Advanced Travel and Tourism
OCTOBER 14, 2024
In case you missed it, here’s a quick review of 10 takeaways for 2025 travel trends. Advance Travel & Tourism expert, Eric Hultgren, shared informative insights during the webinar on September 10, 2024. With the help of case studies and conversation from our guests, we discovered more about what travelers will be looking for moving into 2025, with a focus on Midwest USA travel.
Pádraic Gilligan
OCTOBER 12, 2024
by Pádraic Gilligan, Co-founder, SoolNua Consulting & Chief Marketing Officer, SITE At IMEX America this year, SITE and our partner, the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF), launched the 2024 Incentive Travel Index (ITI) to a packed room of eager attendees in Las Vegas. Each year, the ITI gives us a clear snapshot of where incentive travel. Read more » The post Free time is king: How incentive travel is embracing personal freedom appeared first on padraicino.
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ETC Corporate
OCTOBER 8, 2024
International travellers are showing increased caution about planning trips to Europe between September and December this year. This is according to the latest Long-Haul Travel Barometer (LHTB) 3/2024 published today by the European Travel Commission (ETC) and Eurail BV, which explores the sentiment and preferences of travellers regarding long-haul travel to Europe.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Tuesday, Oct. 8 was the grand opening of IMEX America 2024 , with a jaw-dropping trade show, unexpected meetups with good friends and exciting announcement after exciting announcement. Giving Back First things first: our friends in the South experienced devastating effects from Hurricane Helene , and less than a week later., Hurricane Milton, now a category 5 storm, is expected to hit Florida on Wednesday.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Motivation Excellence
OCTOBER 9, 2024
It’s time to get to know one of our newer colleagues! Sheri Racine started in June of 2024, getting several months of training from our long-time Merchandise Buyer, before retiring. We’re happy to have Sheri take on the role and bring a new perspective to the team. Please read on, and watch her short video, to learn about her passion outside of work and what she loves doing with her family.
Traveler's Q
OCTOBER 9, 2024
In today’s fast-paced business world, finding moments of connection, rejuvenation, and inspiration can be challenging. Corporate retreats offer a valuable opportunity for teams to step away from the daily grind, strengthen bonds, and foster creativity. At Traveler’s Q, we believe that rustic settings provide the perfect backdrop for these transformative experiences.
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Motivation Excellence
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Everyone in the workplace contributes to the culture of the environment. This is especially true when it comes to harassment and bullying. While unpleasant behavior from a coworker might not rise to the level of being illegal, it can definitely strongly affect the mood at work, which can lead to lower productivity, depressed morale and even losing talented people.
Pádraic Gilligan
OCTOBER 12, 2024
by Pádraic Gilligan, Co-founder, SoolNua Consulting & Chief Marketing Officer, SITE At IMEX America this year, SITE and our partner, the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF), launched the 2024 Incentive Travel Index (ITI) to a packed room of eager attendees in Las Vegas. Each year, the ITI gives us a clear snapshot of where incentive travel. Read more » The post Free time is king: How incentive travel is embracing personal freedom appeared first on padraicino.
MeetingsNet
OCTOBER 10, 2024
In her role at BCD Meetings & Events, Hanzlik creates strategies for accommodating neurodiversity across the meeting experience for hundreds of clients. The winners are attendees as well as event hosts. It’s not often that a business-event planner has a formal education and professional background in change management. But about halfway through her 30-year career, Mindy Hanzlik “took some time away from events to get my MBA and become a change-management consultant,” she says.
Travel Daily Media
OCTOBER 9, 2024
The post Tribute Portfolio makes its South Korean debut with The Link Seoul appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Tribute Portfolio, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announced the opening of The Link Seoul, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel today, 9th October, in Seoul’s dynamic Sindorim district.
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Redefining event catering with chef-driven menus, wellness-focused offerings and immersive dining experiences. There is always one thing that stands out for attendees during an event: the food. Planners often try to one-up themselves from event to event, looking for ways to wow and inspire their guests’ palettes. Smart Meetings caught up with Suzanne Halperin, head of meetings & events, luxury & lifestyle Americas at IHG Hotels & Resorts, to get a better sense of what trends she has
Conferences that Work
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Here’s a simple plea to journalists, interviewers, and podcasters: After you interview me, please let me know when your article or interview will be published! This blog is one of the most popular resources on meeting design, so I frequently receive interview requests. Journalists often seek my insights on current issues, quoting me in their articles.
Skift Meetings
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Skift Take: The sooner planners engage with a host destination’s DMO, the more opportunities they have to create meaningful and unique experiences that will allow attendees to thrive.
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 13, 2024
A 50-foot carved cedar totem pole stands in Seattle’s Pioneer Place Park. On its website, Visit Seattle acknowledges that the city is built on native land — the “traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples.” On the second Monday of every October, many Americans observe Indigenous Peoples Day, which honors the history and cultures of Indigenous communities, and celebrates their ongoing presence and contributions to the nation.
Travel Daily Media
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The post Tourism Authority of Thailand hosts networking event for Asian KOLs appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) hosted a networking dinner for over 100 key opinion leaders (KOLs) from China and Singapore. The event was held in partnership with Thai AirAsia. Hosted by TAT deputy governor for marketing communications Nithee Seeprae and Thai AirAsia head of government relations Krid Pattanasan, the event was part of the agency’s You
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 11, 2024
This week, we explore the impact the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions industry sector has had on global business travel, Wynn Resorts’ expanded plans for the UAE’s first casino, the benefits and economic power of Indigenous tourism, new European itineraries by Variety Cruises—and a last-minute chance to score some steep discounts on flights to Dublin, London and Paris.
Conferences that Work
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Click to vote for The Most Influential People in the Events Industry for 2024! Dear colleagues and friends, I hope you’re thriving in your event industry endeavors! I’m excited to share that I’ve been nominated again for the Eventex Index as one of The Most Influential People in the Events Industry for 2024. It’s an incredible honor to have been recognized among the 100 most influential figures in our industry for four consecutive years (2019-2022).
MPI
OCTOBER 14, 2024
A sober-inclusive happy hour is an absolute must for inclusive events. That was the sentiment at the Beyond the Bar discussion that took place at Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club during IMEX America 2024, hosted by Caesars Entertainment and OTHR Agency in partnership with CEMA (the Corporate Event Marketing Association). Moderated by David T Stevens, wellness architect at Olympian Meeting and host of the “Return on Wellness” podcast, the panel featured industry experts Alyssa Hart, g
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Autor: Víctor Hugo Romero | Director General, Integra Meetings | Socio PCMA LATAM Un Encuentro con Ideas Transformadoras Hace unos días, descubrí uno de esos libros que pueden cambiar tu perspectiva del mundo: “Comienza con el por qué” de Simon Sinek. Mientras lo leía sus palabras me llevaron a reflexionar sobre nuestra industria y cómo podemos transformar eventos ordinarios en experiencias extraordinarias cuando se parte de un enfoque basado en el “por qué”.
Travel Daily Media
OCTOBER 9, 2024
The post ForwardKeys report shows Asia Pacific tourism driving global arrivals appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. ForwardKeys announced that tourism in the Asia Pacific is driving the current resurgence in global tourist arrivals. The knowledge partner of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) presenter their report at this year’s WTTC Global Summit in Perth, Australia.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Risk mitigation and crisis management have always been pressing topics in meeting planning, but as our world evolves, the types of risks planners prepare for evolve in turn. In partnership with Destinations International, Smart Meetings is asking you to share your perspective on the top factors you consider in your risk mitigation and crisis management plans today.
Special Events
OCTOBER 8, 2024
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MPI
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Meeting and event industry press gathered at Ramsay’s Kitchen at Harrah’s Las Vegas on Oct. 9 during IMEX America 2024 for the inaugural “Media & Momentum: A Morning of Recognition and Impact” awards ceremony, produced by Caesars Entertainment and MPI. An exclusive breakfast in an elegant space made for a perfect setting to recognize trade press professionals and their commitment to delivering fresh and insightful content and, in several cases, lifetime contributions.
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Autor: Rodolfo Del Valle | Director General, Panama Convention Center | Socio PCMA LATAM Hace un par de años, me encontré frente a un reto que reflejaba la vida misma: una plataforma de clavados. Desde los tres metros, mi hija y yo nos lanzamos sin titubeos, disfrutando la experiencia. Pero, al llegar a los cinco metros, las dudas se apoderaron de mí.
Travel Daily Media
OCTOBER 14, 2024
The post HBX Group announces MarketHubs 2025, with the theme “Connecting Horizons” appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. HBX Group is once again bringing together the world’s leading travel industry professionals at its MarketHubs, with dates confirmed for 2025 for Asia and Europe in Macau and the Algarve. HBX Group, global B2B company that provides a suite of interconnected travel and tech solutions, has announced the much-anticipated dates and locations for its fl
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Risk mitigation and crisis management have always been pressing topics in meeting planning, but as our world evolves, the types of risks planners prepare for evolve in turn. In partnership with Destinations International, Smart Meetings is asking you to share your perspective on the top factors you consider in your risk mitigation and crisis management plans today.
EHL Insights
OCTOBER 15, 2024
What’s holding hotels back from doing more than basic eco-friendly gestures, like reusing towels or reducing plastic, and embracing sustainable hospitality by adopting a green culture into their business? This article takes inspiration from a recent publication by Dr. Laura Zizka et al. that delves into current hotel green challenges.
inVOYAGE
OCTOBER 10, 2024
With spirits still high from inVOYAGE x Mykonos, we headed to The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s newest yacht “ILMA” for the grand tour with a twist of mixology and an exquisite on-board lunch. So with luxury super yachts on the rise, we ask what is their potential for incentives and events? Emily catches up with Karen Shiers, VP MICE & Partnership, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, and Christopher Gioitta at Parea Travel for their insights.
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Autor: Sofía Valencia | Community & Membership Succes, PCMA LATAM ¡PCMA reune a la Universidad y la Industria de Reuniones! Por tercer año consecutivo, se realizó la semifinal LATAM de la Competencia Global de Estudiantes. PCMA continua accionando nuevas iniciativas para impulsar la educación, la profesionalización y el desarrollo de nuevos talentos en la industria de reuniones con el objetivo de acortar la brecha enre universidad y trabajo, involucrar, capacitar y atraer nuevos talento
Travel Daily Media
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The post FHRAI to host 54th Annual Convention in Goa from 16-18th October appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the largest hospitality association in the world, will be hosting its 54 th Annual Convention in Goa from October 16th to 18th, 2024, at Taj Cidade de Goa, Horizon.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 11, 2024
IMEX America 2024 ended today with a final count of 15,500 attendees (5,500 buyers and 86,000 pre-scheduled meetings) walking through the doors at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. In addition to visiting a world of destinations, hotels and tech suppliers, attendees took in 1,600 education sessions on the show floor and another 1,600 nuggets of wisdom were delivered to those who came in a day early for Meeting Professionals International (MPI)’s Smart Monday.
MPI
OCTOBER 10, 2024
At IMEX America yesterday, MPI leadership and volunteer leaders shared important updates about the association. The focus of discussion included an overall business update, key highlights from the MPI Academy and MPI Foundation, industry partnerships, a recap of IMEX America and much more.
inVOYAGE
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Recap required or FOMO setting in ??? If you couldn’t be with us, want to explore further details, or just feel like reliving inVOYAGE x Mykonos ‘24, take a dive in. Over 260 representatives from the world’s finest luxury hotels, DMCs, CVBs and event professionals have returned home following another sensational inVOYAGE – packed with unique experiences, incredible shared moments and a full complement of new opportunities for our inVOYAGERS to seize and benefit from.
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 9, 2024
The next generation of event attendees is bringing demographic changes and dramatic shifts in values compared to previous generations. Last month, for the first time, the number of Gen Z workers overtook Boomers in the U.S. workforce. Although the margin is small — there are 300,000 more Gen Z workers than Boomers in a full-time workforce of 127 million — it’s a trend that is accelerating rapidly, Ken Holsinger, Freeman’s senior vice president, strategy and research, told Convene.
Travel Daily Media
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The post Tamarind Global celebrates 18 Years appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. India’s foremost destination, wedding, and event management company, Tamarind Global recently celebrated its 18th anniversary. Since its initial years, Tamarind Global has flourished in providing tailored services across the hospitality and travel sectors.
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