Business Travel Destinations exists to share insights about how travel and meetings can help corporate, association, nonprofit and government organizations to establish relationships with key constituents and ultimately increase revenue. To achieve this, we believe it’s important to profile destinations, hotels, venues and services needed for meetings, incentives, conventions and other special events. I’m highlighting… [more]
London has its own gravity. The best businesses, most highly educated graduates and skilled personnel are sucked into its dizzying spin. Despite the proliferation of the Internet, improvements in mobile communications and video conferencing, the need for face-to-face communication and interaction has actually grown in recent years. People need to meet and interact to create… [more]
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) — the global authority on the economic and social contribution of travel and tourism — will host its inaugural WTTC Americas Summit from May 16-18, 2012 in Mexico’s Riviera Maya at Grand Velas Riviera Maya. The summit will explore commonalities and challenges throughout the travel and tourism industry… [more]
Spa time when traveling for business is an activity that promotes health and wellness. Check out our review of what Canyon Ranch in Vegas offers.
You can find several great spas in Vegas, but Canyon Ranch SpaClub stands out among those that top the list on the Strip. What makes Canyon Ranch unique is its focus on helping you achieve optimal health through spa, fitness, wellness and more. Located on the third floor of The Palazzo and The Venetian hotels,… [more]
If you enjoy wine tastings, chances are you probably visit wine bars as part of your travels. And if you’re in London and searching for a wine tasting, head to Vinopolis, an interactive tasting museum (2.5 acres in size) for wine, beer, whiskey rum and other cocktails. Vinopolis is centrally located on the South Bank… [more]
The East Side Gallery runs about 1.3 kilometers long — the equivalent to roughly four-fifths of a mile — near the center of Berlin. The East Side Gallery includes 105 paintings by artists from all over the world, and serves as a memorial that promotes freedom. If you find yourself in Berlin for business or… [more]
Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) as of last fall changed its regional and national meeting formats for its focus on hospitality education. Previously known as Affordable Meetings, HSMAI is now positioning the programs as MEET. I attended the keynote speaker and lunch at HSMAI 2012 MEET in Chicago, and was incredibly impressed with… [more]
London is a popular destination, so by extending your business stay here, you’ll have plenty of choices for things to do and see in London. Check out our ideas for London in a day.
When considering the best cities in the world, London is one that consistently gets listed among the top of my personal favorite cities list: London is a city that is easy to navigate, it’s filled with history, and your options are numerous. Spending 24 hours or a day in London is easy to do. Of… [more]
