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Normandy Farm Series

Blue Bell, PA - Starting with the Terrace Party on May 18, Normandy Farm Hotel and Conference Center kicks off its Beer & BBQ Series with an exclusive cocktail party featuring a buffet to soak in the first warm breezes of another outdoor dining season on ‘the farmer’s daughter’ terrace while listening to live music. On June 15 is the Pig Roast, Normandy Farm’s Signature event. Victory Brewing Company will provide the perfect all-you-can-drink beer to pair with a succulent spit-roasted whole pig. The series continues with a Clam Bake on July 13, and wraps up with Crab Fest on September 14.

www.NormandyFarm.com • cityexperiences.com/philadelphia

Face-to-Face Meetings Grow Revenue

Washington, DC — Face-to-face meetings and business travel creates measurable benefits for companies and organizations, from increased revenue to lasting and effective professional relationships. This is the message the U.S. travel industry — and meetings professionals around the world — shared on March 30th on Global Meetings Industry Day, the annual international day of advocacy showcasing the value business meetings, trade shows, incentive travel, exhibitions, conferences, and conventions bring to people, businesses, and the economy. “Business leaders know the most persuasive communication does not happen through a screen — it happens when you meet face-to-face,” said U.S. Travel Association president and CEO, Geoff Freeman. “Even in a tight economy, face-to-face meetings matter for businesses and workers.”

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NYC & COMPANY IS NOW NEW YORK CITY TOURISM + CONVENTIONS

New York, NY — A new name and brand identity debuted, New York City Tourism + Conventions for the City’s official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of New York City. The launch was in conjunction with a social campaign, #WHATSGOODNYC,harnessing the “opinion power” of the City’s 8.5-million New Yorkers, offering them a chance to share their points of view on “what’s good” and what to experience across the City’s five boroughs. Tapping into travelers’ desire for authentic experiences, the foundation and strength of the new branding comes from its genuine, enthusiastic perspectives shared by a diverse mix of locals, highlighting New York City Tourism + Conventions’ role in amplifying these opinions to help travelers have a richer experience in NYC.

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