
Axxis event production company acquires event design firm EDNY Associates Inc. [...] Read more
IHG hotels is extending its Check It Free promotion, a checked-bag rebate the company introduced last fall, through April 30 and increasing the total possible rebate to $100. All hotels in the IHG family, from Holiday Inn to InterContintental, are participating in the program, which provides a reimbursement of up to $100 per household for two bags on the same trip. To be eligible, guests must be U.S. residents, book two consecutive weekend nights and [...] Read more
One part of the Florida Turnpike will begin collecting tolls electronically [...] Read more
