Dec 18, 2024
Two major resorts in Las Vegas and New Mexico recently completed and announced the kick off of guestroom renovation projects, respectively, to uplevel their business and leisure guest experience.
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Unveils Newly Designed Luxury Suites
Coinciding with its 25th anniversary, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas announced last May that all 4,000 of its guest suites would undergo complete renovations. Fast forward several months later, and the first of those updated luxury suites are now available for booking.
Combining contemporary aesthetics with a refreshed design… more
Dec 13, 2024
Just in time for its 70th anniversary, Fontainebleau Miami Beach celebrated the grand opening of its Coastal Convention Center, a new five-story luxury event venue boasting 45,000 square feet of meeting and convention space.
Opened on December 11, the state-of-the-art facility made its debut with a ceremonial ribbon cutting, tours, and notable speakers, including Fontainebleau Development Chairman and CEO Jeffrey Soffer, who was joined by Fontainebleau Miami Beach executives, community dignitaries, local officials, and VIPs.
“When we bought Fontainebleau Miami Beach back in 2005, we… more
Nov 29, 2024
During this season of giving, the Javits Center in New York City continues to shine as a beacon of sustainability and community support with one of its most dazzling donations to date: a 15-foot, 1,100-pound crystal chandelier.
Originally designed by Baskervill and manufactured by Bluebird Lighting, the $18,000 masterpiece was showcased at Boutique Design New York (BDNY), a trade show for boutique hospitality brands and designers held Nov. 10-11 at the Manhattan facility.
Thanks to the JavitsCares program and a partnership with Materials for the Arts, this extraordinary chandelier, which… more
Nov 21, 2024
Currently under construction with a $1 billion investment, the new VAI Resort in Glendale, Ariz. is on track to open its initial phase in Q4 2025, redefining the concept of meetings and hospitality by integrating luxurious accommodations with cutting-edge entertainment and versatile event spaces.
For event professionals seeking something fresh and groundbreaking, the upcoming opening of VAI Resort presents a new option that promises to elevate the guest experience through innovative design and entertainment.
At IMEX America in the Visit Phoenix booth, we caught up with VAI Resort Senior… more
Nov 18, 2024
As one of the fastest-growing U.S. cities in terms of population (according to an analysis by Exploding Topics), Nashville continues to develop and enhance its event offerings, and the city presents a dynamic landscape for event producers.
Whether it's hosting massive conventions in the new stadium, leveraging its musical heritage, or tapping into international markets, Nashville offers a vibrant and diverse stage for unforgettable events. With opportunities as endless as the music-filled air, Nashville remains a city that promises and delivers excitement.
As event industry professionals,… more
Nov 07, 2024
A downtown Las Vegas resort and a mixed-use development in New York City recently announced the completion of a guest room expansion and a new experiential meeting and event space, respectively.
Circa Resort & Casino Expands Hotel Tower
In October, Circa Resort & Casino in downtown Las Vegas completed an expansion of its 458-foot-tall hotel tower, unveiling 106 new rooms and suites. This increase brings the total room inventory to 618, marking a 20% rise since the resort's opening in December 2020.
The expansion introduces four panoramic sunset suites, 72 single kings, 24 double… more
Nov 05, 2024
What do corporate event organizers need to know about Orlando, Fla.?
In October, we spent 72 hours in the Sunshine State to discover what’s new for attendees and exhibitors in the theme park capital of the world, as well to find out what’s trending for meetings and trade shows.
Here’s what you need to know.
Getting there: Located about 20 minutes from downtown Orlando and with easy highway access, the Orlando International Airport (with the airport code of MCO) is about 12 miles away from the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) and major convention hotels that are connected or… more
Oct 31, 2024
With annual events like Gartner’s IT Symposium/Xpo taking every inch of available space and even building additional temporary structures outside, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is set to embark on the largest renovation and expansion in the property’s history, highlighted by the addition of 120,000 square feet of event space to its current meeting and convention floorplan.
With an investment of $275 million over the next several years, the construction project will also include modernized upgrades to existing meeting spaces and Swan guest rooms, as well as technology… more
Oct 29, 2024
Since September, several leading venues announced or completed major expansion and remodel projects while others upped the ante with high-level environmental and inclusivity certifications.
Off-Strip Las Vegas Hotel Completes Convention Renovation and More
The Rio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas recently completed of the first phase of its multi-year property-wide transformation. Since Dreamscape Cos. took over the resort’s operations in late 2023, the off-Strip hotel has undergone extensive Phase One renovations, including the addition of eight new food and beverage destinations, the… more
Oct 18, 2024
Celebrating 70 years with the theme of “Innovate. Elevate. Collaborate,” the Experiential Designers & Producers Association (EDPA) is gearing up to host EDPA ACCESS 2024, its annual meeting and conference for event designers, producers, and key industry suppliers. Set for December 3-5 at the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells in Palm Desert, Calif., the intimate event is expected to attract more than 300 attendees and will explore key topics facing all three segments of the trade show and business events industry.
Last year, ACCESS 2023 attracted 325 attendees to the Hyatt Coconut Point in… more
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