During a year when most people still weren’t sure what to expect from business travel, Switzerland just announced that it remained popular in 2010 with American travelers. Overnight rates spent in Swiss hotels showed a growth of 8.9% and an increase in arrivals by 11.5%, according to Switzerland Tourism. “Switzerland is definitely on the rise,”… [more]
Hide – Amended Facility Expected to Deliver Annualized Interest Savings of Approximately $18 Million SANDUSKY, Ohio, Feb. 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Cedar Fair Entertainment Company (NYSE: FUN), a leader in regional amusement parks, water parks and active entertainment, today announced that it has amended its senior secured term debt facility dated July 29, 2010, on… [more]
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Pacific Shore Holdings, Inc. (PSHR) — today announced the release of a short film on YouTube showing proof positive that its Nature-Cide® Bed Bug formulation kills Bed Bugs within seconds. As Bed Bugs continue their transcontinental journey around the world, now there is a way to rid yourself… [more]
A special events planner handle all aspects of a special event or meeting for an organization, including all amenities, accommodations and negotiations for the event, according to Salary.com. Salary ranges can vary dramatically for meeting/event managers, but generally they earn between roughly $47,000 and $64,000 each year. This is not an entry level position: it… [more]
NEW YORK, Feb. 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Worldhotels is the first hotel group to enable independent hotels to display their real time rates and availability in relevant search listings on Google Maps and on related Google Place pages. The revolutionary new feature is available as a pay-per-click advertising module connected with the group’s booking engine… [more]
Lawmakers Act to Protect Jobs, Tourism Tax Revenues LANSING, Mich., Feb. 24, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Tourism leaders thanked Gov. Rick Snyder and lawmakers for passage of legislation (HB 4160) providing a total of $25 million in funding for the Pure Michigan campaign. The bill authorizes funding at those levels for the State’s 2011 and 2012… [more]
Although many event planners may already have established relationships with hotels, conference facilities, conference centers and other venues where they frequently hold meetings and events, it’s important to vary where meetings are held once in a while. Or maybe this is simply a part of your job and you don’t do this frequently. Evaluating new… [more]
A special events coordinator for a casino coordinates tournaments, hosts parties, and various functions for a casino. He or she ensures proper implementation of all promotions, events, and entertainment including set-up, event registration, gift distribution, and prize management, according to Salary.com. A casino special events coordinator earns between roughly $32,000 and $44,000 each year, and… [more]
If you’re going to plan meetings and events, you’re going to have to create budgets. So the question is, how to budget for corporate and other social events? This is easily done in 12 steps. Here are the first five: Track site rental costs. Estimate catering costs. Document transportation costs. Add decor expenses. Consider entertainment… [more]
Green events are gaining in popularity, and by now there are many different ways that meeting planners have created green events. I’d like to try something new this month. I’m asking for event planners and others to submit mini-articles of your own on this topic. Please click here to submit your ideas for green events…. [more]
