Desert Meetings

The Southwest and Southern California region of the U.S. continues to experience phenomenal growth, fueled by business, entertainment, recreation, and convention investments. Topping the list, of course, is Las Vegas, which has successfully morphed into an entertainment destination with something for everyone--families, conventioneers, gaming fans, shoppers, gourmands, and even art enthusiasts. The just-opened Bellagio Resort, for instance, features nearly $300 million in fine art. The city