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MPI Gears Up for EMEC 2025 in Türkiye

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Paul Van Deventer, president and CEO of MPI, said of the development, “EMEC has long been a cornerstone for the global events community, fostering professional development through innovation, learning and connections. MPI is currently preparing to release RFPs for the 2026 and 2027 EMEC events.

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Brand USA Focus on MICE and Special Events Could Expand Annual Global Travel Beyond 90 Million in the Future

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Global meeting planners are exceeding expectations. Brand USA, a public-private partnership focused on increasing international travel, reported that in 2026, the U.S. is on track to welcome 90 million visitors one year ahead of the goal outlined by the National Travel and Tourism Strategy report. tourism ecosystem.

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The Face-To-Face Business Events Scene Returns After The Pandemic

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We’re not attempting to be a global event, and it is about understanding our requirements are. The Commonwealth Games will be held in 2026. We work closely with the government on their sector plans for the next several years and how business events can be integrated into and supported by that. I do not see the U.S.;

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Smart Travel: New Delta Partnership, Women-Only Tours Launch, U.S. Travel Publishes WSJ Ad to Draw Trump’s Attention and More

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As always, Smart Travel is here to bring you the latest must-read travel and tourism news. Bookings for concerts and special events have surged by over 50%, with experiences like flamenco in Madrid, Vivaldi in Venice and live music in Austin drawing travelers who want to engage with a place through its sound and rhythm.