Research by Social Tables found that more than 90% of event planners agree that events are more likely to be booked in a non-traditional venue than five years ago. Some of the most common reasons for …
Dec 13 2022
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When temperatures get chilly outside, event attendees tend to prefer warm destinations for their gatherings. After nearly 20 years of planning destination events, we’ve compiled some pretty solid reco…
Nov 29 2022
We’ve been talking about the Metaverse over the past few months and for good reason: crafting the right experience can be tricky but can also be a game changer for engaging attendees. In Part 1 of thi…
Nov 08 2022
The way we interact with each other and with technology is rapidly changing. Even post-pandemic, people are spending more time online with connected media, entertainment, and e-commerce than ever befo…
Sep 27 2022
Both the NCAA and NFL football seasons are officially back in full swing, which means your next event can incorporate a favorite sporting pastime for increased attendance and guest satisfaction.
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Sep 13 2022
Beyond the annual enthusiasm for pumpkin-spiced everything, autumn is an excellent time of year for events in the U.S. Travel crowds have usually died down after the summer rush, meaning there are oft…
Aug 16 2022
Looking for an alternative to typical branded swag, fruit basket, or wine delivery that is also meaningful, useful, and easy to personalize to each of your recipients of annual corporate gifts? Consid…
Jul 19 2022
For any event, it is important to make connections with your audience that are meaningful and memorable. Increasingly, that means being more creative when selecting activities to build into the event …
Jul 12 2022
Last week we talked about strategies that might help you avoid and manage travel delays when traveling domestically. Now we’re going to tackle ways to minimize your stress when traveling international…
Jul 05 2022
If it seems like everyone is flying somewhere this year, it’s because they are. Bookings are almost back to pre-pandemic levels across the country. No matter the reason for the trip or the destination…
Jun 28 2022
A delicious way to add interest to any event is with a specialty cocktail. With summer being peak peach season in the U.S., this juicy-yet-refreshing wine punch is a hit at any party. Even better, it …
Jun 21 2022
More than almost any other factor, when we speak to our clients about their most pressing event concerns these days, the vast majority almost always say budget. In the last two years, that concern has…
Jun 14 2022
Whether it's an online tutorial, a company-wide speech, or a presentation to investors, webinars are useful tools for sharing a great deal of information in a convenient digital format. After all, "at…
Jun 07 2022
When hosting an event, "branding" is frequently considered the basis of décor decisions or perhaps an event theme. But that's just the beginning of how events can tie into a broader branding or market…
May 31 2022
Between trade shows, private events, fundraisers, galas, incentive trips, and annual or semi-annual conferences, it doesn't take long to collect a LOT of random branded giveaways that are destined for…
May 24 2022