NBTA Foundation Survey Finds an Overwhelming Majority of Business Travel Buyers Project a “Direct Connect” Distribution Strategy Will Result in Higher Costs and Negative Impacts on the Industry Alexandria, VA (January 28, 2011) – A new survey of 244 business travel buyers released today by the National Business Travel Association (NBTA) Foundation has revealed that […]
HENDERSONVILLE, Tennessee — The U.S. hotel industry reported single-digit increases in all three key performance metrics during the week of 16-22 January 2011, according to data from STR. In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy increased 6.5 percent to 49.8 percent, average daily rate was up 2.6 percent to US $96.39, and revenue per available room finished the […]
The Omni Majestic Hotel, a 91-room, luxury boutique property located in the heart of downtown St. Louis has joined forces with Mom’s Originals Inc. in an agreement to offer a localized culinary experience to its guests. In a relentless effort to provide the finest in local flavor, guests of the Omni Majestic will receive the […]
(ST. CHARLES, MO) – Global Spectrum, managers of the St. Charles Convention Center, have hired Bill Nicely as the new Director of Sales and Marketing. Nicely will be in charge of overseeing all sales and marketing operations at the 154,000 sq. ft. facility including prospecting, booking, contracts, and sales reporting. In addition, he will oversee […]
Christine Duffy has accepted a position with Cruise Lines International Association beginning February 1. Duffy served most recently as Maritz Travel President and CEO and will be replaced in the interim by Jane Herod – COO of Maritz Travel. Maritz Travel, one of the largest meeting, event and incentive travel management companies in the world […]
What’s missing from the silent auction table in this photo? There are no bid sheets. You see three items, and no bid sheets. Your silent auction can now “go digital” through the use of handheld electronic devices. There are a handful of companies offering electronic bidding technology. Each has their own approach. At this […]
BRANSON, MISSOURI – The Airline and Airport News & Analysis website anna.aero has awarded Branson Airport (BKG) the anna.aero U$ ANNIE Prize 2010 “Fastest Growing US Airport 100,000-500,000 passenger category.” Opening just over 15 months ago, seat capacity at the Branson Airport has more than doubled in only one year of service as a result […]
Greetings! Come and tour the Coronado Ballroom and Meeting Facility and be amazed as Rob Schaefer presents: ” Corporate Event Trends Uncovered” Join Rob Schaefer as he explores the current world of event trends and shares with you some secrets taken from the region’s most well executed events. Put the tips you learn from […]
The best of the best are coming to Overland Park in 2010. The United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer) has announced that the 2010 US Youth Soccer National Championships will be played at the brand new Overland Park Soccer Complex, scheduled for July 20-25, 2010.
Soup Sippers This winter, these warm and tasty sips will have your guests saying “the weather outside is frightful, but the passed hors d’oeuvres are so delightful.” Soup sippers take a selection of cozy seasonal soups, place them in double shot glasses and make them an easily accessible appetizer whether positioned at food stations or […]
