Destinations

Choosing the right destination can make or break your event. The perfect venue isn’t just about location but also about creating the right atmosphere, securing the best deal, and ensuring a seamless experience for attendees.

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At Skift Meetings, we bring you expert insights on how to:

  • Partner effectively with venues to get the best service and support.
  • Discover the most innovative hotels and event spaces worldwide.
  • Enhance attendee experience with the right destination strategy.

From luxury hotels to unconventional venues, we showcase exceptional options for your event – whether it’s a corporate retreat, conference, or large-scale industry gathering.

Explore top event destinations and get insider tips on how to get the most out of each unique setting.

A view from the back of a stage looking out at the audience, with the speaker and the audience lifting white hats as part of Calgary's welcoming White Hat Ceremony — a key aspect of the city's culture of outstanding hospitality.
Destinations

The White Hat – A Symbol of Ultimate Hospitality for Events

Skift Meetings' research shows that authenticity is the new "it factor" for event destinations. How can planners ensure that they deliver this kind of deeper connection to the local culture? A spirit of welcoming hospitality is the key ingredient, and Calgary provides a model with its white hat traditions — making guests feel like part of the community from the moment they arrive to their last farewell.
Tourism Calgary + Skift Meetings |
A meeting group enjoys an outdoor meal around a small bonfire in Arizona's Sonoran desert after a day of outdoor team-building activities.
Destinations

The Best Outdoor Activities for Team Building (With Planner Checklist)

In the age of Zoom fatigue and hybrid work, outdoor activities are an ideal solution for team-building exercises that re-energize participants and build company culture. Discover eleven inspiring ideas grounded in real-world Arizona adventures, and download the accompanying free planner checklist to make sure your outdoor event goes off without a hitch.
Arizona Office of Tourism + Skift Meetings |