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New vs. Renovated: Celebrate the Old, Welcome the New

The combination of historical charm and innovative future From iconic buildings transformed into distinctive hotels to newly constructed hotels ready to offer the best service, these newly renovated hotels are ready to provide you with the meeting space of a lifetime. new york night One-Bedroom Suite, Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel One of New York City's iconic luxury boutique hotels, Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel New Yorkpresenting the first stage of comprehensive transformation. This phase updated the hotel, adding new public spaces and refurbished guest rooms, and introduced the brand new Beverly Suites. The hotel opened in 1927 as The Beverly Hotel and immediately gained renown for its 26-story Neo-Romanesque architecture. It has been immortalized in the works of famous artists, such as Georgia O'Keeffe's "New York Nights," which depicts the hotel and its iconic rosette that sits atop the building. In 2017, New York City designated the hotel an official landmark. The new design draws inspiration from the building's history, taking…

Skyline of Toronto City panorama with CN Tower over Ontario Lake
Canada Calling: Event Planning Paradise

Listen to Audio Economical, convenient and fashionable Are you a stateside event planner looking for a change of scenery? Our neighbor to the north, Canada, offers a wealth of options for event planners looking to entertain and engage their guests. Smart Meetings reached out to Laura Pallotta, regional vice president of sales and distribution at Marriott International in Canada, who provided some insights into the latest relevant travel trends for travel planners looking to create international experiences. Big Conference Love Canada Canada is welcoming back American association clients in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. “We are also seeing an increase in the number of corporate meetings and launches, trade shows and incentive travel. Canada is currently the top destination for incentive travel for U.S. and European buyers,” Pallotta said. Some of the top cities that are popular with international tourists include Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal – what these cities have in common is a cosmopolitan appeal and great convention…