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New and Renovated: California Dreaming

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Captivating Designs Make Memorable Debuts From the sunny coastline of SoCal to the fog-draped Golden Gate, new and renovated hotels across the charming state of California make for compelling options to host your next meetings, event or retreat. A variety of different spaces, from size to design, are constant across all these properties.

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What is Stopping International Attendees from Returning to U.S. Conferences?

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Experts from around the world share what impacts global travel California may be the ultimate playground, but the reasons people come from all over the world—or don’t in the numbers they did pre-pandemic in some cases—vary by region. The difference is that they are not participating in group tours in as large of numbers.

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How to Meet Authentically in Northern California

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Smart Meetings CEO Marin Bright demonstrated the elements of an authentic event by hosting the 2023 Northern California Extraordinary Experience at Portola Hotel & Spa in Monterey Bay with top meeting professionals from all over the country. In 1990, the first TED (technology, entertainment and design) Conference was held in Monterey.

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California Continues to Attract Global Visitors

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What hasn’t varied is the desire around the world to visit California for business, pleasure or both. At Outlook Forum, Visit California’s recent conference for travel industry professionals, research showed that the Golden State continues to appeal to attendees. Visit California’s Outlook Forum.

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May Wrap: 50-Year Company Anniversary Celebrations, AAPI Month, CAHR Conference, EventUP Anniversary, Virtual Events & More

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California Hr Conference (CAHR) Our CEO and Founder, Amanda Ma , has been invited as a distinguished speaker at the prestigious CAHR Conference 2023. She shared her expertise on ‘How to Build a Rockstar Culture’ and unveiled the secret sauce behind our company’s phenomenal success.

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5 Reasons to Plan Your Next Meeting in Greater Ontario, California

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Welcome to Greater Ontario, California (GOCAL), your gateway to the vibrant wonders of Southern California. Nearby Attractions: But that’s just the beginning of what Greater Ontario, California has to offer! The region’s natural beauty adds another layer of attraction to Greater Ontario, California.

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Smart Moves in California, Dallas and More

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Chelso Barrett Barrett is lead golf instructor for CordeValle in San Martin, California. Before ACVB, Hamel worked as senior sales enthusiast for Canopy by Hilton Atlanta Midtown, as well as director of group sales for Valdosta-Lowndes Country Conference Center & Tourism Authority in Georgia. Regis Hotels.

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