Even in the United States, human trafficking is a widespread problem that often goes unnoticed. Due to its illicit nature, many businesses fail to realize sex trafficking and labor trafficking, the two most common forms of the crime, may actually be happening right under their noses. For hoteliers, this poses a unique risk that requires vigilance, a keen eye and training to recognize. READ MORE

In a world struggling with how to balance COVID-19 threats with the havoc it is wreaking on the overall economy, health and safety are the first imperatives. But right behind is an urgent need to communicate why business events can and should be utilized as key tools for supporting broad-based economic recovery and renewal. READ MORE

Virtual meetings and events have been a trend in recent years. Yet, this niche area has grown in an exponential manner in 2020 by necessity. Industry-wide, the trend is not expected to be short-lived. From the perspective of meeting and event planners, moving events online now while planning for more long-term shifts in the marketplace has proven to be a difficult endeavor. READ MORE

When Greg Norman established his golf design firm in 1987, he did it with a mandate to preserve landscapes, respect Mother Nature and create enjoyable golf courses. The Greg Norman Signature golf course at Rancho San Lucas opened in February 2020, and is a multi-themed design that explores coastal and desert environments and offers a thrilling challenge from each set of tees. READ MORE

Outstanding communications has always been an essential hallmark of a successful hospitality organization - from property level and the host community to the C-Suite. The global pandemic, with its many disruptions, has further challenged us to maintain positive connections within the organization and to our many audiences. Done properly, when we sustain connections at such a stressful time, knowledge takes the place of uncertainty and realistic hope displaces fear. READ MORE