Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, Calif., recently reimagined one of its stunning pools as a mid-century modern-meets-Palm Springs oasis to host an unforgettable 800-person reception. Dancers greeted guests in the pool area that was lined with chic cabanas and stocked with nostalgic Polaroid…
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Editor’s note: For the second consecutive Global Meetings Industry Day, ALHI is acknowledging the industry professionals who commit every day to ensuring meeting attendees and hotel and resort guests have a positive experience while on property. They demonstrate daily the power of face to face and…
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With a rosy alpenglow in the background, talented figure skaters take to the ice on summer nights at Sun Valley Resort for special performances set to music. Meetings, conference and incentive groups in town can watch these medal-winning skaters perform axles and jumps that seemingly defy physics…
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When Hotel del Coronado opened its doors in 1888, the visionary founders dreamed the San Diego oceanfront resort crowned with its iconic red-roof turret would become "the talk of the Western world." Over the years, this Queen Anne-style gem certainly made a mark, hosting 11 U.S. presidents, serving…
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Editor’s Note: Each quarter, ALHI Insider expands its destination coverage with reports from four cities primed for hosting meetings and events. In this installment, we introduce meeting planners to Fort Worth, Texas; Napa Valley, California; Tampa, Florida; and Puerto Rico. Learn more about these…
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Wedding cakes are a long-standing wedding tradition. In fact, historians think they date all the way back to ancient Rome when it was a ritual for a groom to smash a barley cake over his bride’s head. But for wedding couples who are looking to personalize their receptions and want to opt for more…
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Weddings are all about creating happy memories – not only for the couple but for their guests. And what better way to create an unforgettable experience than to work with a celebrity chef to design a bespoke wedding menu with food as a central part of the celebration. Three renowned chefs at ALHI…
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A couple’s closest friends and family are all gathered for their big day, and the last thing they want is for the togetherness to end. Thank goodness for the day-after brunch. Whether it’s a seated affair, a buffet or a tapas-style gathering, this post-nuptial meal is a time for one last celebration…
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There are many factors that go into planning a wedding, from the date and location to guest list, flowers and the ceremony itself…and then there’s the reception. Whether planning a blow-out party or an intimate gathering, one thing couples can do to make the day their own is to work with a chef or…
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In Miami, coffee breaks are woven into the local culture. On just about every street in the city you’ll find ventanitas, which are walk-up windows serving Cuban-style coffee and pastries. These spots are where locals take an afternoon break and spend time connecting with others to talk about…
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