MeetingsNet

APRIL 6, 2021

Convention centers and other venues hosting 5,000 or more will need attendees to be tested or show vaccination proof. However, convention centers, arenas, and other facilities hosting events larger than 5,000 people will require attendees to show a recent negative Covid-test result or proof of vaccination.

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MAY 15, 2024

Bring your meetings to destinations that go above and beyond Looking for a meeting space that is versatile, unique and nails top-notch hospitality? You may find it in an innovative, high-tech NYC venue; or, perhaps a characteristic boutique hotel in beautiful Boise. of meeting and event space.

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MARCH 29, 2022

The sequence was a vivid reminder set to the beat of Queen’s “Don’t Stop Me Now” that California has one of the most diverse landscapes imaginable with something to charm for every visitor. That message of diversity, abundance and welcoming is even more applicable for groups looking to return to in-person meetings safely and dynamically.

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Unique Venues

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Sunshine, warm weather, and unique attractions await you when you choose a California college or university as your next event space. Most venues across the United States may be quickly approaching the frigid, snow-ridden winter season, but not west coast venues! ” California State University, Northridge.

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Milestone Events Group

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

If you’re tying the knot in the picturesque state of California, here’s your comprehensive guide on how to have a stress-free wedding. Is it the venue, the guest list, the food, or perhaps the overall ambiance? Lean on Your Venue Too: Your chosen wedding venue can be a valuable resource in reducing stress.

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MAY 14, 2020

There’s a reason why California is one of our nation’s most popular states. California is perfect for any sort of event-- with literally something for everyone. Though it was challenging, we were able to come up with a list of Top Picks for Event Venues in Northern California. Check them out!

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MARCH 11, 2019

Northern California is one of the most scenic and diverse parts of California with major cities of interest including Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose—memorable areas that merge mountains with metropolises and technology booms with the bounty of wine country. It can be tented in any season to accommodate a range of events.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2024

Spaces to Inspire Your Next All-Star Meeting An essential part of an outstanding meeting is an amazing location. These new and renovated venues offer the perfect canvas for the meeting planner’s creative mind. The perfect event space is out there—read on, and maybe you’ll find it here. each and one at 1,680 sq.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 10, 2021

Opening in May, the brand-new Kimpton property offers 144 guest rooms with five distinct meeting areas, totaling 3,800 sq. of indoor and open-air event space. The four-story property is set for intimate affairs with small but flexible event spaces. Hilton Santa Monica Hotel and Suites , California.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 2, 2023

Bring joy into your meetings Joy is contagious. Using WalletHub’s list of the happiest cities in America , Smart Meetings gathered some of the top locations, venues and locations that are sure to bring a smile to your attendees’ faces. Tours are daily and there are also fun, spooky events scheduled throughout the year.

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JULY 14, 2023

In this role, she will manage culinary teams across the resort’s dining venues and will design dessert menus for large-scale events and daily dining. Nicola Cavicchini Nicola Cavicchini Cavicchini joins northern California destination resort CordeValle with a new vision for their three restaurants.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 14, 2023

In this role, she will manage culinary teams across the resort’s dining venues and will design dessert menus for large-scale events and daily dining. Nicola Cavicchini Nicola Cavicchini Cavicchini joins northern California destination resort CordeValle with a new vision for their three restaurants.

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Unique Venues

JULY 15, 2021

Meet at University of California, Davis. Centrally located, the University of California, Davis has access to the city or the mountains in any direction, making it the perfect location for any guest to enjoy. University of California, Davis can accommodate up to 3,900 overnight guests on and off-campus.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Two properties in Humboldt, California, just did something innovative but—given its location—not that surprising after all. Humboldt also has event space spanning across four venues, such as the 2,500-square-foot Hangar and the outdoor Oyster Beach. Scotia Lodge also offers outdoor and indoor meeting spaces.

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Unique Venues

MAY 10, 2023

Join us for our very first episode of “On the Road,” Unique Venues’ highlight reel of unique event spaces in popular destinations throughout the country. In this episode, follow our very own UV venue advisor, Jill Pheffer, to explore sunny Los Angeles, California, and all its countless offerings! Offering 9,300 sq.

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EventUp

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

From sandy beaches to lush gardens, the state of California offers a variety of beautiful backdrops for your nuptials. This beautiful outdoor venue was originally built for the 1915 Panama-Pacific exhibition and is now available for weddings for up to 3,000 guests. Parq Event Center (San Diego). Learn more here. Learn more here.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 15, 2022

Previously, Patay was founder of and chief strategist for Patay Consulting, and she has also been a Smart Ambassador for Smart Meetings, contributing regularly to our online and print magazine with the latest in “Smart Style.” of meeting and event space. of meeting and event space. Richard Romane. Ramel Kelly.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

In what has become a far too familiar cycle , California is again dealing with a rash of wildfires, now officially declared federal disasters. Meanwhile, two more fires have raged in Southern California—the Hill Fire in Ventura County and the Woolsey Fire in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties. Clear the Air.

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OCTOBER 8, 2018

Let the state of California’s motto to “dream big” inspire you the next time you want to plan a corporate social event on the West Coast. That same breadth of opportunity also applies to its many non-traditional event venues, which are just begging to be given a dash of the same “dream big” vision.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2023

Cvent has just published its list of Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels for 2023: Nashville and San Diego moving up to the second and third spots after Orlando. This is the first time Cvent has generated the list since the pandemic halted events. 1 ranked meeting destination in the U.S. after being named No.

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MeetingsNet

JULY 23, 2020

The push by meeting and event facilities to be known for implementing “the industry’s highest standards for cleaning and disinfecting” is in full swing. Effective communication between the venue and both event planners and attendees is part of the accreditation program as well. Besides those in L.A.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 26, 2024

1 meetings destination in the U.S., continues to embrace new and returning meeting and convention groups in 2024 with new or expanded accommodations and venues. of flexible indoor-outdoor meeting space. of flexible indoor-outdoor meeting space. event center. Orlando, Cvent’s No.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Balboa Bay Resort , Newport Beach, California. of event space that provides views of gorgeous waterfront. La Venta Inn , Palos Verdes, California. Ten meeting rooms and nearly 10,000 sq. of meeting space are on offer. More : New and Renovated: Metropolitan Meetings. Raffles The Palm Dubai.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 29, 2022

But for meeting planners it may sound like, “New Year, New Venue!”. Event attendees have a lot of options in-between event sessions, whether it is The Winter Village in Bryant Park which has a large winter market and an ice rink. of event space and 240 hotel rooms and suites. “New Year, New You!” Hoops in The Bay.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 9, 2023

Tips and methods for producing greener events. Sustainability is now required at meetings as attendees are demanding an environmentally conscious event. Curbing pollutants has become part of the meeting professional job description, but how does one to do so at in-person and virtual events in a meaningful and cost-effective way?

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 13, 2020

Takeaways: Meeting planners should look to their food service partners for ideas on donating leftover food from events canceled due to the COVID-19 outbreak or other reasons. At that moment, fears over COVID-19 escalated, and the team decided to err on the side of caution and cancel the three-day event, scheduled to run from March 3–5.

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Unique Venues

JUNE 28, 2019

We absolutely love California as an event destination. The options in cities, venues, and activities are virtually limitless. Here are our Top Picks for hosting a conference in California. Occidental College is another one of our Top Picks for California Conferences. California State University, Northridge.

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Unique Venues

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In the City of Angels, where dreams take flight and creativity knows no bounds, why should your event be any less extraordinary? Los Angeles is not just a global hub for film, fashion, and culture; it’s also home to some of the most Unique Venues that promise to make your events truly memorable.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Spooky experiences and haunted hotels for a Halloween meeting like no other Spooky season is here! If you have a Halloween-themed meeting coming up, look no further than these hotels that put forward the very best of the season. of inspiring meeting venues, it’s a prime destination for an invigorating and exciting Halloween meeting.

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MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Smart negotiating can ensure a meeting maintains its quality and that the host is made whole—and then some—if the meeting is relocated by a host venue. After all, the venue does not want to make an enemy of a meeting group—and it certainly does not want a planner posting the tale online for the wider planning community to see.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board announced a partnership with Clear Health Pass and Co.Protect branded protective equipment to help meeting professionals create frictionless solutions for establishing and executing protocols. “We The new reality for venues is that they must find a way to sell and plan events remotely.

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EventMB

JUNE 13, 2018

The Anaheim Convention Center (ACC) in California is the largest exhibition facility on the West Coast of America and can accommodate all types of events, including mega trade shows, conferences and meetings. ACC North, the 2017 expansion to the complex, increased the venue footprint to 1.8 Here is our […].

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 23, 2020

They are productive people, making it happen from California to Paris and everywhere in between. Traditionally, sourcing venues starts when a meeting or event is presented (or assigned), we seek out the right venue and then book the perfect space. That requires checking out more than just the host venue.

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AUGUST 30, 2023

Smart Meetings zeroed in on the top domestic Labor Day destinations and the activities throughout the United States that meeting planners may want to utilize if they’re in the area. of event space, 40 breakout rooms and 46 event rooms. The event is free to the public. Marriott Marquis offers 102,829 sq.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 12, 2022

The summer of 2023 will herald a new era of meetings in South Lake Tahoe with the arrival of the over $100-million Tahoe South Events Center. The events center’s projected date of completion is July 6, 2023. Once complete, the events center will offer meeting profs access to a 27,000 sq. of meeting space.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 3, 2019

. Offering everything from team-building exercises to meet-and-greet with legendary athletes, sports venues provide exciting, unique settings for meetings, special events and tours. Arguably the leading sports city in the United States, Los Angeles provides planners with an unparalleled variety of venue options.

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Unique Venues

DECEMBER 30, 2020

That’s right it’s California and our next focus for Top Picks. With so many great places to travel we help you narrow your search for your next place to meet with our Top Picks from The Golden State. What has 40 million people and would be the 5th largest economy in the World?

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