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Tourism Improvement District – A Funding Model Case Study

Solimar International

A Tourism Improvement District (TID) is a revolutionary way to fund destination marketing programs. They are typically run by local businesses that collaborate and invest collectively to support the growth and development of their destination’s tourism industry. West Hollywood Tourism Improvement District Case Study.

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9 Smart Moves in California, Florida and More

Smart Meetings

Dennis previously worked as director of sales and marketing for Hampton Inn & Suites SouthPark at Phillips Place; before this, she was adjunct instructor for Central Piedmont Community College’s Hotel and Restaurant Management program in Charlotte. Pete/Clearwater named Hilterbrandt sales manager for its Florida market. Sonia Fong.

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Why Are Public and Private Stakeholders Investing in Foreign Tourism Projects?

Solimar International

Tourism is a global business: last year, global capital investment in travel and tourism totaled $856 billion. When it comes to tourism, governmental and non-governmental stakeholders invest not only domestically, but also abroad. Chain hotels are a classic example of private-sector FDI in tourism.

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European Travel Commission names new team in China

ETC Corporate

This is one of many ETC’s efforts to prepare for the international recovery of travel and tourism as vaccination campaigns across Europe and the world are gathering pace. David Wu joined Visit Finland in 2013 and he is now heading Visit Finland Greater China team. Tiago Brito is the Director of Visit Portugal´s team in China.

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Hong Kong MICE sector shows strong recovery

Travel Daily Media

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) reported that the special autonomous region (SAR) experienced strong rebound for Meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (MICE) tourism in the first six months of 2024. This makes MICE the fastest-recovering sector in Hong Kong’s tourism industry. nights for all overnight visitors.

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Smart Moves in Hawaii, Las Vegas and More

Smart Meetings

Russell Stewart Russell Stewart The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett welcomes Stewart as director of sales and marketing. Over her 20 years of experience in sales, marketing and business event management, she has developed expertise in diverse branding cultures, DMCs and non-traditional marketing opportunities.

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Solimar’s Fall 2021 Sustainable Tourism Interns

Solimar International

Meet the future of the Sustainable Tourism Industry. Three times per year, we run a virtual internship program, connecting with talented young professionals with a passion for sustainable tourism, conservation, and international development. Previously he worked in hospitality at Refuge de l’Oule, located amid the French Pyrenees.