David Swanson

2 weeks ago | themeetingmagazines.com | David Swanson

What’s the secret sauce that makes Orlando the number one meeting destination in the nation? “We make it easy for planners to create memorable, well attended and productive events of any size,” says Casandra Matej, president and CEO of Visit Orlando. “We are committed to service, ensuring that our team works closely with planners to make the critical connections within our destination.

Feb 17, 2025 | aarp.org | David Swanson

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Feb 11, 2025 | themeetingmagazines.com | David Swanson

When it comes to selecting the ideal meeting location for a major client conference, Las Vegas is a no-brainer for its wide variety of dining, entertainment and activities. The city’s world-class resorts encompass more than 156,000 rooms. The Harry Reid International Airport is located just two miles from the Strip and features 1,100 daily flights to more than 150 cities. Las Vegas also holds three of the 10 largest convention venues in the country.

Jan 5, 2025 | travelandleisure.com | David Swanson

Unfriendly clouds loomed as the Star Breeze eased out of the lagoon. The wind and the swells picked up, and the seas turned a milky blue. I was chatting about the impending weather with some other passengers when Captain Simon Terry’s voice came over the P.A. “The tropical storm has developed into a cyclone,” he announced, adding that it would soon lash the Society Islands — exactly where we were headed. “It’s going to be very windy, very wet, and not very pleasant,” he intoned.

Dec 14, 2024 | travelandleisure.com | David Swanson

Holland America Line, one of the most storied names in cruising, has come a long way since 1873, when it was founded in Rotterdam. The line’s first vessel, a steam and sail ship that often crossed the North Atlantic, was named after the city. As the company grew, it would carry more than 850,000 immigrants to the U.S. between 1880 and 1920. And during World War II, Holland America ships transported nearly 400,000 Allied troops.