The NY Times reports that airlines are pleased with consumer response to baggage fees…

…which means they are most likely here to stay!

Most business travelers have not been affected by the fees, since many airlines waive checked baggage fees for elite or frequent travelers and those flying first or business class.

How have airline fees affected you? Have you become a lighter packer to avoid fees, or are you exempt from paying?

Congratulations to Kate McCaw, Vice President, Business Development with Planning the Globe of Mount Plesant, SC, the winner of our…

Sol Melia Hotels & Resorts and Continental Airlines Refer a Meeting Professional Contest!

Check our website for updates; new contest details will be announced soon…

Is winter’s cold getting you down? How does a relaxing getaway to Puerto Rico sound? Enter the Refer a Meeting Professional Contest for your chance to win…

…a three-night stay and dinner for two sponsored by Sol Melia Hotels and Resorts at the Gran Melia Puerto Rico in Coco Beach.

The winner will receive roundtrip airfare for two from Continental Airlines.

Just introduce meeting, tradeshow or event planners to ConventionPlanit.com, and you’re automatically entered! The contest ends soon, so be sure to enter now.