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Topic: Site Selection Choosing the Right Site for Your EventSite selection can make or break an event. Here are some tips and guidelines to keep in mind. Finding the Right Site for Your EventThere are a lot of factors that go into finding the right site for a meeting or event. Here are some guidelines and checklists. Holding Events at HotelsHotels specialize in one-stop shopping for meetings and special events, since meeting and banquet room facilities, food and beverage operations and staff are already at your service. Following are tips, guidelines, and points to consider when looking to find the perfect hotel venue for your upcoming event. How to Organize a Golf EventKeep these basic planning tips in mind when organizing a golf event. Inspecting Venues to Find the Right SiteHere are some tips on inspecting and choosing a site, looking for creative opportunities, and negotiating costs. Multicultural Events: 10 Ethnic GroupsHere's what you should know about marketing an event to any one of these ten ethnic groups. Museums, Mansions & Historical SitesA unique historical or cultural venue can help to underscore the character of your event. Museums, Mansions & Historical Sites - June 2008An extraordinary setting can provide the perfect backdrop for an extraordinary event. Non-traditional venues such as museums, mansions, and historical sites frame the occasion with their own special built-in character. They can also set the stage for excellent thematic tie-ins. New Bars and Clubs for Events in New YorkFrom pole dancing to luxury lounges, a number of new New York City bars and clubs offer unique event venues. Planning an Airport EventPromotional events held in airports can be effective, but you should expect to work closely with the airport during the planning stages. Planning Holiday Events - September 2008If you’re entrusted with planning the annual holiday fête year after year, coming up with new ways to generate excitement and vary the program can be a big challenge. Following are suggestions for some fresh approaches and spirited ideas to help you rise to the occasion. Secret Gardens, Terraces and Private PatiosNew York offers a number of out-of-the-way places to have a quiet meeting or event. Setting Up a 'Quick' National Sales MeetingPutting together a motivational sales meeting is tough enough - even tougher with a tight time frame. Here are some tips for pulling it off. Tips for Holding Special Events at RestaurantsBefore choosing a restaurant for you event, look carefully at the set-up, facilities, decor, service, and menu. Tips on Outdoor Event VenuesHolding an event outdoors can be a lot of fun, but it can also be challenging. Here's some advice on how to choose a site and how to prepare for contingencies. Using Resorts for Events and Meetings - February 2008If you’re searching for a venue that combines meeting facilities, food and beverage service, team-building resources, plus relaxation and recreational options all in one place, resorts are a good bet. Following are tips on choosing the perfect site and suggestions for planning your event at a resort property. Using Resorts for Meetings and EventsResorts are custom made for offsite meetings and events. Here are some inspection and planning tips to ensure that you get all that you need. When Only Perfect Will DoEvent planners offer their advice on what to do when an event has to be "perfect." Winter Destination IdeasYou don't have to escape to a warm-weather site in the winter. There are plenty of winter-weather destinations that can offer a great experience. Winter Destination Ideas- January 2008With the holidays behind and a whole new year ahead, it’s time for event and meeting planners to gear up for a new set of challenges. Don’t let your clients and colleagues give in to those winter doldrums. Kick off the new year by organizing a group outing to a winter spot that promises to inspire, refresh, revive and rejuvenate. Following are suggestions on how make your winter events sparkle. Working With Caterers - August 2008The general buzz around food—the ingredients, where they come from, how they are presented, menu selection, what beverages best complement the cuisine—has led planners to focus more attention on the catering component at events. Following are insights from industry pros on meeting client demands, food and beverage trends, and guidelines on how to work with caterers. Working With Conference CentersDedicated conference centers are designed to provide high-quality meeting space, far removed from the daily distractions of the office environment. You should expect to find clean, climate-controlled, user-friendly rooms supplied with up-to-date presentation equipment, comfortable seating, and easily accessible, knowledgeable staff to assist in technical support issues and other details of on-premise meeting planning and execution. Following are guidelines on what to expect, questions to ask, and how to work with these facilities and staff. Working With Hotels - July 2008Hotels have always been go-to sites for meetings and special events, but new builds and the revamped or expanded facilities of established properties are making them even more attractive to the corporate event planning community. Following are points to keep in mind when you’re considering using a hotel space for an upcoming event. Working with Museums, Mansions & Historical SitesIf you’re looking for a unique, exciting event venue where you can offer your guests an extraordinary experience heightened by the cachet of a rich, cultural setting, consider a museum, mansion or historical site. Countess locations with a vast variety of thematic tie-in potential are available to event and meeting planners in a wide range of sizes and price points. Following are tips and guidelines for holding events at these very special locations. Working With VenuesHere are some suggestions on what to look for during site inspections, questions to ask, how to think creatively about using the space, and the fine points of negotiating. Working With Venues - May 2008Choosing the right site for an event is one of the most important decisions meeting and event planners make on a regular basis. While it’s tempting to rely on tried-and-true venues that have worked well for previous events, planners often opt for new locations. In fact, an Agenda survey found that 83% of planners are looking for new venues for their events this year. Following are suggestions on what to consider when choosing a location, making the most of site inspections, thinking creatively about using the space, rental costs and the fine points of negotiating the price. Yacht Events - April 2008Now that warm weather is on its way, planners are starting to rethink their venue options. One enticing way to go is to hold a meeting or special event on the water. Yachts certainly are fun venues for leisurely cocktail soirées, networking gatherings, and dinner/dance cruises, but consider them for other functions too. After all, once you have guests on board, they become a captive audience. Yachting and Cruise Event OptionsFor a touch of class, try a yachting and cruise event. Here are some tips on charter options, safety factors, and other issues to keep in mind. Click Here to subscribe to our Topic One newsletterA national e-newsletter that each month delves into one topic of interest for event professionals, providing helpful hints and "how-to" information that planners can use as an on-the-job primer. Topics include: setting a budget, negotiating with hotels, working with restaurants, unique venues, AV/lighting/staging trends, catering ideas and more. Topic One articles have been archived by subject category within AgendaOnline.com's Articles/Resources section. Click Here to subscribe to our Current E-Vents newsletterAn e-newsletter that is produced and emailed regionally each month (New York, Boston, Washington, Chicago, Northern California and Southern California) with a variety of promotions and special deals offered by event industry suppliers in that region -- new features and upgrades, special short-term rates, value-added opportunities and more. 
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