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U.S. Destinations With Highest and Lowest Taxes for Travelers

A new study jointly conducted by the National Business Travel Association and Concur ranks American cities such as Fort Lauderdale and Portland, Ore., among the least taxing, and Chicago and New York City among the most taxing when it comes to levies on car rentals, hotels and meals.

Lingering Problems of Perception

A new M&C poll finds that two years after the AIG debacle, planners still are cautious when it comes to appearances of expensive frivolity.

What the Gulf Oil Spill Means to Meetings

A new M&C poll finds mixed feelings about meeting in affected areas -- and confusion as to exactly which areas have been tainted.

Planners Say Motivation Is No. 1 Topic for Keynotes

Uplifting messages, industry-related topics and future trends top the list in a poll of M&C readers on speaker subjects.

Crafting a Contract Without a Lawyer

A new M&C poll finds that only 35 percent of planners always have an attorney review their meeting contracts.

Figuring the Odds of Disaster

Chart shows chances of attendees encountering emergencies of all kinds while on the road

Dealing with Attendee Complaints

A new M&C poll finds room temperature the number-one gripe

The Mystery Job

M&C poll finds that most planners feel their bosses don't fully understand what they do

Themes Remain Popular for Events

M&C poll finds that planners love to use themes, though coming up with clever ideas is a challenge

Planners' Favorite Themes

Here are some event themes that meeting professionals found most impressive.

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