Caribbean & Bermuda

NorwegianBreakaway

Posted on May 15th, 2013

Cruise Shipping Miami Conference Highlights Group Biz At Sea

We spoke with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), top cruise lines and some of the world’s ports of call.



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Gran Melia Rome

Posted on May 14th, 2013

Meliá Hotels: Spanish Hospitality & Affordable Luxury are a Hit with U.S. Planners

“It’s a brand that resonates strong with corporate groups … because of our luxurious but affordable accommodations.”



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Infinity pool dusk

Posted on April 24th, 2013

Planner’s Pick: Hard Rock Cancun

The all-inclusive property contains a 16,400-sf convention center, a spa with outdoor palapa-style massage areas, five bars and lounges, and five restaurants including Mexican, Italian and Argentinean cuisines.



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Dorado Beach, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Posted on April 18th, 2013

The Future of 5-Star Puerto Rico: Ritz-Carlton Dorado Beach & Condado Vanderbilt

Puerto Rico is welcoming a new tier of luxury resorts: The new Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve opened in December. The Condado Vanderbilt Hotel partially reopened last October.



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One & Only Ocean Club

Posted on April 18th, 2013

Super-Size Meetings & Cozy Hideaways at Atlantis Bahamas

During Caribbean Marketplace, there were many outdoor events in a wide variety of locations ranging from the beach to thickly landscaped pools rimmed by hundreds of coconut palms.



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NorwegianBreakaway

Posted on April 8th, 2013

Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils New Big Ships & Exclusive Shore Excursions

Norwegian Cruise Line has expanded its tour offerings for meetings in Bermuda in anticipation of its newest ship, Norwegian Breakaway, setting sail this May.



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ArubaHyatt

Posted on March 14th, 2013

Aruba: Five Hotels + Two Islands = Infinite Options

Only three hours flight time from Miami, major hotel brands in Aruba like Hyatt, Renaissance and Radisson are showing off new renovations.



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U.S. Virgin Islands

Posted on March 6th, 2013

On Location: Value & Variety in the U.S. Virgins

There are many places in the world where you can get a tropical island experience, but incentive groups that choose the U.S. Virgin Islands can easily visit two, three or more distinctly different islands with ease.



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Sandals Emerald Bay

Posted on March 1st, 2013

Sandals Resorts Moves into the Meetings Market

Jim Bullock, vp of group development, explains Sandal’s group sales, services and infrastructure.



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Saborea Festival

Posted on February 7th, 2013

Puerto Rico’s Saborea Festival Celebrates the Culinary Oomph in San Juan

This year’s event from April 4-7 will feature demo kitchens, tastings, a champagne kickoff party and an opening reception featuring Chef Jimmy Carey of Miami’s Jimmy’Z Kitchen.



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