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Chicago is a premier destination for group travelers, offering an ideal balance of big-city amenities with easy accessibility. The city’s centralized location makes it a convenient meeting point for groups coming from different parts of the country.

If you’ve ever organized group events and sent out hotel RFPs, you’ve probably faced the challenge of low response rates. In this article, we share practical tips to help you boost those response rates and secure better results.

This guide will help you create a stunning reception while staying within budget. Think signature batch drinks, interactive garnish stations, and presentation ideas to help you craft an experience your guests will remember long after their first sip.

Selecting the right hotel for your group can shape the entire experience. While most planners focus on location, room blocks, and meeting space, breakfast can be overlooked. Yet the impact of a free breakfast is anything but small.

Whether you’re organizing a corporate conference, an incentive trip, or a special interest tour, Singapore delivers a unique experience. Discover everything you need to know about planning your event in this remarkable city.

Hotel bars are more than just a convenient place to get a drink. Rather, they have become destinations on their own. These are places where history was made, cultural icons gathered, relationships blossomed, and legendary cocktails were invented.

When planning a group event, whether it’s an executive retreat, a training seminar, or a multi-day conference, the type of hotel you choose plays a critical role in shaping the experience.

We’ve compiled a glossary of hotel industry terms to help you speak the language of hospitality with confidence. This guide covers the essential terms you’ll encounter planning your next meeting or event, from contract clauses to room configurations.

Room block management can make or break an event. In this article, we share our hard-earned insights to help you ace it. Read this guide to learn how to master hotel room blocks with practical, actionable advice.

Planning a group trip to San Francisco can feel like navigating the city’s famous hills—exciting yet challenging. With its iconic landmarks, diverse neighborhoods, and hot culinary scene, San Francisco offers endless possibilities for group travelers.

In today’s landscape of dietary preferences and medical needs, overlooking food safety can lead to serious consequences, especially when it comes to allergies and cross-contamination. Read this guide to find out more.

Planning an event involves many moving pieces, but one of the most significant considerations is food and beverage minimums. Learn how to maximize your catering budget for your next event and still wow guests.

Planning a group trip to Denver? While many think of the Mile High City as a winter destination, springtime also offers an incredible array of opportunities for group travelers. Check out our group guide to Denver.

Read this guide to take the stress out of hotel room block contracts and management. Learn how to read contracts, navigate payment, keep track of deadlines, and ensure attendees make their reservations on time.