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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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MAY 18, 2023

Tips for expressing appreciation from a former monk What does it mean to have a mindful culture in the workplace? It’s vital to create a mindful workplace culture where employees are encouraged to appreciate the contributions and positive qualities of each other. A paycheck is good, but it’s not always enough.

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AUGUST 10, 2022

Rising prices for business travelers are predicted to continue in 2022 and through 2023, according to a report, “ 2023 Global Business Travel Forecast ,” by travel management platform CWT and Global Business Travel Association. This growth is expected to slow in 2023, with the greatest decrease seen in air fare. to $435 in 2021.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Even before most of the 12,000 attendees from this year’s IMEX America in Las Vegas unpacked their suitcases, the IMEX Group was already planning for 2023 at the renovated Mandalay Bay Convention Center where upgrades to restaurants and connected hotels will join the recently refreshed 2.1 Pitching for 2023. million sq.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Around 1,500 cultural heritage experts from around the world are set to meet in Sydney for the General Assembly of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS GA2023) in September 2023, marking the first time the event is held in Australia or the Pacific region.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

But it also includes protecting cultural heritage, promotion of local traditions and biodiversity protection in addition to promoting local gastronomy, labor force development and human rights standards. million visitors to the country of 85 million people, a 9% increase from 2023. billion in revenue and 62.2

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 6, 2024

These beautiful destinations offer diverse cultures, stunning landscapes, and unparalleled sailing experiences with amazing itineraries to explore, making them ideal for travelers seeking to broaden their horizons and travel experiences, said Loc Bonnet, DYW president.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

But it also includes protecting cultural heritage, promotion of local traditions and biodiversity protection in addition to promoting local gastronomy, labor force development and human rights standards. million visitors to the country of 85 million people, a 9% increase from 2023. billion in revenue and 62.2

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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. Companies are not in the office, so I think there’s a renewed effort in creating a sense of culture within companies.

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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. A lot of it is new meetings.

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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

APRIL 11, 2025

The 476-acre site, purchased in 2023, will feature multiple themed lands, immersive attractions and an on-site hotel with 500 guestrooms. The new airport follows the 2023 debut of Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport, another major infrastructure project near Cambodias most famous landmark, Angkor Wat.

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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). Participants will be eligible for prizes, including round-trip international and domestic flights for two on Japan Airlines.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 6, 2023

As 2023 comes to a close, Smart Meetings reflects on some of the year’s most moving stories featuring CSR, DEI and the all-around inspiring acts of humanitarianism in the hospitality industry. The post Best of 2023: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 31, 2025

From Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2023 to FIFA World Cup 2026, groups bring excitement, business and jobs to Seattle. Rebecca Lovell There is something about hosting 1000s of top economic powers from 23 countries at APEC 2023 that bonds people for life. Events are an antidote to the loneliness plaguing the country.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 11, 2025

The 476-acre site, purchased in 2023, will feature multiple themed lands, immersive attractions and an on-site hotel with 500 guestrooms. The new airport follows the 2023 debut of Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport, another major infrastructure project near Cambodias most famous landmark, Angkor Wat.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The World Culture Festival (WCF) had booked the National Mall, a National Park Service Property, as its venue for Sept. The World Culture Festival 2023 A performance at the World Culture Festival 2023 Each year, the Art of Living Foundation organizes the World Culture Festival. 29 to Oct 1.

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JANUARY 10, 2025

million in 2023. as the ultimate destination for leisure, business events, and cultural experiences, he concluded. Its a big goal, and were getting there, said Elliott L. Ferguson II, new Brand USA board chair and CEO of Destination DC. In Washington, D.C., international visitation hit 1.95 Theres still work to do, he said.

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Dana Communications

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

We touched on this concept in Pop Culture Tourism and noted its continuing popularity in 12 Travel Trends Making Moves in 2024. Embassy in Tunisia reported that more than 30,000 Americans visited in 2023. These unlikely spots were first put on the map as filming locations , NOT vacation destinations. Even though the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

View Webinar on Demand: The Professional’s Guide to 2024 Financial and Insurance Meetings Download Research: 2023 FICP Industry and Perception Study Moving Into 2024 Out of all the trends that have risen in 2023, our experts pointed to a few that will definitely be making their way into 2024. Did 2023 reignite the Golden Age of Travel?

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

After some creative scheduling, Barcelo Maya Grand Resort stepped up to host in 2023, Louisville Tourism agreed to host what is expected to be a crowd of 2,500 at Kentucky International Convention Center a year early in 2024. One of the reasons I was so excited to host in Mexico is I love the history and culture,” VanDeventer said.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2024

After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” Finally, though, they decided to hold the event at MoPop , the Museum of Pop Culture, at Seattle Center. It was fine.

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Dana Communications

JANUARY 9, 2024

Dry-Tripping – 2024 is expected to see a rise in sober travel options, a trend that began in 2023 and is gaining popularity now, especially among many Gen-Zers embracing alcohol-free lifestyles. Travelers are looking for an authentic experience that immerses them in true local culture, not “guest” culture.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Searching for the top tech events to attend in 2023? This carefully curated conference directory features more than 100 tech conferences happening worldwide in 2023. Looking ahead to 2023, Bizzabo research uncovered that 85% of event organizers plan to host at least three in-person events , with 35% planning to host at least 10.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The post Harnessing cultural heritage as a catalyst for economic growth appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Cultural heritage can be a driving force for economic growth, community pride and identity, opening up opportunities for communities to celebrate, promote and invest in cultural diversity.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The talking point for IMEX 2023 was Human Nature, something IMEX Group CEO Carina Bauer pointed to as important right now because people need to feel uplifted and positive about the future of the planet and the human race at a time when daily news feeds are filled with so much hardship and adversity. We want to join the planner journey.”

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 6, 2022

Culture , a business management consulting firm focused on leadership and culture development. Washington State Convention Center (WSCC) Addition (also called Summit) is in its final months of construction and in January 2023 will double the amount of available space. Culture to bring everyone together with a unified voice. “I

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Dana Communications

JUNE 6, 2023

In 2023, tourists are projected to be more selective in their spending since the passion for post-pandemic revenge travel has begun to wane and personal growth and knowledge are increasingly considered valuable expenditures. Tom Marchant, co-founder of Black Tomato , considers this type of travel only picking up pace in 2023.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 19, 2024

Experience design offers a real and unique opportunity to foster cultures of belonging, addressing many organizational challenges and goals. Whether focusing on employee experience, customer experience, or user experience, these statistics underscore that the experiences we design can create cultures of belonging that benefit everyone.

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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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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 8, 2024

The third-most populated city in Canada is in the midst of a massive transformation that is best summed up by The Washington Post — “Almost every direction one looks in downtown Calgary,” the paper’s editorial board wrote in the middle of 2023, “there’s a crane.” Bring Indigenous Culture to the Main Stage. Ian Matheson) 2.

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JULY 12, 2023

Beachside Haven Pensacola Beach Resort in Pensacola, Florida, opened its doors on June 2, 2023, to unveil 161 guest rooms, including 24 corner king executive rooms boasting balconies with panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico. A collection of multimedia art by over 60 native Hawaiians or Hawaiian residents decorate the resort space.

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AUGUST 7, 2022

She encouraged meeting professionals to strive to create an oasis of wellbeing in their offices and in their meeting spaces by addressing the culture so the default is movement and health. This is the approach Hyatt Regency San Francisco took by moving up a planned 2023 renovation of its 821 guest rooms and 72,000 sq.

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 6, 2023

The post Top seven of the world’s most anticipated Festivals in 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Summer is on the way and the 2023 festival season is about to begin. The World’s Most Anticipated Festivals The results reveal that Poland’s Open’er Festival is the most anticipated musical event of 2023.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 20, 2023

AI, inclusive travel and an engaged workforce were top of mind in Lake Tahoe DMA West took to the new Tahoe Blue Event Center in Stateline, Nevada, this October for its 2023 Education Summit & Vendor Showcase. Culture , opened his general session with an upsetting statistic: Only 31% of employees are actively engaged in their work.

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The MICE Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Between 2022 and 2023, over 500 guest rooms in the Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel were renovated. Local flavours at Frankfurt Airport Marriott Hotel and Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center The local cultural flair is also woven into the hotel experience.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

SITE CEO Annette Gregg analyzes incentive travel for 2023 and predicts trends for 2024 Annette Gregg, CEO of Society of Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) , was the speaker at this December’s Smart Meetings’ Smart Chat Live!

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