Vince Alonzo

Event Design

Escape to the Tropics in the Heart of London

This summer, ditch the stuffy conference room and transport your guests to a tropical paradise without ever leaving London. The Barbican, a renowned arts and conference center, is partnering with caterer Searcys to offer unique event packages in its breathtaking Conservatory.

Event Design

The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Mardi Gras Party

No matter what time of year, a Mardi Gras party is a great way to reinforce creativity and community Mardi Gras, meaning “Fat Tuesday” in French, is a vibrant and indulgent celebration held on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of Lent. This pre-Lenten revelry, with its roots in European traditions, has found […]

Destinations

Hoover Dam Rafting Adventures Launch 2025 Season

Lake Mead Mohave Adventures (LMMA) announces its popular Hoover Dam Rafting Adventures will return to its full operational schedule on Wednesday, February 26. Returning for its historic 42nd season, visitors will have the opportunity to take the Hoover Dam Raft Tour and Hoover Dam Postcard Tour every Wednesday through Sunday beginning that day.

Best Practices

4 Must-Know Negotiation Hacks

In today's challenging event landscape, securing a favorable contract and managing costs are top priorities for meeting planners. Here's a guide to help you navigate negotiations and get the most out of your event budget.

Technology

E-Bikes: A New Spin On Optional Activities

The hospitality industry is in constant pursuit of the next big thing, an amenity that not only enhances the guest experience but also sets a property apart. At the moment the e-bike fits that bill.

Event Design

Sustainable Swag

Fill It Forward is a clever program that transforms reusable water bottles (and other items) into powerful tools for sustainability and connection.

Destinations

Binge Celebrating: NETFLIX Vegas Opens at MGM Grand

Forget binge-watching. Netflix is bringing its hit shows to life – and your attendees taste buds – with the grand opening of NETFLIX BITES Vegas at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino on February 20th.

Best Practices

The Sugar Bowl Postponement: A Planner’s Playbook

Navigating the unthinkable: postponing a mega-event in this age of uncertainty Early on New Year’s Day, a driver plowed into a crowd of revelers on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing at least 14 people and injuring dozens more in a deadly terrorist attack. The attack occurred just hours before the Sugar Bowl, a College […]

Stats

The $26 Billion Distraction Drain

Inattentive attendees in meetings are costing British Business £20 billion ($26 billion US) according to new research from London’s QEII Centre.

Best Practices

Is Your Meeting a Snooze Fest? Here’s How to Fix It

Ditch the distractions and create meetings that keep attendees engaged A new report reveals that distractions during meetings and events, both in-person and virtual, are now estimated to cost the UK economy a staggering £20.7 billion (approximately $25 billion USD), up from £19.9 billion in 2023. The culprit? Boredom, fatigue, and the ever-present lure of […]