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New and Renovated: Luxury, History and Everything In-Between

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Florida Panhandle, New Orleans and Denver hotels renovate and reopen with style Locations across the US make their mark with a slew of reopenings and extensive renovations. Host your next meeting at a design-led Denver hotel, a historic New Orleans boutique hotel and music venue or a luxurious beachside Florida resort.

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Cooking Up Culinary Excellence

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Five woman chefs of color in leadership roles across the United States spoke to Smart Meetings and shared stories of their careers, their inspirations and their passion for great food. Peruvian food is very diverse and dynamic in its flavors,” she says. In modern Peruvian cooking, Italian, Japanese and local Andes food all merge.

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Smart Tip from Salamander Hotels: The Meeting is Just the Beginning

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While the portfolio’s range of creative food and beverage experiences have always supported healthy lifestyles, his team is seeing an increase in inquiries from planners for these types of meals and breaks. Tim Bugas, director of sales and marketing, The Henderson, A Salamander Resort , Destin, Florida.

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Smart Moves in LA, NYC and More

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Prior to Andaz West Hollywood, Tucker was director of rooms and operations at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa in Bonita Springs, Florida. Max Beach Resort in Daytona Beach, Florida, appointed Codianne director of operations and Radford director of sales and marketing. Michelle McKinney Frymire.

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What to Look for in a Pool Party Venue

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Opt for a Food-Friendly Spot. Many pool locations are super strict about bringing in outside food, but if your event will run over two hours, people will probably get hungry. Ask about catering and approved vendors to see what snacks or beverages will be allowed. Look for ample shade for those outside of the water to stay comfy.

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9 Innovative Honey Experiences to Delight Your Group

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The dedicated honey-making efforts of bees have been highlighted at hotels and resorts throughout the world in a vast array of ways, including hands-on activities, classes, spa treatments and foods. Eau Palm Beach-Manalapan, Florida . Hotel Wailea , Maui, Hawaii. Mauna Kea Resort, Hawaii Island, Hawaii.

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Day in the Life of a Wedding & Event Planner with Michelle McDermott

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I did a “Start Your Own Business Course” with a local enterprise board which set me up nicely, but my background in hotel management and business degree were enormous advantages too. I am originally from the East of Ireland, but now live with my wonderful husband in the West of Ireland on a fabulous golf course in Co.