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September 2011

SEPTEMBER 2011 DIGITAL EDITION:

If you haven't already read the September 2011 issue, check out our digital edition for hot topics like these:

ConventionSouth July 2011

COVER STORY:


Group Demand Is Back!

New data is in from Smith Travel Research that shows U.S. hotels are seeing nearly a 10 percent jump in group demand in the first quarter of 2011 compared to last year. We examine the results--in depth--with one Smith Travel's key executives and found out what this means for meeting planners and their buying power along with other trends within the meetings industry. Read now.

 



FEATURE:


Trade Show Appointment Technology

New technology makes setting up appointments between attendees and trade show exhibitions a breeze. These cool tools are not only time savers but help build relationships and networking opportunities between the two. Check out a few of the trade show appointment programs out there. Read more.

 

 

 

HOW TO:


How To Hold A Formal Event On A Budget

Want to elevate the formality of your next event? We've got some easy and affordable ideas for you along with some neat venues that will turn your next gathering into an extravagant affair. Read more.

 

INSIDER'S GUIDE TO THE SOUTH'S MEETING HOT SPOTS:

CLICK HERE to read what's happening at the following destinations. 

 
 

September 2011

 
Charleston
Myrtle Beach
NC Triangle
Richmond
Rio Grande
 
St. Petersburg/Clearwater
Smoky Mountains

 


 

Planning Directory

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Attendee Attraction

For the month of February, and to celebrate Valentine's Day, we want to know which of the following ways best "attracts" attendees to your event?

2013 Meeting Pros To Watch

Nominate meeting and event planners, and convention services managers for our monthly and annual Meeting Pro To Watch Awards.

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Annual Readers' Choice Awards

Let us know your picks for the South's most creative and professional CVBs, conventions centers, hotels and other meeting sites.

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Top Events Award

Was an event held at your site or destination creatively and professionally executed? If so, nominate it for our annual recognition.

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Top New & Renovated Honors

Nominate your pick for the top meeting sites that are newly opened and top sites that have recently renovated or expanded.

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