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How Climate Change Affects the Travel Industry

Dana Communications

Today, were sharing the ways its overlapping manifestations rising seas, extreme weather, higher temperatures and melting glaciers affect the travel industry. A deadly tsunami hit popular tourist destinations throughout Asia, killing 230,000 holidaymakers and residents in 2004. Heating Up Theres no doubt about it.

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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Heike Mahmoud, CMP

Smart Meetings

She began working in a travel agency and later moved into business. Preparing for the Exam In 2004, when Meeting Professionals International (MPI) held their EMEA Conference in Berlin, Mahmoud was working as director of conventions at the Berlin Convention Office.

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How New Orleans Recovered after a Natural Disaster

Smart Meetings

Often, companies facing difficult financial times cut back on travel, as they somehow view it as a discretionary expense. Jeff currently serves on the Board of Directors of Society of Hosts at Florida State University, which named him Alumnus of the Year in 2004. The reality is quite the opposite.

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The Glorious Evolution Of SXSW With Scott Wilcox!

Endless Events

“When we first started incorporating RFID in 2004,” replies Scott. “You don’t have to travel to an in-person venue or invest money in lodging. You don’t have to travel there. Speaking of risks, Will wants to know what is the best and biggest risk SXSW took.

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Smart Moves in Lahaina, Tampa and More

Smart Meetings

In 2004, Lloyd joined her current DMO and served most recently as its housing services manager. Louisville Tourism promoted Lloyd to senior housing services manager. Lloyd has been in the hospitality industry for over 20 years, beginning her career with Executive Inn & Suites. Avi Phookan, CHBA.

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Portland’s Most Livable City Designation Reflects Steps to Ensure Public Safety

Smart Meetings

Another aspect of the Oregon Convention Center that sets is apart is its commitment to sustainability, which first kicked off in 2004 and was the first employee-led campaign for energy efficiency. We are the city that’s known for a lot of great things,” says Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler. “We

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Global Hotel Alliance celebrates 20th anniversary at IHIF EMEA in Berlin

Travel Daily Media

The post Global Hotel Alliance celebrates 20th anniversary at IHIF EMEA in Berlin appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. GHA was the loyalty partner of the IHIF EMEA event, which welcomed over 2,500 attendees from around the globe, and GHA CEO Chris Hartley shared his insights on the power of partnerships on the main stage.