Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Gregg cited the budget allocations for 2023 versus 2024, looking at the different areas of a budget that planners typically work with. Hotels and F&B are still big in-demand players, and they saw an uptick, with hotels seeing a 7% variance and F&B a 12% variance from 2023 to 2024.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The post Platinum Choice 2023: Nominate Your Favorite Hotel Partner! The deadline to get your votes in is Sept. Winners will be announced in the December Smart Meetings Magazine. Take a look at last year’s Platinum Choice winners here. appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The post Best of 2023: Technology appeared first on Smart Meetings. Because of AI, Borelli believes content will be easier to create, allowing planners to focus on creating inspiring experiences. Planners that invest in AI-powered apps, like surveys, can ultimately gain deeper insight into the wants and needs of event attendees.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2023

IMEX 2023 Sneak Peek with Carina Bauer appeared first on Smart Meetings. Don’t Miss a Podcast Drop. Listen to Smart Meetigns on Spotify today! Listen on Brought to you by: Listen to more What One Thing? podcasts on smartmeetings.com here. The post What One Thing?

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

MAY 16, 2023

Download our 2023 Travel Outlook WP today to find out more ways to level up your data. The post 2023 Travel Outlook: Leveling Up Your Data Game appeared first on Advance Travel and Tourism.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 9, 2023

The post Smart Women in Meetings Awards Nominations 2023 appeared first on Smart Meetings. From visionaries and industry leaders, to entrepreneurs, stellar performers, innovators and rising stars, join us in recognizing the top women in the meetings industry who continue to open new doors for all with creativity, passion and drive.

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ETC Corporate

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

This strong tourism rebound is expected to continue well into 2023, though at a slower pace. The outlook for travel to Europe is promising despite global pressures such as high inflation, the war in Ukraine and consequent energy crisis, and the looming economic recession. Looking forward.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 2, 2023

Vote for the Industry’s Most Engaging Speakers Our Smart Speakers: Best of the Stage 2023 award is based on the actual experiences of Smart Meetings magazine readers at venues and destinations around the world. The post Smart Speakers: Best of the Stage 2023 Voting Now Open appeared first on Smart Meetings. The deadline is May 12.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

JUNE 5, 2023

Drive More Visitors with Value Based Marketing Millennials are currently the largest generation of travel spenders, with 33% of these 27–42-year-olds (as of 2023) willing to spend at least $5,000 on a vacation. Many in the millennial segment identify with value based marketing and engage deeper with campaigns that embrace these themes.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

JUNE 5, 2023

Download our 2023 Travel Outlook WP today to find out how GA4 can improve your market! The post 2023 Travel Outlook: Tech Trends to Watch! appeared first on Advance Travel and Tourism.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 27, 2023

At Connect 2023, Cvent showcased new features planners will love Opening the first day of Cvent Connect 2023 with a Broadway performance by experience company Broadway Plus was fitting.

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 27, 2023

4 Top Takeaways From Our 2023 Webinars 27 December 2023 At ADMEI, we continue to focus on providing helpful content based on current events and the status of the DMC industry today. Watch The DMC Lifestyle We hope you enjoyed the webinars that were offered in 2023.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 30, 2023

In the first quarter of 2023 alone, we hosted 18 events that have resulted in an economic impact of $62,663,443. The post The Industry Comes Together for GMID 2023 appeared first on Smart Meetings. The second place winner will win a Nespresso machine, Hilton beach towel and Hilton tumbler cup.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 10, 2023

Booking Insights Destinations International presented its 2023 Showcase and also made an announcement that it would be forming a “strategic alliance” with Groups360 , the technology company that offers online booking strategies for meeting planners and connects group travel organizations and hoteliers.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

OCTOBER 29, 2024

of Tourist Development 2023 Economic Impact Report.  $30.65 billion in direct visitor spending was tracked in 2023, a 26% increase over the previous two years. of Tourist Development works with the Department of Revenue and the Dept.

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Dana Communications

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Techy Travel in 2023: What Resorts & Hotels Need to Know Have you noticed how much easier it is to travel nowadays? And check out the “10 Best Hospitality Apps for Your Guests in 2023” from Hotel Tech Report here ! The post Techy Travel in 2023: What Resorts & Hotels Need to Know appeared first on Dana Communications.

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The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Examples of sustainable events in stuttgart Stuttgart has hosted several events with a strong sustainability focus, including Urban Future 2023, the Louis Braille Festival 2024, and UEFA EURO 2024. Blickfang 2023, copyright: Kultur- und Kongresszentrum Liederhalle. Blickfang 2023, copyright: Kultur- und Kongresszentrum Liederhalle.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2023

Learning tracks cover challenges that keep meeting professionals up at night When what is expected to be the largest crowd ever for an events industry trade show arrives at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas in October for IMEX America 2023 , the focus will squarely be on connecting people in new, effective ways.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 15, 2023

The Gala Read More : The Story Behind Smart Woman in Meetings Gala 2023 Smart Women in Meetings Awards Gala at The Edison Ballroom New York directly across the street from New York Marriott Marquis, where Smart Woman Summit took place, was magical.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Industry growth and a positive outlook is the 2024 theme American Express GBT Meetings & Events showcased its 13th annual “ Global Meetings and Events Forecast ” at IMEX America 2023. Additional Highlights 28% of respondents have programs that have already met or exceeded pre-pandemic attendee levels.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 13, 2023

As meeting professionals begin to plan events for 2023, Mike Dominguez, president and CEO of Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI), joined Editorial Director JT Long for his annual Smart Chat Live! predictions conversation about the trends meeting profs need to prepare for in 2023. Compression Is Here for Awhile.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2023

Sheaks, attorney, author and faculty legal advisor for International Association of Venue Managers to break down the major legal challenges meeting profs should be aware of in 2023. The post Top Legal Issues Meeting Profs Should Be Aware of in 2023 appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The hot news today is that Ohio native and award-winning singer-songwriter and pianist John Legend will perform during PCMA Convening Leaders 2023 Networking Reception on Jan. The post What to Expect at PCMA Convening Leaders 2023 in Columbus, Ohio—in Addition to John Legend appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The post FICP 2023 Empowered Members for a Future Beyond the Horizon appeared first on Smart Meetings. The gaming room and miniature bowling alley at 10K Alley offered space for late night “kidulting.” How fun is that? FICP 2024 Annual Conference will be Nov. 10-14 at Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Read More : Smart Travel: Wynn Resorts’ Bigger Better UAE Plans Revealed, Indigenous Tourism Booms and More Saudi Arabia’s MICE industry saw a nearly 15% boost in 2023 as a result of over 17,000 events that brought in over 20 million visitors, cementing the country’s position as a major meetings and events destination.

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ETC Corporate

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

compared to 2023. European tourism demonstrated strong resilience in the last quarter of 2024 despite economic pressures, geopolitical uncertainties, adverse weather conditions, and evolving consumer behaviour. The European Travel Commission’s (ETC) latest report showcases a rise of 6.3% Overnight stays have also grown by 5.9%

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Read More : New and Renovated: Meetings in International Cities The quarterly report follows EIC’s 2023 Global Economic Significance of Business Events Study and is part of an overall strategy to actively monitor progress. The strongest gains were found to be in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean.

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ETC Corporate

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The ‘Destination of Sustainable Cultural Tourism’ Awards aim to amplify the visibility of European cultural tourism destinations, establish a platform for sharing experiences and knowledge and foster networking among destinations.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

I’ve been passionate about the tourism industry for the past 5 years, beginning my journey with the Eastern Shore of VA Tourism Commission from 2019 to 2023. How much experience do you have in the travel space? During my time there I attended STS Marketing College and was fortunate enough to meet Wayne Emmerson.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

With COVID-19 guidelines loosening up this year, it’s time to tighten up your 2023 marketing plan. Follow these six tips to blend event promotions with your 2023 marketing plan seamlessly. Promote Yourself If you want to add more events to your marketing calendar, you must make a big impression in 2023.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

million visitors to the country of 85 million people, a 9% increase from 2023. Megacity Opportunities As home to one of the original megacities, tourism is a growing part of the economy. In 2024, travelersincluding groups and conventionsbrought $61.1 billion in revenue and 62.2

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2025

Her work has contributed to several industry awards, including the Most Profitable Business Award and the Creative Business Award in 2022 and the Event Space Award in 2023. In 2019, he was the Sales Leader finalist for Hyatt, and was one of a few dozen sales leaders hand-selected for Hyatts 2023 General Manager development program.

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ETC Corporate

MARCH 1, 2023

For the sixth year in a row, ETC strengthens its partnership with the European Cultural Tourism Network (ECTN), Europa Nostra and the Network of European Regions for Competitive and Sustainable Tourism (NECSTouR) to encourage the development of sustainable cultural tourism practices in European destinations.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

million visitors to the country of 85 million people, a 9% increase from 2023. Megacity Opportunities As home to one of the original megacities, tourism is a growing part of the economy. In 2024, travelersincluding groups and conventionsbrought $61.1 billion in revenue and 62.2

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Hyatt Studios, the extended-stay counterpart to Hyatt Select, has seen rapid growth with over 50 executed deals since its launch in 2023, reflecting strong market demand for flexible accommodations.

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The Abbi Agency

JANUARY 6, 2023

We don’t take for granted the ability to work with some of the top industry professionals and thought leaders around, and can’t wait to see what we do together in 2023. What a way to start 2023. We have a feeling 2023 is going to be our year—let’s make it yours too. OK, THEY’RE TELLING US TO WRAP IT UP. Contact Us.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The campaign is a response to an imbalanced tourism sector, with 73% of the total share of 2023 overnight stays in Japan occurring in just five locations (Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Hokkaido and Fukuoka). Read More : Well-being, Exciting Food and Natural Beauty: Experiential Incentives in Asia “All-Time Favorite vs.

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