The MICE Blog

JUNE 3, 2022

Incentives are the most exciting part of the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibition) business. Memories and experiences that are created at a destination outlive any other type or event and experience; for me at least. After more or less four weeks, at the end of March, nearly all incentive trips were cancelled.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Global DMC Partners (GDP), the network of independent destination management companies and event service providers, has recently unveiled its 2022 Global Destination Index , which highlights the most popular meeting and incentive destinations around the world, according to booked and pending business across its worldwide partners.

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ADMEI

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

11 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a DMC 08 November 2023 Planning an event from afar can be difficult. To simplify the process, save money, and eliminate stress, consider hiring a Destination Management Company. A DMC can help you plan and execute events with excellence — but it’s important to hire the right team.

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ADMEI

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

2024 ADMEI Award Finalists 03 November 2023 CONGRATULATIONS to all 2024 ADMEI Awards finalists! ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FINALISTS Best Décor/Design CTC Destination Management, a DMC Network Company Roses & Ralphie Mosaix Group, a DMC Network Company Succession Woodstock and Bridgerton Come to Town!

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ADMEI

JUNE 26, 2024

Practicing Post-Event Sustainability 26 June 2024 In the pursuit of hosting excellent events, Destination Management Companies (DMCs) want to create an environment that is good for all, from their clientele to the local community to the environment of the location itself.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 31, 2022

The first six months of 2022 were a busy time for Dubai and the United Arab Emirates, as Dubai Business Events (DBE), Dubai’s convention bureau, as the two destinations collaborated to procure 99 event bookings over the coming years. Read More : Q2 Earnings Indicate a Business Travel Surge and Strong Leisure Trend.

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ADMEI

OCTOBER 4, 2023

SITE’s CEO, Annette Gregg explained “SITE mission is to advance the business case for incentive travel and motivational experiences through global connections, education and advocacy by building and bridging cultures through the transformative power of incentive travel and motivational experiences.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 24, 2023

The post Dubai underlines record presence at IMEX 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. DBE has been joined by 35 co-exhibitors from across the city’s business events ecosystem, including hotels, venues, attractions, destination management companies and airlines.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 28, 2023

The post TCEB launches ‘Thailand MICE to Meet You Year 2023’ campaign at IMEX Frankfurt 2023, spotlighting new products, tech solutions and support schemes appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. 3,500 visitors had made use of the MICE Lane at these airports from October 2022 to March 2023.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

The latest meeting planner survey from Global Event Planners, the network of independent destination management companies, found that higher costs was a top challenge for 70 percent of the 200 planners surveyed. Others commented that lack of routes/availability also affect the decision around chosen program destinations.”

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PRA

JUNE 1, 2023

Hawai‘i’s Business Events Market Leader Joins PRA in Its Next Chapter of Growth CHICAGO, June 1, 2023 – PRA, a leader in the Business Events industry, announced today that the company has acquired Weil & Associates, a destination management sector leader in the Hawaiian market.

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Travel Daily Media

AUGUST 24, 2023

The post Qatar Airways ramps up excitement for Expo 2023 Doha appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. As the global anticipation for Expo 2023 Doha rises, Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar, is proud to announce its role as the Official Strategic Partner for the landmark event.

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PRA

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

CHICAGO, November 25, 2024 – PRA, a leader in the Business Events industry, announced today the company has acquired Island Style Innovations, local destination management experts in the exclusive Hawaiian market.

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Global DMC partners

OCTOBER 10, 2023

As the industry continues to strengthen, GDP shares this year’s top meetings and incentives destinations Global DMC Partners , the largest global network of independent Destination Management Companies (DMCs) and specialized event service providers, has unveiled its 2023 Global Destination Index,

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Global DMC partners

OCTOBER 24, 2023

While increasing costs remain a top challenge for planners, less than 40 percent of planners say their budgets increased across 2023 for meetings and incentives Global DMC Partners (GDP), the largest global network of independent Destination Management Companies (DMCs) and specialized event service.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 30, 2023

The post VisitCzechia returns to ATM 2023 after three years appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. I am proud that our spa towns were awarded with the UNESCO as the great spa towns of Europe and gulf travellers consider Czechia as a preferred spa and wellness destination.”

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inVOYAGE

DECEMBER 8, 2022

With Christmas just around the corner and temperatures beginning to fall, our editorial team have been busy compiling a list of our favourite winter incentives from around the world. Whether it’s business or pleasure, or a little bit of both, we invite you to take some inspiration from these destinations and start the new year with style.

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 31, 2023

He further added, “India is one of the most promising emerging source markets for Hong Kong MICE and India also happens to be one of the top 5 priority source markets for MEHK with our special focus to cultivate and grow incentive group travel from India to Hong Kong.

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Unique World Global Destinations

JULY 14, 2024

In our ever-connected world, Global Destination Management Companies (DMCs) are becoming more important than ever. Let’s take a closer look at the latest trends shaping the DMC industry and what the future might hold for these essential players in travel and event management. trillion in 2022 and is projected to reach $11.4

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Global DMC partners

OCTOBER 5, 2022

As Industry Rebounds, GDP Reveals Top Meetings & Incentives Destinations for 2022 and 2023 Hot List Global DMC Partners, the largest global network of independent Destination Management Companies (DMCs) and specialized event service providers, has unveiled its 2022 Global Destination Index,

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Stova

MARCH 20, 2023

The Ultimate List of Conferences to Attend in 2023 Are you struggling to find which conferences are worth investing your time and money in? We’ve put together a comprehensive list of 200+ top in-person, virtual and hybrid conferences that you should attend in 2023.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 4, 2023

AlUla Moments released details on its highly anticipated concert series running throughout the 2023/24 season, announcing three more artists who will perform live over the coming months. The post AlUla Moments adds three regional superstars to concert lineup appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media.

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One10 Marketing

MARCH 10, 2021

Merchandise, on the other hand, forces your incentive program participants to make purchases using points they’ve accumulated for a job well done. We know incentive travel will be back, and we couldn’t be more excited for the day we get to snake through an airport security line. Group incentive travel isn’t driving the program rules.

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Unique World Global Destinations

MARCH 20, 2023

In our ever-connected world, Global Destination Management Companies (DMCs) are becoming more important than ever. Let’s take a closer look at the latest trends shaping the DMC industry and what the future might hold for these essential players in travel and event management. trillion in 2022 and is projected to reach $11.4

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Solimar International

AUGUST 11, 2023

The European Commission will announce the winners for “European Capital of Smart Tourism 2024” and “European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism 2024” in November-December 2023. The latter was launched just this May and geared toward smaller market destinations. The former, aimed at larger cities, was created recently in 2019.

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inVOYAGE

AUGUST 18, 2022

Our unique and vibrant community is everything to us and, in true inVOYAGE spirit, we’ve chosen to celebrate the first event for 2023 by championing some members joining us in Marbella in March….

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 23, 2023

According to Knight Frank’s 2023 Wealth Report, the number of UHNWs in India is set to rise by 58% in the next five years, while its HNW population will increase by 107%. At Luxury Tribe India, exhibiting brands will spotlight a diverse range of destinations to this selective Indian audience.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Also, like in the previous edition when SATTE 2023 allied with Government of India to co-host the highly successful ‘SCO Mart’, once again SATTE 2024 this year has partnered with Government of India at the highest level. SATTE 2024, in association with Ministry of Commerce and Industries, Govt.

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CSI DMC

AUGUST 10, 2023

PHOENIX, ARIZONA, August 10, 2023 – CSI DMC , the Destination and Event Management Company (DMC) clients trust to transform their events into exceptional experiences, has expanded its business operations into Arizona. Since 1987, CSI DMC has transformed events into unforgettable memories for organizations worldwide.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 15, 2024

Green finance offers the necessary funding and incentives for developing sustainable tourism initiatives. These may include tour operators, local governments, and destination management organizations (DMOs), all of whom have expected outcomes for projects. They must be impartial and not have hidden agendas to protect.

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DCI

JULY 19, 2021

In Vermont , the state’s tourism and economic development entities collaborated through an earned media relations campaign to promote the state of Vermont’s talent attraction ‘Stay to Stay’ campaign and its remote worker incentive. This is true for destinations around the world. Virtual meetings will continue, even as travel resumes.

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ADMEI

MARCH 26, 2025

Danielle Bikoulis, DMCP, CIS Named ADMEI President 26 March 2025 Wimberley, TX The Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI) proudly announces the appointment of Daniella Bikoulis, DMCP, CIS, of Metropolitan DMC and Event Management in Greece, as its 2025 President.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2024

In addition to visiting a world of destinations, hotels and tech suppliers, attendees took in 1,600 education sessions on the show floor and another 1,600 nuggets of wisdom were delivered to those who came in a day early for Meeting Professionals International (MPI)’s Smart Monday. Destination Management , was available at Bayside B.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The visitor numbers for the first half of 2024 alone nearly matched the total number of arrivals from the GCC in 2023, reflecting Hong Kong’s growing reputation as a premier destination for luxury travellers. This shows an increase of 124 percent from figures seen last year.

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PRA

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Kemp brings a wealth of experience in meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions industry, paired with a deep knowledge of PRA and its promising avenues for growth. His extensive background includes a notable tenure as CEO of Northstar Travel Group from 2009 to 2023, and he now serves as the Chairman of the Board.

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