Two dominant themes stand out from the three major meeting planning conferences I've attended since January: the globalization of meetings and the greening of meetings...
The United States State Department has issued a rule proposing the development of an affordable passport card that can be used in lieu of a passport for travel by U.S. citizens through land and sea ports of entry—but not air—between the United...
When done properly, international CME and other medical education activities can help share knowledge, foster cross-cultural understanding, and improve the care of patients around the world. But those of us who have attempted international medical...
Only 27 countries are part of the U.S. Visa Waiver Program. Travelers from the other 164 countries of the world need a visa to enter the United States — and the process of getting one can be daunting. In a report issued in April, the U.S...
The meetings industry is experiencing a resurgence in international events. Taking events abroad can create excitement among attendees and increase attendance. But a planner must be careful to consider the unique legal issues that arise with these...
When planning an event outside the United States, getting materials to and from the meeting destination requires careful planning and execution — and, very often, expert help. Here's an overview of the process — and how you can prevent headaches...
