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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! They are seeing it as a positive recognition tool and a powerful business driver,” says Gregg.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 26, 2024

The new Dreams Resorts & Spas-branded resort, Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced in November 2024, is a product of a management agreement between a Hyatt affiliate and Cobbo Bay Developers SA. Between September 2024 and through 2025, it plans to open 10 new luxury properties. Lifestyle and Preferred Residences.

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MARCH 13, 2024

Take a further trip for more reward in Spring, 2024 With travel continuing to open up and return to natural form after years of Covid, the world is once again an oyster for meeting professionals looking for an international incentive trip or executive retreat that will be memorable and expand geographical and cultural horizons of attendees.

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JANUARY 18, 2024

Public safety expert Frank Harrison, who serves as regional security director, Americas at World Travel Protection , predicts that three central trends will shape business travel in 2024: Remote work, a focus on sustainability and budget constraints. How do planners integrate remote attendees with in-person attendees?

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The gathering at Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar International Convention & Exhibition Center (ICEC) was the first time the group had met in the city since 2014 and it was a chance for attendees to preview renovations taking place at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus. In 2024, travelersincluding groups and conventionsbrought $61.1 We love them.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Yet another major airline has announced plans for new direct flights for your attendees. The concept was brought to reality in 2024, when the airline took members of EuroBonus, the companys frequent flyer and loyalty program, on a surprise journey to Athens. Or maybe Australia? Perhaps Jordan is calling?

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OCTOBER 8, 2024

8 was the grand opening of IMEX America 2024 , with a jaw-dropping trade show, unexpected meetups with good friends and exciting announcement after exciting announcement. Come December 2024, all signatories of NZCE pledge are asked to submit their reports. Tuesday, Oct. of meeting and event space in Puerto Rico’s southeast.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The gathering at Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar International Convention & Exhibition Center (ICEC) was the first time the group had met in the city since 2014 and it was a chance for attendees to preview renovations taking place at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus. In 2024, travelersincluding groups and conventionsbrought $61.1 We love them.

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Tourism Tourism Sustainability Healthcare 223

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DECEMBER 6, 2024

Wondering about your attendees flight experiences? Looking for an incentive that will wow guests? Dreading your next post-flight rental car pick up? United Airlines is offering loyalty perks to those longing for an alternative. A new study delves into what airports will keep them smiling.

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MARCH 18, 2024

Visit California ’s Outlook Forum 2024 at The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa in Greater Palm Springs last week uncovered the dynamics that appeal to visitors and what is holding some back. When trying to appeal to possible attendees from these Muslim countries, visual content should avoid people or alcohol.

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DECEMBER 10, 2024

28-30, Destinations International (DI) held its 2024 Social Inclusion Summit in Spokane, Washington, where they shared insights and resources around inclusion in the travel and tourism industry. Attendees were also given the Ideas that Spark Change workbook, which provided best practices for breakout sessions and ideas for discussion.

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JANUARY 24, 2025

Looking to wow A-level attendees at a retreat or incentive? These perks are designed to enhance the overall guest experience, making it an appealing option for meeting profs looking to impress their attendees. In search of comfortable-yet-affordable accommodations for your next meeting or event? just became easier.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

Events 130

Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

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NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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The MICE Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2020

I interviewed Heidi about her role and work across various business areas of the DMC, beginning by defining its role, how to host virtual site inspections, how DMCs contribute to destination marketing, sustainability and incentives. But what is an incentive? There are different types of incentives.

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Pádraic Gilligan

OCTOBER 12, 2024

by Pádraic Gilligan, Co-founder, SoolNua Consulting & Chief Marketing Officer, SITE At IMEX America this year, SITE and our partner, the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF), launched the 2024 Incentive Travel Index (ITI) to a packed room of eager attendees in Las Vegas.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

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APRIL 22, 2024

This summer is looking at experiential travel—whether that be a relaxing health and wellness retreat, a culturally rich destination or an environmentally conscious and responsible gathering, summer 2024 trends are geared towards progressive practices.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

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NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

Events 130

Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

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NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

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NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

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NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

SITE

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

We’ve been following up with some of the corporations on our panel and received this wonderfully inspiring email from one of them highlight how incentive travel is alive and well … “Just completed the survey and thank you for resending and allowing me to include my input. For now, I think we are 70/30 vaccinated/non.

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