Bites & Sites
Breaking Attendance Records in Prague
The city’s medical reputation was a draw as the European Association of Haemophilia and Allied Disorders drew its biggest congress crowd yet.
A New Chapter for Jerusalem
The Holy City is aiming to woo more conference attendees.
This Hotel Wants to Reward Past Guests for Returning Surprising Items
Thievery isn’t typically something that businesses honor. However, an iconic hotel in New Orleans is using poor past behavior to power a big celebration.
Unexpected Meetings Destinations in the U.K.
Organizers will find first-class convention experiences even in the country’s second-tier cities — all easily accessible from the U.S.
Arnold Sports Festival Welcomes More Athletes Than Olympics
What began as a small, one-day professional bodybuilding competition in Columbus is now an international, four-day festival that features more than 80 sports and events.
Cities & Climate Change Science Conference Leaves Impact on Edmonton
After a 2018 event, the city, along with the Edmonton Economic Development Corporation, created citywide sustainability programs involving members of the public.
Tokyo Named Top ‘Bleisure’ Destination in Asia
The Japanese capital beat Singapore, Hong Kong, and Sydney in first-ever ‘Bleisure Barometer’ study by The Economist Intelligence Unit.
Public Art: 4 Destinations That Paint the Town
Increasingly, cities are offering their buildings and walls as blank canvases to local artists, who are capturing the heritage, culture, and vibe of destinations in larger-than-life ways.
Phoenix Warms the Winter Weary
Punxsutawney Phil couldn’t find his shadow, so Convene headed to Phoenix to find the first signs of spring.
Phoenix Hotel Scene Gets an Update
With several hotels completing major renovations and two new properties on the horizon, the Greater Phoenix area is experiencing a lodging boom. (Sponsored content)
Hawai’i Convention Center Commits to Conservation
Award-winning event venue lives by its groundbreaking Ho’omaluō (meaning to conserve or manage wisely in the Hawaiian language) program — a comprehensive approach to operations that focuses on being a responsible steward of the islands.
‘One of the Worst Properties on the Planet’ Is Now a Must-Visit Hotel
When SCP Hotels took over a derelict property, the new brand set about transforming it into one of the hottest new hotels to see this year. Here’s how it sets itself apart.