November 3, 2009 by sfkate
Las Vegas. The city has captured the world’s imagination. Everything about this city pushes the boundaries and exceed expectations. It demands new thought and insight; now there are seven more reasons to plan your conference, convention, expo or other event here.
- Fantastic venues? Check. Our blog post on Las Vegas event venues sums it up nicely. Las Vegas has a venue for any event, any size and variety you’d want. With 9.9 million sq. ft. of event space, there is something for everyone.
- Plenty of accommodations? Check. With more than 140,000 rooms, there is no question Las Vegas offers plenty of lodging choices.
- Accessibility? Check. 900 flights per day with non-stop from 130+ US cities. McCarran International Airport is one mile from Las Vegas Boulevard.
- If you hold it here, they will come. Check. Attendance increases 14% when held in Vegas. There’s more time spent in meetings and on trade shows when events are held in Vegas.
- Great activities for attendees? Check. From shows, restaurants, spas, golf, shopping, and more (lets not forget the gambling), Las Vegas is a treasure trove of activity for anyone’s interests.
- Hot deals? Check. There’s always a deal to be found in Vegas. Not just at the tables, either.
- Tools for making it happen? Check. Planning an event has never been easier with the resources the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority provides. From lead distribution and promotion assistance to press releases and beyond, the LVCVA has the tools you need to create a highly successful event.
Call it Sin City if you like, call it an Oasis in the Desert. If you call it when you plan your next conference or convention, you and the attendees will have the time of your lives.
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October 30, 2009 by pegdaly
Looking for a cool conference destination for your next meeting? Vancouver is getting cooler by the minute , and it’s also hip! The city is energized in anticipation for the upcoming 2010 Olympic Winter Games to be held there Feb 12-28. So if you travel to Vancouver soon, you should be able to feel the energy. And you might even want to hit the slopes yourself, or at least the strip.
Here are some events coming up in Vancouver, Canada over the next few months.
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October 29, 2009 by pegdaly
If you’re on your way to a conference, convention, or trade show in Toronto, autumn is spectacular. They don’t call them the Toronto Maple Leafs for nothing. You’d best hurry, tho, if you want to catch the color, because the fall foliage season is winding down in Ontario. If you get there in time, please send pics and even your favorite Leaf joke!
But for most of you looking to attend or plan an event in Toronto, it’s time to look forward to winter. And there’s a winter wonderland to look forward to in Toronto.
Take a look at this video of the Harbourfront Centre skating rink. The world’s largest ice rink is a very cool place to stretch your legs between meetings, and you can even skate under the lights at night.
There’s also Toronto’s Winter City Festival coming up January 30th. Maybe you’d like to plan your conference, convention, or trade show around this two week event. And let’s not forget to mention Niagara Falls in winter – well worth the two hour hop from Toronto to see this amazing natural beauty along with the man-made Festival of Lights!
Here are some events happening this fall and winter in Toronto.
FOOD & AGRICULTURE
FASHION & DESIGN
BOAT & AUTO
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
BABIES!
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October 28, 2009 by pegdaly
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October 23, 2009 by pegdaly
The Pop!Tech Conference 2009 is going on right now in Camden, Maine. Attendees are taking in beautiful coastal views and brilliant fall colors along with an inspirational conference on new technology and America’s role in our global future.
Pop!Tech always attracts an eclectic and extraordinary group of thinkers and leaders, and there are always amazing performances and tech demonstrations at this annual event. Check out the spirited discussion and exchange of ideas centered around this year’s theme, “America Reimagined.” It’s streaming live right now!
Tags: "America Reimagined", innovation, thought leaders
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October 23, 2009 by pegdaly
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October 22, 2009 by pegdaly
Fall in San Francisco is truly the best time of year for weather. Days are warm and sunny, sometimes blisteringly so, and nights are mild and clear. Rainfall is rare, the fog has cleared and the long warming process has reached its magnificent zenith, making September, October and early November the three best months to visit San Francisco.
We found this weather forecast at SanFrancisco.com. Sounds nice, right? Here are some conferences, conventions, and trade shows coming up in San Francisco this fall.
MEDICINE & HEALTHCARE
WEB & TECHNOLOGY
BIOTECHNOLOGY
BANKING & INVESTMENT
More conferences, conventions, and trade shows can be found at Conference Hound.
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October 21, 2009 by lmb1962
Why do they call Toronto Hogtown? The answer: No one really knows. It’s the economic capital of Canada; twenty-five percent of Canada’s population lives in the Toronto Metropolitan area, and it’s one of the world’s most diverse cities, with nearly half the population born outside of Canada. It’s second only to New York City in the number of high-rises, home to North America’s largest and best preserved collection of Victorian industrial architecture and just a hop, skip and a jump from Niagara Falls. So where are the hogs?
If you’re going to a trade show or conference in Toronto, you may prefer to refer to it by one of its other nicknames, the City Within a Park. Get a feel for all the area has to offer at the official visitor site. You’ll find travel tips, attractions, and more, including links on places to have a same-sex wedding. Toronto claims to be home to the first officially recognized same-sex marriage in North America, and appears to have become a Vegas-style wedding destination for these ceremonies.
Get dialed in on Toronto and Canada news at the Toronto Star, which claims to be the country’s largest online news site. The site also has plenty of arts and entertainment listings, as well as restaurant reviews. Restaurant listings can also be found at TorontoRestaurants.com (turn down the volume on your computer before you click on any restaurant links), Dining.to.com and Toronto.com, which also features bars, shopping and events. If you prefer professional restaurant reviews, try 10Best.com for dining, event and attraction recommendations from travel writers and restaurant critics.
As cosmopolitan as T-O is, you’re never far from nature. The city is laced with green areas and quiet places you can slip into to escape the hustle. You don’t have to work very hard to find them, but if you do want to go out of your way to see something spectacular, check out the Royal Botanical Gardens. The park features 300 acres of display gardens (including the world’s largest collection of lilacs and over a quarter million spring flowering bulbs), 2400 acres of wilderness and 30 miles of nature trails. It also hosts over 25 annual festivals and events, so it’s sure to be a worthwhile trip.
Niagara Falls is a little farther out of town, (about two hours) but the drive is lovely. The official site has lots of visitor information, but doesn’t really do it poetic justice. If you’re undecided about making the drive, read the review at DiscoverNiagara.com and you’ll be convinced.
And if you run into any hogs, send us a photo.
Tags: dining, Niagara Falls, parks, Royal Botanical Gardens, wilderness
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October 20, 2009 by sorel
Visiting London for a trade show or conference? London has been a center of culture and commerce for over two millenia, making you the modern counterpart of all the tribes and traders who have passed through the city over the years. They, alas, did not have the internet to pave the way to a perfect pilgrimage, but you do.
Start by visiting the official tourist site to get a feel for the place. The “What’s On” section details entertainment options.
For all things related to getting around the city, including maps, tickets and walking routes go to Transit for London. The London Times website can provide you with news, current events and activity listings.
London is home to four World Heritage sites: the Tower of London; the historic settlement of Greenwich; the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew; and the site comprising the Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey and St. Margaret’s Church; you could do worse than to build your visit around visiting these.
Or, you could build your visit around theatre.
London Theatre Guide has reviews of all the show and festivals as well as links to buy tickets. It even lists shows rumored to be coming, so if you don’t see what you want, check there. TheatreGuideLondon exclusively features reviews by top theatre critics, untainted by ticket or ad sales on the site. It does have insider hints on finding inexpensive or hard-to-get tickets.
Or, you could structure your visit around eating and drinking. Top10.com will show you the best pubs by category: value pubs, sports pubs, traditional London pubs, pubs by neighborhood and editors picks. London-Eating features pub and restaurant listings with diner reviews. London Restaurants Guide has similar features and also lists celebrity haunts.
Or you could spend your time trying to catch a glimpse of the royals. Diaries of scheduled public appearances for the Queen and the Prince of Wales and other lesser royals are available online.
Not going but want to? Join the Visit London website and spend your time entering one of the many competitions to win a London vacation.
Tags: dining, theatre
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