One of the easiest ways to control expenses at business events is to control the size of the guest list. That’s because items like food & beverage as well as service are most often priced per pers…
When planning business events, organizers often want to load in as much fun and entertainment as possible. The thinking is that the more fun people have, the more satisfied they’ll be with the overall…
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 …
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…
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…
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…
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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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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…