Places & Spaces
Leuven, Belgium: A Lesson in Collaboration
The Belgian university town aims to use its knowledge base, and cooperative efforts with industry and government, as a lure for association events.
Nantes, France, Offers ‘Fresh Approach’ for Meetings
A lesser-known event destination, the French city turned out to be a ‘more interesting’ choice for the European Conference of Oncology Pharmacy.
San Francisco’s Moscone Center: ‘State-of-the-Art Everything’
San Francisco constantly reinvents itself while holding on to its history, a fact made obvious during a recent tour of the expanded Moscone Center and other spaces the city has to offer.
‘Ask Rosen’ Helps Make Meeting Planners’ Jobs Easier
Meeting planners hosting events at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando can simply say, “Alexa, Ask Rosen” with the new Amazon Alexa skill created by Rosen Hotels & Resorts.
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.
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)