Smart Meetings

JUNE 13, 2022

Read More: NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference Starts with Hopeful Vision of Return to Travel. IHG has had steady growth over the past few years, even in the face of the pandemic hitting the travel industry especially hard. Since 2017, it has acquired or launched six brands to add to its portfolio.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 4, 2021

Anderson serves on the board of directors for United States Travel Association (USTA), is an executive committee member of Meetings Mean Business Coalition, co-chair of USTA CEO Roundtable and is a member on Destination International’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee. Doug Bennett, CASE.

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Dana Communications

MAY 2, 2023

Since many of these states are still hammering out policy and licensing, we looked to the west to uncover travel trends from destinations who first blazed the legalization trail. NOTE: We did not look into data beyond 2019, as the pandemic virtually extinguished travel in 2020 and overall visitation is only beginning to course correct.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Before her new position, Berwick was global marketing director for Reed & Mackay Travel Ltd. Pereira’s hospitality career began with Westin Grand Cayman in 2017, when she began as pool and beach concierge. Steffan has been promoted to director of sales for Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, Texas. Victoria Berwick.

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Endless Events

MAY 18, 2018

Finally, deliver engaging content via interesting talks, awe-inspiring entertainment, pleasantly surprising promotions, and top-notch AV. Surprise, Delight, Succeed to Win at Events and Promotions. The LeadDog Marketing Group took to the airports for the first National Business Travel Day. People love surprises.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2023

1 in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 Nashville was named No. ” Cvent Top Meeting Destinations | North America As pandemic restrictions eased and travel returned, convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) worked diligently to promote their cities and revive the industry as quickly as possible, and those efforts are paying off.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2024

He brings over 30 years of expertise in the travel and tourism industry and has served in executive roles local to the region for 15 years. He served as vice president of sales for RSCVA since 2017 and is a third-generation Nevadan. Cory Rosenberg Cory Rosenberg, PRA Rosenberg joins PRA as regional vice president.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Travel Association, speaks Wednesday at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. Travel Association). The travel industry won’t fully recover until the meeting industry recovers, Roger Dow, president and CEO of U.S. Travel Executive Vice President of Public Affairs and Policy Tori Emerson Barnes said at the press conference.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 19, 2018

MTV’s 2017 Video Music Awards would be the perfect inspiration. If you want to grab the attention of people, if you want to promote your event, if you want to delight people at your event—you need to take the time to do it well. The stage is the centerpiece of most events. Are you willing to go ultra high-tech?

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Endless Events

JANUARY 25, 2018

You need to think of smaller costs like taxes, fees, gratuity, marketing, and travel. Here are some things to consider for budget line items: Costs to travel to your event: Is there a room block for your event? Can you use the products for future event promotions? How much will it take to fly out your entire team?

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

In this new position, Oshiro focuses on the wholesale, military, groups and travel agent markets for Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head , Waikiki Malia and Hotel Renew. Martin Castaño Marriott International has promoted Castaño to regional vice president of sales and distribution for the Caribbean and Latin America.

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Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 30, 2019

A sunny forecast is on the horizon for Incentive Travel, according to the Incentive Research Foundation. The average spend has increased in both 2017 and 2018, compared to previous years, with one in two buyers reporting a rise in their overall incentive travel budget and the number of eligible participants.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Travel Association and The Downtown DC Business Improvement District, has seen that associations are getting 30% or more attrition and it is more difficult to have in-person, one-on-one meetings when many are working from their kitchen in the suburbs and some from second homes in the Caribbean. The needs of the customer have changed.”

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 31, 2018

Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts has received a patent for its “guest room of the future ,” which is designed to help meeting professionals and other business travelers enhance their productivity in a space that fits their lifestyle. It includes the following key components.

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Travel Daily Media

AUGUST 25, 2022

The post PCEB to host its annual roadshow in India in 2023: Gunasekeran appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Ashwin Gunasekeran, the CEO of Penang Convention and Exhibition Bureau (PCEB ) said that Penang has been actively engaging with India since 2017 as its one of the fastest growing markets for Penang.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The stunning beaches, unique local culture, and unspoiled natural beauty make it an idyllic retreat for travelers seeking a getaway. Cox’s Bazar is a destination for many types of travelers: eco-tourists, vacation seekers, and cultural enthusiasts, etc. To appeal to international markets, it is crucial to enhance its attractiveness.

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DCI

APRIL 27, 2023

The results are in and in 2023 Canadian travelers are on the move more than ever, thanks in no small part to the lifting of pandemic-era restrictions. Following the 2020 edition, this newest version provides insight into the habits and preferences of outbound Canadian travelers along their “path to purchase” for international leisure travel.

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Travel Daily News

APRIL 3, 2023

CHICAGO, IL – First Hospitality , a national hotel operating and development company, announces the promotion of two hospitality veterans to key roles on its corporate team: John Brosnan to vice president of sales, and Geri Lombard to regional vice president of operations.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 15, 2022

Kisskeys has been promoted to president of Associations North, a nonprofit association organization based in the upper Midwest United States. She was later promoted to marketing and communications manager in 2010, and later, co-director in 2017. McCarron comes from Waldorf Astoria Orlando, where he worked as general manager.

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Endless Events

JULY 5, 2018

According to International Meetings Review, a small poll in 2017 found that almost half of event organizers aren’t considering virtual attendance for their events. If they don’t have the time to travel to your event between others, they might still have the time to speak at it virtually. But, it’s not just for the VR-buffs.

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Crowdriff

APRIL 13, 2017

Today, we’re excited to announce the inaugural 2017 VIZZI Awards! We want to promote great visual storytelling and recognize travel and tourism brands who are using visuals to attract and engage their audiences in creative and impactful ways. Visuals are the language of the digital era. Enter the VIZZIs Today.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 5, 2021

The TID tends to fund services such as marketing programs, tourism promotions, and projects to regenerate the destination to make it more attractive to prospective visitors. A 2015-2016 annual report by the West Hollywood Travel and Tourism Board, noted there were 1.38 million visitors to West Hollywood during this year.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

ExCel London , a major event venue at the historic Royal Docks, promoted Clover to executive director of event management and guest experience. Previously, Collett was global head of events, after joining the company in 2017. Since joining the travel bureau, Dyson has held leadership roles in international and domestic tourism.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

You should also play with seating to boost engagement — theater-style seating is “so 2017.”. In fact, demand for such venues already rose 4% in 2017. In, 2017 most major mobile apps incorporated some form of AI. Believe it or not, the value of Bitcoin has risen 5x in 2017 alone! Instead of fighting it, take advantage!

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AltexSoft Travel

JANUARY 31, 2020

Airline companies were also the first to practice eCommerce by founding and operating online travel agencies (OTA). The way people live and travel changed drastically, so the industry had to adjust for the modern-world conditions. Understanding the air travel market. Customers are the buyers of travel products.

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 10, 2024

The post Philippines to host the 1st ever UN Tourism Gastronomy Forum appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Further, according to a 2023 report by Booking.com, 34% of travelers prioritize restaurants and dining experiences, viewing them as gateways to understanding local traditions and lifestyles.

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DCI

JUNE 13, 2023

The study builds on previous surveys of meeting planners from 2017 and 2019. Needless to say, since 2019, the way we live, work and travel has undergone profound transformations, as has the world of business events. Business travel shouldn’t be all business and no travel!

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Solimar International

JULY 19, 2023

Many corporations and entities across all industries, from oil to travel, are now forced to consider other sustainable alternatives. In the travel industry, green investments look to accomplish six objectives from the hotel’s perspective, according to the UNWTO : Boost profit margins through utility savings.

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MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Security With the mass shooting in Las Vegas that happened just prior to the 2017 IMEX America event , still top of mind, the IMEX organizers are convinced that the industry must stay vigilant, resilient, and unified on the need for globally recognized and agreed-upon security standards for both show organizers and venues.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 25, 2017

The post MICE and Corporate buyers flock to ITB Asia 2017 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Celebrating its 10 th anniversary, ITB Asia 2017 has opened its doors today at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands. Already, ITB Asia 2017 is expected to top the success of ITB Asia 2016.

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Travel Daily News

MARCH 29, 2023

Biosphere’s independent certification system aims to promote compliance and action on sustainability in the sector, implementing sustainable development actions and programmes in the tourism sector, as well as in other business activities directly or indirectly affecting this industry.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 9, 2018

The post Thailand’s biggest travel trade show hits Pattaya for the first time appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Thailand’s biggest travel event will be making its first Pattaya appearance at the Ocean Marina Yacht Club from 13 to 15 June 2018. The Pattaya coastline.

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DCI

JULY 5, 2023

With post-pandemic meetings placing a central emphasis on experience creation and meaningful travel , the types of venues that meeting planners are seeking are evolving with a focus on transformative event spaces. Active members meet a set of stringent Quality Standards and agree to a Code of Ethics. 

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Solimar International

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

It is already popular with outdoor adventure travelers, looking to hike or white water raft. Slovenians understand the modern-day traveler. Slow travel is the new travel trend and Slovenia gets it. They offer training and promotions to hotels, tour guides, destinations and interest sites. In fact, they prefer it.

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Travel Daily News

MARCH 31, 2023

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 27, 2018

The unprecedented rise in demand for meetings and events will continue this year, with CWT Meetings & Travel predicting a robust 5-10% growth in demand. Create spaces that promote spontaneous interaction and highlight them in your offering. Venues like this can use the networking angle to promote event space to corporate clients.

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Crowdriff

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

While such iconic natural wonders have historically inspired adventure seekers and wildlife enthusiasts from neighboring states to make the drive, the would-be travelers from beyond driving distance often fail to appreciate the diverse characters and experiences that surround these attractions.

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