Motivation Excellence

DECEMBER 18, 2023

We’ve had a lot to talk about over the last four years in our incentive travel industry! As we close out this year, and rev up for next year, there are a few key areas to keep an eye on in 2024. And they apply to single travelers, as well as incentive groups. Airfares will continue to stabilize, especially for U.S.

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DECEMBER 26, 2024

New and Renovated Hotels Reflect Top Trends 2025 is a year to get excited for. Behind every property opening in 2025 is a reflection of some of the major hospitality trends we’ve seen grow throughout the past few years, from luxury lifestyle to immersive cultural experiences in sought-after destinations. Experiential.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Event Trends In a fast-paced agenda built based on attendee feedback, the group explored the future of incentive travel and how AI could help everyone plan smarter. He pointed to a joint SITE-IRF study that showed 32% of Western Europeans saying in 2024 that they didnt know what to expect in 2026.The and Europe.

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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!

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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!

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JANUARY 17, 2025

Planning an incentive trip with wellness in mind? Vincent and the Grenadines, Carlos James, announced a record-breaking year-over-year 25% growth in stayover arrivals for 2024. Its an essential opportunity to stay ahead of industry trends and contribute to the long-term viability of global tourism. The data doesnt lie.

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APRIL 22, 2024

Make your summer meetings meaningful and memorable with these tips and trends Summer is approaching fast and meeting professionals want to stay up to date on every seasonal trend. Private Spa Gardens at Sensei Porcupine Creek The post Summer 2024 Travel Trends with Meaning appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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OCTOBER 18, 2024

Read More : Well-being, Exciting Food and Natural Beauty: Experiential Incentives in Asia “All-Time Favorite vs. Hidden Gems” will also include targeted Instagram campaigns for residents of Japan as well as foreign tourists, encouraging them to share photos of regional beauty and culture. Vincent and Grenadines, and Manila.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Read More: The Best of 2024 Sustainability Trends If we can provide the transformation with the hotels, then we can ask tour operators, restaurants and international partners to do business with sustainable suppliers. In 2024, travelersincluding groups and conventionsbrought $61.1 billion in revenue and 62.2

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Read More: The Best of 2024 Sustainability Trends If we can provide the transformation with the hotels, then we can ask tour operators, restaurants and international partners to do business with sustainable suppliers. In 2024, travelersincluding groups and conventionsbrought $61.1 billion in revenue and 62.2

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MAY 8, 2024

Get more character, history and experience this summer in boutique hotels Try something a little different for your summer incentives, small meetings or executive retreats in major destinations. Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo, CA The post Boutique Hotels in Popular Destinations for Summer 2024 appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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AUGUST 9, 2024

trillion by 2032, making fans a key demographic to consider when planning incentives, breakouts and more. Deloitte Names Uphill Struggles in Corporate Travel Report According to Deloitte’s 2024 corporate travel report, “Upward Climb with Uphill Struggles: 2024 Deloitte Corporate Travel Report,” business travel spend by U.S.

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DECEMBER 6, 2024

Looking for an incentive that will wow guests? Dream Yacht Worldwide Shares Trends, 2025 Predictions Dream Yacht Worldwide (DYW) says its research reveals that early bookings, short-haul vacations and destinations beyond the Caribbean are among the top travel and sailing trends of 2024.

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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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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Authentic encounters, sustainability and premium travel are growing trends. They are looking for immersive, unique cultural experiences.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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ADMEI

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Networking for Introverts: Surviving (and Thriving) at Big Industry Events 13 September 2024 7 Tips from Self-proclaimed Introvert Val Delaney, Executive Vice President, ADMEI Picture this: You're standing in the bustling halls of the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, surrounded by thousands of hospitality professionals from around the globe.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 18, 2024

The post ITB India 2024 Conference to reveal key trends in the South Asia Travel Market appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Photo Credits: ITB India 2023 ITB India 2024 Conference will gather travel industry professionals from 11 – 13 September 2024, at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, India.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 28, 2024

The post Hong Kong ups the game with new incentive playbook appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) launched a new campaign, “Hong Kong Incentive Playbook: Up the Game for Your Team”, with much fanfare at The Regent Hong Kong on 24 April 2024.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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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. Planners can even add on glassblowing demonstrations and a tour.

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