Dana Communications

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Sustainability has been shaping society for quite some time now, and we’re seeing examples of it incorporated into wellness and hospitality more and more each year. In addition, according to Booking.com’s 2023 Sustainable Travel Report , approximately 76% of respondents want to travel sustainably over the next 12 months.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 5, 2021

Its 2021 DestinationNEXT Futures Study points the way for these destination organizations to rebuild their visitor economies while creating “more sustainable destinations and enriching their communities.”. Sustainable development: destination and product development to marry people, planet, profit and policy.

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ETC Corporate

JUNE 16, 2021

The report reveals the opinion of travellers regarding the importance of sustainability for their travel experiences, seasonal and destination preferences, travel frequency, eagerness to welcome tourists and more related insights. Data in the report was obtained between August 2020 and February 2021.

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ITA Group

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

2021 Event Catering Trends. Most major events have been postponed or cancelled through the spring of 2021, which is why thoughtful contemplation about the future of our industry will not only help us cope, it will also give us the opportunity to help shape the next normal. So what will 2021 look like?

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2022

One of the first big conventions to return anywhere in the world after the Covid pause was Informa Market’s World of Concrete show in June 2021 at the expanded Las Vegas Convention Center. in the still shiny space to learn about new equipment, techniques and trends from more than 1,100 vendors. A Sustainable Focus. 3D printing.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 15, 2022

Based on information collected from 2021, the list is a smart, timely resource for planners preparing incentive travel and corporate events abroad. To determine scores, researchers at Berkshire Hathaway took data from traveler surveys, the Global Peace Index 2021 report, Our World in Data, GeoSure Global and the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2022

We’ll continue to find innovative solutions for operating more sustainably to deliver our purpose of True Hospitality for Good.”. Many Roads Lead to Sustainability. Efforts to reduce single-use plastic are only a small part of the sustainability goals set by IHG. Read More: Healthy World: Is Net-zero Enough?

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Smart Meetings

MAY 26, 2021

It’s a trend with many names and faces. Whatever you want to call it, it’s not just a trend but a practice that has steadily evolved from the mere mention of carbon offsets to an ingrained component of the travel and hospitality industries. A two-for-one combo in sustainable travel and personal safety? Hyatt Loves Local .

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ETC Corporate

JULY 22, 2021

As a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with ongoing challenges posed by climate change and ensuring sustainability, tourism globally is in a critical period of transition. Challenge of sustainability and climate change. Drivers for change. Data and digital innovation. Dominant features of NTOs’ funding and operations.

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Social Tables

APRIL 1, 2022

Being so, we’ve put together this list of catering trends to help you hone in on what matters to audiences now. Whether you’re planning a wedding, a conference, or an anniversary dinner, these catering trends can help you stay ahead of the curve and craft experiences that people won’t soon forget. Are there new trends emerging?

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 29, 2022

One lesson learned from both Frankfurt 2022 and America in 2021 was that people want more focused learning tracks. Read More: How IMEX Frankfurt Answered Critical Questions for a Sustainable Event. The research area focused on trends was also popular. See highlights from IMEX America 2021. Focused Learning.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 20, 2021

— JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) December 16, 2021. — SmartMeetings (@SmartMeetings) December 16, 2021. — JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) December 15, 2021. President Heather Tanfani shared strategies and tactics for planning post-pandemic sustainable meetings. — JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) December 16, 2021.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2023

Gifting experiences, sustainable products and giving back The era of your standard, boring and disposable corporate gifting at events is over. Experiential gifting is memorable, sustainable and reflects the personality of the organization as well as the meeting planner. It shows relevancy,” says Johnny Earle, a.k.a.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 13, 2023

predictions conversation about the trends meeting profs need to prepare for in 2023. Dominguez predicted 2023 will look a lot like 2021 in terms of compression and price increases. Sustainability Is Relative. I think, as an industry, we need to celebrate and highlight the sustainable aspects of travel.”.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Of course, our event marketing budgets will need to be higher in 2023 than in 2021 or 2020. The silver lining is that the energy crisis can motivate our industry to start implementing sustainability in more significant, meaningful ways. It’s also a sign of a returned confidence in event planning. Higher Food and Beverage Costs.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

In 2021, when asked about the percentage of events that would incorporate a virtual element, 30% of venue operators said 90% or more of their live events offered access to a virtual option. Social Responsibility and Sustainability. Read More : IMEX 2022 ‘Pathways to Clarity’ Showcased Sustainability and Mental Wellness.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Favorable market conditions coupled with a balanced growth trajectory have supported this downward trend, though meeting profs aren’t in the clear. The next few years will require a strategic approach that balances cost management with sustainability, innovation and responsiveness to market changes.” billion in 2021.

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2022

It seems that the asynchronous communication trend has also started making waves in the meeting and events industry , namely as asynchronous hybrid events. As discussed in our 2022 Event Trends Guide , hybrid events are not simply in-person and virtual events put together. A great asynchronous hybrid event case study is IBTM 2021.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

AUGUST 12, 2021

According to a 2021 study from booking.com on future travel trends: 43% of people plan to visit a new location within their own country or region. Promote Sustainable Tourism Practices. Another approach you can take during busy times is marketing sustainable tourism. You Can Market to Those Already in Your Region.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Our 2021 come-back show was invested with an air of sheer celebration and excitement as the global industry reunited. One example is “Sustainability and the Circular Economy” with Aurora Dawn Benton, chief change agent with Astrapto, and Benoit Sauvage, CEO of Hospitality Sustainability Revolution. A Moving Initiative.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 21, 2022

We are encouraged by the trends we’re seeing across the business, and we remain well-positioned for the continued recovery.”. United and Boom said in releases that they would work together on meeting safety, operating and sustainability requirements before delivery. The aircraft is capable of flying at speeds of Mach 1.7,

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 19, 2022

According to Forrester’s Q3 2021 B2B Enterprise Marketing Events Trends Survey , “Hybrid events will become the dominant form of events in 2022 and beyond.” Virtual trends have been rising over the last few years as an extension of a trend that started pre-pandemic. Amplification: The impact goes beyond the event itself.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Advances in AI also are fueling other event movements such as sustainability, the personalization of events, and gamification. When IBM’s Institute for Business Value released a “ 5 Trends for 2024 ” report, it also noted the fundamental need for trust amid technological change. The trend I’m keeping my eye on in 2024 is social media.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 22, 2021

The Convene editors look back on an ever-changing 2021 and ask the question: What event trend is on my radar for 2022? But when the pandemic showed no signs of stopping in 2021, organizers knew attendees were battling Zoom fatigue. What will the road ahead be like for the events industry? Less Is More.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 15, 2022

In its report “The Future 100: 2022,” creative agency, consultancy, and technology company Wunderman Thompson has identified 100 trends across industries — from culture to health to travel and hospitality — that will shape the way we live and work this year and beyond. More Trends. Up next, Senior Editor Jennifer N. Jennifer N.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

Read More : 7 Business Travel Trends Set to Shape 2022. Business concerns from retention to sustainability are being met with business travel solutions. Read More : At MPI WEC 2021, Michael C. Lastly, travel is always a way to exemplify company values—like sustainability. Bush Laid out the Makings of a Great Workplace.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The post ‘Sustainability MICE Series’ from Hilton appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. With the recent grand launch of DoubleTree by Hilton in Shah Alam i-City, the hotel now introduces their latest offering: the Sustainability MICE Series. That is why our advocacy for sustainability is crucial to our hospitality.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 3, 2023

We’ve come a long way from Q4 2021 when a mere 16.8% We’ve come a long way from Q4 2021 when a mere 16.8% We’ve come a long way from Q4 2021 when a mere 16.8% We’ve come a long way from Q4 2021 when a mere 16.8% In Q4 2021, 75% of events on Bizzabo’s platform were virtual, in Q2 2022 30.6%

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

billion spending on corporate travel in 2021. Healthcare leaders gather at the MHA’s 88th Annual Meeting to discuss industry trends. The event showcases specialized tracks including AI, Climate & Sustainability, and the Tech Industry. million business trips take place daily in the United States.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 20, 2022

According to a press release from World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in November, “an estimated 700 million tourists travelled internationally between January and September, more than double (+133%) the number recorded for the same period in 2021.” Read More: WTTC Survey Assesses Cities’ Sustainable Tourism Growth.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The most authoritative list of 2021 virtual events and conferences on the internet. Planners have already made their intentions clear, with 93% of event marketers already planning to incorporate virtual events into their strategy in 2021 and beyond. Note: As 2021 goes on, we plan on updating this post regularly. IMPACT 2021.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

And almost a third were new since 2021. Encore Global hosted “Break Free, a journey of transformation” which invited guests to take part in an interactive survey focused on the sustainability efforts at IMEX while touching all the senses in a dramatic LED-enhanced space. SmartMeetings (@SmartMeetings) October 11, 2022.

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Unique World Global Destinations

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Trends and Innovations Shaping the MICE Industry The business events industry, known as MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions), is a major driver of economic growth in North America. North America has already begun setting the benchmark for sustainable events.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 2, 2022

In its report “The Future 100: 2022,” creative agency, consultancy, and technology company Wunderman Thompson has identified 100 trends across industries — from culture to health to travel and hospitality — that will shape the way we live and work this year and beyond. Not I, but apparently we can thank Sweden for this trend.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 12, 2022

Although in Q4 2021, 75% of events on Bizzabo’s platform were virtual, only 30.6% 71% of event decision makers say that it’s difficult to make virtual events accurately mimic the IRL experience, with 2 in 3 (67%) feeling it’s difficult to articulate a brand narrative through virtual events ( BlueJeans and Forrester , 2021).

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Social Tables

JANUARY 14, 2022

Hospitality professionals saw the industry undergo tremendous changes in 2021. 2021 also brought about many exciting developments in hospitality technology, digital marketing, hotel services, and changes in travel trends. International Hotel Technology Forum 2022. April 27-28 | Austria Center | Vienna. The Hotel Show.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Event organizers can decide which of the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals Decide which of those 17 goals are most within their reach to accomplish and aligned with the mission of their organizations. You can start on what seems like an overwhelming task by reviewing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

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