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MPI Gears Up for EMEC 2025 in Türkiye

Smart Meetings

MPI, the largest association within the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) industry, has announced it will hold its 2025 European Meetings & Events Convention (EMEC) in Istanbul, the site of the EMEC 2014. With 1,000 members and 10 chapters and clubs, MPI has the largest presence at the conference.

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MPI’s EMEC 2025 Pursued Harmony in Turkiye

Smart Meetings

The gathering at Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar International Convention & Exhibition Center (ICEC) was the first time the group had met in the city since 2014 and it was a chance for attendees to preview renovations taking place at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus. The 5-star luxury hotel was the first Hilton built outside the U.S.

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MPI Pursued Harmony in Turkiye

Smart Meetings

The gathering at Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar International Convention & Exhibition Center (ICEC) was the first time the group had met in the city since 2014 and it was a chance for attendees to preview renovations taking place at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus. The 5-star luxury hotel was the first Hilton built outside the U.S.

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Smart Moves in London, Miami and More

Smart Meetings

Jessica Dillree Dillree has been promoted to associate director of marketing for Louisville Tourism. Mathew Ratner Ratner is director of sports and entertainment tourism for Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB). Before joining NYC Tourism + Conventions, Charlot worked at Thai Airways and Air France.

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Smart Moves in Vienna, Fari Islands and More

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Chris Achacoso Chris Achacoso Achacoso rejoins Tourism Australia as business development manager in their special business unit Business Events Australia. He earlier served as Business Event Specialist at Tourism Australia. She has worked at Sea Island since 2014, first as spa, fitness and tennis director, then as director of rooms.

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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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The Value of Tourism in Trail Development

Solimar International

As a mode of active recreation for residents and out-of-town visitors, trails also serve to encourage domestic tourism activities and spending at businesses located nearby. Across the nation, trails are stimulating tourism spending. Trails and Tourism – Supporting Communities. Katherine Frey/The Washington Post).

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