Category: Convention News

6 Places to Bling Out Your U.S. Tour

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May 29, 2018

In the quest to meet like a local, tours have become a popular way to showcase a destination while giving attendees a break from the meeting room. But pounding the pavement on foot is not the only option for getting around. Smart Meetings surveyed…

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The Crown Jewel of Columbus

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May 01, 2018

A $140 million convention center upgrade propels an Ohio city in a new direction. READ MORE…

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Embrace Arch City

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Apr 30, 2018

Walkable Columbus, fresh off a convention center renovation, aims to be top of mind for event planners. Event planners are saying hello to Columbus in large numbers as Ohio's largest and fastest-growing city flexes its meetings muscles. READ MORE…

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Fitness Tracker

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Apr 27, 2018

Activities that promote health and well-being have become an important part of meetings, and Ohio honors that trend with a wide variety of venues and events to keep attendees their best. From salsa dancing in Cincinnati's Fountain Square to hiking in…

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5 Hotels Showcasing Serious Art Collections

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Apr 27, 2018

Hotels are all about setting their image with the right architectural tone and a design that captures their unique branding. But in another move to stand out from the pack, some are now showcasing serious art collections and installations that could…

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Convention demand drives Columbus’ hotel openings boom

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Mar 27, 2018

Columbus is expected to see a record number of conferences and visitors in 2018, and more hotels are in the works to accommodate sports fans, conference attendees and more. READ MORE…

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What's New in Columbus Sports Venues

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Mar 27, 2018

Columbus' love affair with their sports is more passionate than the average Midwest-American burgh, and that’s exactly the way they like it. READ MORE…

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How Major Sports Events Are Raising Destinations’ Meetings Game

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Mar 27, 2018

How major sporting events motivate destinations to improve their meetings infrastructure. READ MORE…

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Columbus Invests in Meetings with Plans for 1,000-Room Convention Hotel

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Mar 12, 2018

CFA reveals plans to add 470 convention rooms to Hilton Columbus Downtown COLUMBUS – Local and industry leaders joined together today at the Greater Columbus Convention Center (GCCC) to unveil plans and convey support for a 470-room expansion of the…

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Columbus Is an Underdog Destination, but Shouldn’t Be. Here’s Why.

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Mar 01, 2018

Ohio’s capital is, quite simply, one of the biggest underdog destinations in the United States. But the reality? The city of Columbus is popping. With arts! With breweries! With family fun! With so much more. READ MORE…

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