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Negotiation & contracts

9 posts · Updated May 17, 2026
Pricing

Cvent Pricing vs Easy RFP: How the Two Cost Models Compare (2026)

Cvent's enterprise quote model vs Easy RFP's flat €175/month Team plan. Side-by-side breakdown for boutique MICE agencies and DMCs.

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Negotiation

Hotel Contract Negotiation: 14 Levers That Work

The clauses and commercial terms every planner should negotiate on a hotel contract, and what to trade them for.

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Contract Terms

Attrition Clause in Hotel Contracts Explained [2026 Guide]

An attrition clause lets planners release a percentage of unbooked rooms without penalty. Learn how attrition works, standard percentages, and how to negotiate.

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Contract Terms

Hotel Cancellation Policies for Events: Complete 2026 Guide

How hotel cancellation policies work for group bookings and events. Standard sliding scales, force majeure, negotiation tactics, and the most common traps.

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Contract Terms

Cut-Off Date for Hotel Room Blocks: What It Is & When to Set It

The cut-off date is the deadline for attendees to book rooms at your negotiated group rate. Learn how it works, industry standards, and what happens after.

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Contract Terms

Force Majeure in Hotel Contracts: Post-COVID Best Practices

Force majeure clauses in hotel event contracts after COVID. What to include, what to negotiate, and how to protect your event from unforeseeable disruption.

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Cost Control

Hidden Costs in Hotel Contracts: What Planners Miss

The 12 hidden charges that inflate hotel event budgets — from resort fees to gratuity stacking. Know them before you sign.

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Contracts

F&B Minimums in Hotel Contracts: What They Mean

How food & beverage minimums work, how they are calculated, and how to negotiate them without giving up meeting space.

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Cost Control

How to Reduce Hotel Event Costs: 12 Proven Levers

Twelve negotiation tactics that reliably lower the final invoice on hotel events, without compromising attendee experience.

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