Marriott Marquis Set to Break Ground in D.C.

August 26, 2010


Marriott Marquis Set to Break Ground in D.C. Construction of the long-delayed Washington Marriott Marquis hotel is on track to begin in October. Read more »
Dolce Hotels Launches Online RFP Tool Dolce Hotels and Resorts recently implemented SpeedRFP, an online RFP tool that enables meeting planners to solicit bids from multiple hotels across multiple brands. Read more »
NYC's Kimberly Hotel Adds New Features The Kimberly Hotel recently renovated its meeting space and added a new fitness room. Read more »
USTA Forecasts Meetings Upswing Meetings are back on the road to recovery, according to a recent forecast from the U.S. Travel Association. Read more »

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Maryland

New Adventures in the Old Line State

By DANA ENFINGER

Maryland is home to many tried-and-true attractions. From historic homes and urban aquariums to water pursuits and ecotourism, the state is also a treasure trove of unique—oftentimes unexpected—experiences. Following are eight of the most interesting ways for groups to sample the Old Line State's diversity.

1. Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine - Baltimore
You probably remember from your history classes that Francis Scott Key, who penned the national anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner, was inspired by the emergence of an American flag over a plucky American fort that withstood bombardment by the British navy throughout one eventful night in 1814. That battle was a turning point of the War of 1812, and that fort, which coincidentally is shaped like a star, stands in Baltimore Harbor.

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Happenings – Maryland

Baltimore

Kimpton's Hotel Monaco Baltimore (443.692.6170) recently opened with 202 rooms and suites and more than 6,000 square feet of meeting space. Originally constructed in 1906, the building was the site of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Headquarters.

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Site Scene

New York

Located at the current site of the Embassy Suites New York, Conrad New York will debut in Manhattan's Financial District in the fourth quarter of 2011. The hotel will offer 463 luxury rooms and a 15-story atrium lobby featuring a Sol LeWitt art piece rising 13 floors above the check-in desk. Each guest room will feature an average of more than 550 square feet and a minimum of two flat-panel televisions. Conrad New York will also feature upscale dining and beverage outlets and more than 17,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. A 6,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom will be designed to accommodate conferences for more than 600. For more information, call 800.266.7237.

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Marriott Marquis Set to Break Ground in D.C.

Maryland

New Adventures in the Old Line State

By DANA ENFINGER

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