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MPI Gears Up for EMEC 2025 in Türkiye

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MPI, the largest association within the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) industry, has announced it will hold its 2025 European Meetings & Events Convention (EMEC) in Istanbul, the site of the EMEC 2014. So, it was really, really cool seeing our attendees engage with these horses but actually learn from them.”

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MPI’s EMEC 2025 Pursued Harmony in Turkiye

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The 2025 European Meetings & Events Conference (EMEC) gathered meeting professionals in Istanbul, Turkiye, for three days of education, exploration and networking in a city that blends old and new, East and West, business and pleasure. The 5-star luxury hotel was the first Hilton built outside the U.S. billion in revenue and 62.2

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Cal Poly Students Gained Experience and Confidence at Visit California Outlook Forum 2025

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Attendees at Visit California Outlook Forum 2025 at JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. The conference emphasized the power of California tourism as an economic, social and cultural force for good. The post Cal Poly Students Gained Experience and Confidence at Visit California Outlook Forum 2025 appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Travel: MICE Industry’s Positive Impact on Business Travel, Wynn Resorts’ Bigger Better UAE Plans Revealed, Indigenous Tourism Booms and More

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and China Drive Business Travel Recovery A new report by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) predicts business travel spending will reach a new height of $1.5 A new report released by the WTTC revealed Indigenous tourism is projected to contribute $67 billion to the global economy by 2034. 29, 2025 Nov. 15, 2025 Jan.

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Smart Travel: Saudi Arabia MICE Industry Booms, American Airlines Shuts Down Group-Jumpers, $65 Billion Needed to Address Coastal and Marine Tourism Climate Issues

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Regis Hotels & Resorts has teamed up with Ginori 1735 to offer your attendees a meal for the ages. An upcoming $156 million incentive program will debut in 2025 to support marquee events, and rapidly expanding infrastructure projects will provide improved access to travelers. Considering Saudi Arabia for a future event?

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How are Event Profs Celebrating GMID 2025?

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Past Smart Start guests share insights for Global Meetings Industry Day 2025. Major world events invariably influence our sector, highlighting the critical role tourism plays on the international stage. The hospitality and tourism sector is instrumental in driving the global economy. And what a special day it is.

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Smart Travel: Latest Sailing Trends, New Data Reveals Best U.S. Airports, United Partners with Turo and More

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Wondering about your attendees flight experiences? 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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