Upbeat outlook for event rental in latest Special Events survey

Jan 24, 2007

Event rental operators are bullish on business this year, with 76 percent predicting they will handle more events in 2007 than 2006, according to the latest survey from Special Events Magazine. The survey, now in its fifth year, also shows that ...

In brief for Jan 24, 2007

Jan 24, 2007

Lights over London … The London Eye has a new glow thanks to Lighting Technology Projects of South Wales. LED fixtures now illuminate all 440 feet (135 meters) of the steel Ferris wheel's diameter. The LED lights replace the temporary fluorescents...

PRODUCT GALLERY: TONS OF TREATS

Jan 23, 2007

Custom cookies from Conference Partners are available in such flavors as chocolate, gingerbread, lemon sugar and vanilla sugar. The company carries more than 3,000 stock designs; custom-made cookies are also available. The kosher treats are made...

PRODUCT GALLERY: LET THERE BE LIGHT

Jan 23, 2007

DSA/Phototech introduces SS Series displays--single-sided light boxes boasting consistent illumination with T8 or T12 fluorescent bulbs. The displays are designed for tool-free changes. Finished with brushed silver, the frames are available in 23...

PRODUCT GALLERY: FINE PHOTOS

Jan 23, 2007

Personalized photo-imprinted products are available from Digikeepsakes.com, including wine bottle covers, tablecloths, banners and table runners. Digikeepsakes.com prints photos onto satin, poplin and even napkins. The Web site specializes in...

VENUE NEWS: EASY BEING GREEN

Jan 23, 2007

Located in San Francisco, the new Orchard Garden Hotel is a green hotel, meaning it is registered with the U.S. Green Building Council. The hotel follows sustainable, energy-efficient practices, such as the use of chemical-free cleaning products...

VENUE NEWS: BEACHY KEEN

Jan 23, 2007

The Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort in Marco Island, Fla., recently completed a $187 million renovation focused on event needs. Additions to the resort include the 10,000-square-foot Palms Ballroom. The dining options at the resort have also...

VENUE NEWS: RESORT RENEWAL

Jan 23, 2007

The Doral Golf Resort and Spa, located in Miami, announces its new Legends Ballroom, which adds to the 110,000 square feet of function space at the resort. Measuring 60,000 square feet, with 22-foot-high ceilings, the ballroom accommodates up to 2...

Guests are ah-struck at The Special Event

Jan 17, 2007

Showcasing events at The Special Event, which ran Jan. 9-12 in Los Angeles, drew praise from attendees as some of the most effective and professionally produced in the show's 23-year history. Although show management has not yet released final...

In brief for Jan. 17, 2007

Jan 17, 2007

Denver to host Dems in '08 The Democratic National Committee announced last week that it picked Denver over New York to host its national convention next year, which will run Aug. 25-28. Political conventions bring a slew of events--both official...