Best of 2018: 10 Most Notable Orlando/Central Florida Venue Openings of 2018
BizBash
DECEMBER 27, 2018
In Orlando and Central Florida, a number of significant event and meeting venues opened this year. Here's our picks for.
Orlando and DC Enhance Transportation Alternatives, Western Connections Could Follow
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Getting everyone gracefully from point A to meeting B is one of the challenges event professionals wrestle with every day, even if those points are simply from airport to venue and back again. Read More : Meeting Profs Travel Report: Brightline Adds Orlando The 11.5-mile mile extension serves as a Metrorail link between downtown D.C.
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2019 Preview: 10 Most Anticipated Orlando/Central Florida Venues for Meetings and Events
BizBash
JANUARY 4, 2019
Looking for a new venue for your next event? Here are the most anticipated Orlando/Central Florida restaurants, corporate event venues.
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2018 Preview: 10 Most Anticipated Orlando/Central Florida Venues for Meetings and Events
BizBash
JANUARY 10, 2018
Looking for a new venue for your next event? Here are the most anticipated Orlando/Central Florida restaurants, corporate event venues.
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Florida Restaurant and Lodging Show Successfully Brings Restaurant, Foodservice and Lodging Industry Together in New Orlando Venue
Exhibitor Magazine
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
ORLANDO, FL, After a three-year hiatus, Clarion Food and Beverage Group held The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Show at the Caribe Royale Resort in Orl.
Smart Moves in Orlando, Austin and More
Smart Meetings
JUNE 3, 2021
Contreras is director of rooms for Caribe Royale Orlando. Most recently, Contreras worked with Orlando World Center Marriott Resort and Convention Center as director of room operations. Riggio is director of sales and marketing for Innisbrook, A Salamander Resort , in Tampa Bay, Florida. Robert Contreras. Mary Rogers.
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10 New Venues in Orlando/Central Florida for Summer Entertaining and Events
BizBash
JUNE 1, 2017
Here's a look at new Orlando/Central Florida eateries, drinking spots, hotels, conference areas, private rooms, and other spaces to open.
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10 New Orlando/Central Florida Venues for Summer Entertaining and Events
BizBash
JUNE 29, 2018
Here's a look at new Orlando/Central Florida eateries, drinking spots, hotels, conference areas, private rooms, and other spaces for all.
10 New Venues in Orlando/Central Florida for Spring Meetings and Events
BizBash
MARCH 28, 2018
Here's a look at new Orlando/Central Florida eateries, drinking spots, hotels, conference areas, private rooms, and other spaces to open.
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10 New Venues in Orlando/Central Florida for Fall Meetings and Events
BizBash
AUGUST 10, 2017
Here's a look at new Orlando/Central Florida eateries, drinking spots, hotels, conference areas, private rooms, and other spaces to open.
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10 New Venues in Orlando/Central Florida for Spring Meetings and Events
BizBash
FEBRUARY 16, 2017
Here's a look at new Orlando/Central Florida eateries, drinking spots, hotels, conference areas, private rooms, and other spaces to open.
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TWT: Travel Still Flocks to Florida
Smart Meetings
MAY 19, 2022
Florida Continues to Come Back Strong. Florida Tourism has released Quarter One (January to March) results for travel to the state in 2022. Florida airports saw an influx of visitors. Traffic at 19 Florida airports increased 70.1% million (+112.2%), followed closely by Orlando International with 5.8
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CS+TSE Visits Venues of Orlando
Special Events
APRIL 11, 2023
Attendees of Catersource + The Special Event 2023 kicked off the week with a tour of Florida venues
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Orlando Leads the Way to Returning F2F
Smart Meetings
MARCH 1, 2022
Orlando has long been a favorite destination for attendees for numerous reasons, with world-famous theme parks and attractions, ample sunshine, and the state-of-the-art Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) topping the list. And now, business groups have even more motivation to meet in Orlando. Plan with Confidence. New Options.
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Orlando trade show demonstrates ability for live events to return safely
Event Industry News
MARCH 9, 2021
With health and safety as the number one priority, we are confident—as seen by the co-located fashion industry events in Orlando—that the face-to-face business events industry can operate successfully,” said Bob Priest-Heck, a member of the Go LIVE Together Operating Committee and CEO of Freeman. “In-person The event held Feb.
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3 Days of Delight in Southern Florida
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 21, 2021
Smart Meetings National Experience at the sunny Eau Palm Beach , Florida, indulged, educated and inspired meeting professionals to get back to what they do best: surprising and delighting. The post 3 Days of Delight in Southern Florida appeared first on Smart Meetings. Check out all the fun photos from the event here !
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Why Organizations Are Choosing to Meet in Controversial Destinations
PCMA Convene
JANUARY 22, 2024
Last year, the NAACP issued a travel advisory for the state of Florida after Gov. The inaugural Florida Out Coast Convention (FLOCC) last August featured several sessions sessions and discussions on LGBTQ travel. We love living in Florida, but we’re not happy with what’s happening politically.
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20 Orlando Event Venues Your Attendees Will Love
Bizzabo
SEPTEMBER 26, 2018
Orlando, known as “Theme Park Capital of the World,” is a venue haven for large events. And yes, in case you’re wondering, you’ll find your fair share of amusements parks in our collection of 20 Orlando event spaces—as well as a 1925 colonial estate, a Harley-Davidson Factory, and a sugar brimmed venue, among others.
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Get Excited for the Biggest Hotel Brand Openings of 2024
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Marriott AC Hotel Naples 5 th Ave From Old Naples, the gem of southwest Florida, comes AC Hotel Naples 5 th Ave , opening early 2024. Aloft Orlando Lake Nona The lively, artistic neighborhood of Lake Nona , in Orlando, Florida celebrates the upcoming grand opening of Aloft Orlando Lake Nona.
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Top 12 Wedding Venues in Florida
EventUp
JULY 15, 2019
We’ve vetted the roster of Florida wedding venues and handpicked some of our favorites below. Key West is a popular choice for Florida celebrations, and the Pier House Resort and Spa doesn’t disappoint. Key West is a popular choice for Florida celebrations, and the Pier House Resort and Spa doesn’t disappoint.
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New and Renovated: Innovative Spaces for Immersive Experiences
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Virtual Reality takes center stage in Orlando, where attendees can meet and celebrate like never before. Georgia sees the opening of a meeting venue that emulates sophisticated style within a driven commitment to environmental stewardship and conservation. The two-floor venue spans 9,000 sq. The two-floor venue spans 9,000 sq.
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Breaking Tradition and Being Inclusive: A 2024 Meetings and Events Outlook
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Non-Traditional Venues Muir, Autograph Collection Our teams have received increasing requests for nontraditional venues, outdoor setups and reimagined creative spaces. Sheraton Orlando Lake Buena Vista , which features more than 31,000 sq. In addition to 94 event rooms, 101 breakout rooms, and nearly 550,000 sq.
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2022 Cheapest Airfare in the United States
Smart Meetings
MAY 26, 2022
Four of the top 10 airports where you can fly on the cheapest airfare are in Florida, according to data from the U.S. Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Read More : South Florida Meetings: Health, Wellness and Productivity. The second cheapest airport, Orlando International Airport (MCO), has an average price of $241.01, a $25.08
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Elevate Your Event Venue Management Software at ACEED-i
Event Guru
MARCH 6, 2023
If you can’t make it to meet the team at the CaterSource event in Orlando, Florida in March, don’t worry! Mark brings years of experience working with universities and college campuses to streamline their venue management strategy. You have another opportunity.
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Cvent’s ‘Top Meetings Destinations’ and ‘Top Meeting Hotels’ Returns: Nashville and San Diego Move Up
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. Cvent’s Top Destinations data shows: Orlando remains the No. Orlando, Florida 2. 1 ranked meeting destination in the U.S.
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WalletHub’s Top Vegan-friendly Cities for Meeting Makers
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
Orlando, Florida: A Vegan-friendly City. Aside from being known as the home of Disney World, Orlando, Florida, is also popular with visitors looking for plant-based diets. Just 15 minutes from Orlando International Airport (MCO), the newly renovated Hyatt Regency Orlando contains 315,000 sq.
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How the IMEX Crowd Prioritizes Human Beings at Events
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
Read More: IMEX America Insights: Notes from the Tradeshow Floor Getting Personal Mike Waterman In Central Florida, Mike Waterman, chief sales officer with Visit Orlando , says the trick is making attendees feel like they are part of a bigger cause by breaking down the event into smaller pieces that are personalized for their needs. “We
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20 Enchanting Venues to Make Your Holiday Engagement Unforgettable
Unique Venues
DECEMBER 19, 2023
20 Enchanting Venues to Make Your Holiday Engagement Unforgettable Getting engaged is already a magical experience, but what if you could do it during the holidays? So, with that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of the top 20 venues around the US and Canada to have a holiday engagement you’ll never forget.
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Serious About Business Innovation? So Is Orlando.
PCMA Convene
MAY 11, 2017
Orlando is more than just fun and games. One of Orlando’s simulation-training facilities. In fact, the top-rated Florida Hospital Global Robotics Institute provides cutting-edge health-care simulation training for more than 50,000 surgeons around the world. UCF Medical Facility at Lake Nona.
How a Special Olympics Event Made Waiting Fun
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 13, 2022
In November 2022, edgefactory, a full-service media production company, partnered with the Special Olympics Healthy Athlete Experience in Orlando, Florida, to host and give free health screenings to 12,000 athletes over a seven-day period with the help of 600 doctors.
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Top 10 Cities for Curating Efflorescent Events in 2022
Smart Meetings
MAY 2, 2022
Florida was named the “leading wholesaler of floriculture crops” by Lawn Love researchers. Where meetings happen, Orlando and Miami were found to place first and third, respectively, in total number of flower shops per square mile. Read More : Urban Venues Seeing Return of Group Business. Finding the Freshest Flowers.
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98 3 Enticing Reasons to Plan a Meeting in Southwest Florida
SmartMeetings
JUNE 2, 2017
Air service via most major carriers is available to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers, 34 miles north of Naples. The region’s major meetings destinations are all within two to four hours’ driving distance of Miami, Orlando and Tampa. It’s hard to beat a seaside meeting. It’s hard to beat a seaside meeting.
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24 Hours in Kissimmee, Florida
PCMA Convene
JANUARY 31, 2017
When you think of Kissimmee, Florida, the first thing that might come to mind, as it does for so many cities in Central Florida, is Disney. During a recent press trip hosted by VISIT FLORIDA and Experience Kissimmee —tied to Florida Encounter 2016, which was held at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate on Nov.
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40 Minions, Meetings, and More at Universal Orlando
PCMA Convene
JULY 3, 2017
Usually you can accuse a corporate marketing team of overselling things, but when it comes to Universal Orlando Resort’s “meeting enhancements” program, the opposite might be true. It’s another relatively intimate venue, with 650 guest rooms and suites and 7,000 square feet of event space. See “digitalNow 2017,” p. Soon to be Six.
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Nine conference mythodologies
Conferences that Work
MAY 14, 2018
Mythodology: We can contract a venue for our meeting before we design it. Designing your meeting and then choosing a venue that can showcase your design will improve your meeting experience (and can save you big bucks!) This is the meeting industry’s biggest dirty secret. Use long-term evaluation techniques [1] [2] instead.
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How to Master On-Campus Meetings at Top University Venues
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
Some even operate as part of a hospitality program—so hosting an event on-campus doubles as support for the next generation of event professionals while leveraging the nostalgia of these storied venues. University of Central Florida, Orlando. For your consideration: University of California, Berkeley.
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