While hybrid corporate events may be the future of modern meetings and conferences, planning and hosting one poses some unique challenges. If you're wondering how to host the best hybrid event, this guide covers it all. You'll learn everything from what hybrid events are and the benefits they deliver to how to plan a hybrid conference that delivers on your goals along with some hybrid event ideas to make it successful.
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Eatertainment on the Rise: How Technology is Playing a Crucial Role & By Joshua Sadigh
Entertainment and competitive socializing transform ordinary hangouts into vibrant and memorable experiences, blending the fun of competition with the joy of social interaction. This growing trend resonates particularly with Millennials and Gen Z, who prioritize experiences over material possessions, seeking moments that foster connections and create fun lasting memories. Source: … [Read More...]
The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort Unveils $45 Million Property&Wide Transformation
The scope of the resort's renovation spans all common areas and public spaces, the introduction of five beachfront villas, redesigned suites and guest rooms, enhancements to The St. Regis Spa, the launch of new restaurants and bar concepts, updates to the resort's outdoor wedding venues and the introduction of the Marietas Pool, featuring expansive vistas to Islas Marietas National … [Read More...]
Rotana Hotels Plans Entry into Five New Countries by 2026
Rotana announced today at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) its growing pipeline of planned openings in new territories. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read More...]
Cybersecurity Faces an AI Challenge According to GlobalData
The cybersecurity industry faces a challenge that is anything but business as usual. The prospect of offensive attacks using artificial intelligence (AI) is prompting increases in cybersecurity budgets as organizations try to understand the impact of generative AI on their security. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read More...]
Yada Xishan Hotel Yixing Opens As Part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Located in the heart of the Yangxian Ecotourism Resort in Yixing, this enchanting sanctuary marks a significant milestone in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt's brand expansion, as the eighth property to open in Greater China. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read More...]
PM Hotel Group Publishes Sixth Annual Sustainability Report
CHEVY CHASE, Maryland—PM Hotel Group announced the publication of its sixth annual sustainability report. Topics include the strides made in the company’s environmental and social responsibility programs throughout 2023. “At PM Hotel Group, a successful sustainability program is one that has broad engagement and is embedded in every aspect of our operations,” said Joseph Bojanowski, president, … [Read More...]
AHLA: U.S. Hotels Added 1,200 Jobs in April
WASHINGTON—U.S. hotels added 1,200 jobs to their payrolls in April, according to the latest government data that shows employment in the industry is still far from pre-pandemic levels, according to the American Hotel & Lodging Association. Total hotel employment stands at about 1.92 million, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That’s 193,600 fewer workers in the industry than in … [Read More...]
Accor unveils its first Handwritten Collection hotel in U.S.
San Francisco will become the first destination in the U.S. for one of Accor’s newest brands, the Handwritten Collection. Owned and operated by San Francisco-based Frame Ventures, Hotel Stratford is a European-style boutique property set against the backdrop of Union Square on the Powell Street cable car line. The property becomes Accor’s third hotel in San Francisco, joining the … [Read More...]
Cronheim secures $41M to refinance Brooklyn Aloft
Cronheim Hotel Capital (CHC) has secured a $41-million permanent loan on behalf of The Lam Group to refinance the existing debt on the 175-room Aloft New York Brooklyn. “It’s remarkable to witness New York City’s resurgence post-COVID, especially considering the sluggish start in ’21 and ’22,” said Beau Williams, senior managing director, CHC. “Over the … [Read More...]
AHLA workforce report: Hotels add 1,200 jobs in April
U.S. hotels added 1,200 jobs to their payrolls in April, according to the latest government data that shows employment in the industry is still far from pre-pandemic levels. Total hotel employment stands at about 1.92 million, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That’s 193,600 fewer workers in the industry than in February 2020, just before the pandemic hit. “Hotels are doing all they can … [Read More...]