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ACCESSE, the Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives' (CESSE's) leadership conference designed exclusively for STEM society professionals, brought more

Summer travel is in full swing at RDU International Airport (RDU), with expanded air service, new dining options and major infrastructure improvements underway. Here's

Visit Raleigh’s Kathryn Short, CMP, and Malinda Harrell, CMP Fellow, CASE, recently traveled to San Antonio, Texas, for the 2026 Meeting Professionals International (MPI)

Raleigh, N.C., is a destination steeped in history, offering meeting planners the unique opportunity to host events in venues that seamlessly blend historic charm with modern amenities. From charming homes to repurposed industrial buildings, these spaces provide a memorable backdrop for any

We’re excited to welcome the Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives (CESSE) to Raleigh, N.C., this summer for ACCESSE 2026, taking place July 13-15 at the Raleigh Convention Center. Designed exclusively for STEM society professionals, including seasoned executive leaders as...

Updated Sept. 2026, to reflect the new name of the Raleigh Convention Center, Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center. Recently, the highly anticipated Omni Raleigh Hotel

Spring is taking off at RDU International Airport (RDU), with exciting new international service, expanded nonstop routes, fresh dining and shopping options and continued progress on major terminal improvements. Here’s what travelers can look forward to this season: New Aer Lingus flight from

Last month, Visit Raleigh’s Kathryn Short, CMP, traveled to Myrtle Beach, S.C., to represent the destination at Rendezvous South. The appointment-based tradeshow is designed to connect meeting planners with destinations and suppliers across the Southeast. Known for its relationship-driven

After a record-breaking year, RDU International Airport (RDU) is flying higher than ever. In 2025, RDU served a projected 15.5 million passengers of travelers, added new airlines and expanded its roster of nonstop destinations—giving visitors more choices and convenience than ever before. RDU

As Raleigh, N.C., continues to grow as a premier meetings destination, new venues are opening to meet the demand for fresh, flexible event spaces. In 2025, three