Resort Meeting Tip #2 02/23/2012
Base event themes on attendee experience. Looking for theme ideas? You might take a cue from Honey Creek Resort in Moravia, IA, where attendees have enjoyed everything from Hawaiian luaus, Mexican dinners, Texas Hold ’Em tournaments, and even Wii competitions. If your event features a themed activity, do it all the way! For example, if you’re going the Hawaiian route, include leis at the welcome reception, fresh fruits during breaks, a Survivor-type teambuilding activity, and island-inspired background music. Or try tying your event theme to the unique attributes of the resort destination itself. Frank often creates Humana’s themes in conjunction with geography. She explains, “Typically, our incentive program is themed to the location we are visiting.” Add Comment Resort Meeting Tip #1 02/23/2012
Use the purpose to maximize the impact.
The VIP Treatment 02/14/2012
by Shadia Cook Make a meeting impression… at a Midwest resort! Rolling hills of green, lush foliage, sparkling pools, softly lit spas, plush robes and warm, cozy slippers… sounds like a VIP experience during a premier event at one of the Midwest’s resort destinations, doesn’t it? After years of cost-cutting and bare-bones budgets, some groups are looking ahead, planning for a better future, and working to inspire leaders and key players to help make it happen. Better yet, some of those inspiring experiences are coming back to Midwest resort destinations. So how do you make the most of your group’s time at a resort? Check out some of the special touches that have scored points with attendees and bolstered enthusiasm to reach goals. Resort Benefits 02/14/2012
Midwest Meetings Resorts offer all-inclusive meetings. When listing the pros and cons of a meeting or event venue, it is important to evaluate all the possibilities, including holding meetings or events at a resort. Choosing an option that’s just economical may mean losing out on important value-added amenities that will draw more attendees in and keep them engaged throughout. For some, resorts may seem too expensive or inappropriate for meetings, but upon closer examination, the benefits gained through meeting at a resort simply outweigh the uncertainty. Medical Emergencies and the Meeting Planner 02/14/2012
By Linda Leier Thomason
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