Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2025

From November 2025 through March 2026, Riviera will offer voyages ranging from 14 to 35 days, visiting hidden gems like Mystery Island in Vanuatu and Kangaroo Island in South Australia alongside iconic ports such as Sydney and Auckland. market with its inaugural private jet journey, Colors of the World , set to depart in March 2026.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Eventually accruing over 30 food concepts throughout the district and a 21-stall Market Hall, ocV!BE BE’s Market Hall. 2026 – “Phase Two” begins. Two world class hotels will be added between 2026 and 2028 to the ocV!BE We’re really trying to find some up and comers in the culinary scene,” says Pederson. BE ecosystem.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 31, 2025

From Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2023 to FIFA World Cup 2026, groups bring excitement, business and jobs to Seattle. In addition to hosting six FIFA World Cup games in June 2026, Seattle is set to host Club World Cup this June. It’s not just about jobs and tax revenue in Bellevue and Kirkland.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

You book the venue, organize speakers, send out tons of invitationsand then sit back, wondering, What is event marketing really doing for my brand? In this post, Ill break event marketing down into simple steps so you can plan successful events that get great results. What Is Event Marketing? Why Does Event Marketing Work?

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 23, 2022

Travel Association has released its biannual forecast for travel through 2026—including both travel spending and volume—which projects that all segments of travel, in spite of rising inflation, will likely surge in the short term due to pent-up demand and consumer savings. Travel Forecast Sees Wobbly Recovery. If the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 26, 2024

and later at Cleveland Magazine , the local electric company’s marketing slogan was Best Location in the Nation. Construction will be ongoing until late 2025 or early 2026, but without major disruption in the original hall. If food tourism is high on your list, don’t miss West Side Market on the edge of what’s known as Ohio City.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Arrivals from this market to Europe are 25% below 2019 levels in 2022 and are expected to recover 82% of 2019 volumes in 2023. Growth from North America, however, might slow in 2023 as the economic outlook points to a mild recession due to challenges associated with inflation, labor markets and consumer and business confidence, among others.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 27, 2023

State of the Market Based on the current state of the market, Payne has seen a shift occur due to the events that transpired during Covid-19. Read More : Gen Z Meeting Planners Navigate Post-Covid Job Market “It’s going to be difficult to contract with hotels or destinations that you want to be in for the foreseeable future.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

For planners looking to book through 2026 through 2028, expect small contingency percentages around F&B and AV due to the cost of labor, goods and services. Compression of the market is huge. The larger groups are booking out at three to five years now.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2024

In-market managing directors for countries all over the world reported on trends in consumer sentiment, government policies and all-important airlift limitations. The luxury China market wants personalized and outdoor, active experiences. The challenge has been that the U.S. Conferences? appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

GBT suggested focusing on building internal team relationships at off-sites and within off-site programming, and having an active company communication channel that markets travel programming effectively. GBT also speaks to the impact of travel on employee well-being.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 28, 2022

The airline pointed to its new United Club at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, its purchase of 200 four-seat electric aircraft for 2026 delivery and its Business Blueprint corporate customer platform as highpoints on its performance. Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger Warns Against Pilot Inexperience.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 3, 2019

Read more about U.S. sports venues—including Dodger Stadium—in Dan Johnson’s story, “Win the Local Game with an Action-Packed Backdrop: Sports Venues are Offering More Authentic Experiences for Attendees” in the January issue of Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2024

Cindy Sample : NAMM will celebrate 50 years in Anaheim in 2026. CS : We heard from members that they were seeking insights into how they could harness AI to improve everything from business efficiency to marketing. Cindy Sample Smart Meetings: The NAMM Show has been in Anaheim for a while now.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Allison comes from a 24-year tenure with The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, her most recent role being senior vice president of sales and marketing for MICE and leisure. She will lead the design and development of OVG’s Las Vegas Hotel and Casino project, slated to open in 2026. Sean Sullins and Cody Sanderson.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Business travel will reach 483 million trips by 2026, and cities worldwide are adapting to welcome more travelers. The refreshed South Street Seaport offers waterfront relaxation where you can enjoy live music and seasonal farmers’ markets. Companies just need to book the best business travel destinations, as shown by their $269.3

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 26, 2023

The Summit Building has 32 national conventions booked from 2023 to 2026. A renaissance of Seattle’s Central Waterfront is underway, elevating the destination best known for its amazing seafood restaurants and Pike Place Market. Equity for All in Rip City Photo: My People’s Market 5 @ Self Enhancement Inc.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The more than one-million-square-foot Pennsylvania Convention Center sits at the crux of Philadelphias downtown, neighboring landmarks like the Reading Terminal Market and Philadelphia Academy of the Fine Arts. Now, Philadelphia is gearing up to honor the results of that gathering with a massive 250th anniversary celebration in 2026.

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The MICE Blog

JULY 8, 2024

Starting in 2026, they plan to power a vessel with hydrogen. Professional Bids & Marketing Support: Assisting with bid books, presentations, and providing promotional materials like photos, films, brochures, and city maps. Notably, five of their vessels are sustainable, as they have invested in developing a clean and green fleet.

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Travel Daily Media

AUGUST 2, 2024

MICE tourism also attracted more international tourists too, as seen by how half of overnight MICE visitors came from international markets, compared to 25% of regular overnight travellers. The post Hong Kong MICE sector shows strong recovery appeared first on Travel Daily Media.

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Hotel Engine

OCTOBER 4, 2022

By 2026, the global business travel market is expected to hit 791.9 How has the business market changed since the pandemic, and what does the future of this industry look like? Business travel is big business. billion dollars. But that doesn’t tell the whole story. Where and how are companies spending that money?

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 6, 2023

Supports also include bid assistance, convention planning service, promotion and marketing support and financial support and bonus subventions. The last time the Annual Meetings were held in Bangkok was in 1991, making Thailand the first country to host the Meetings again in 35-year interval.

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Business Traveler USA

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Major players such as Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, along with a number of startups, are building the market for electric vertical takeoff and landing, or eVTOL, aircraft, attracting investment dollars and orders from airlines. The 19-seat aircraft may reach the market as early as 2026, operating on more than 100 of United’s regional routes.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The event also opens up new avenues for business partnerships in the Indian market. Additionally, the roadshow serves as a platform for Tourism Malaysia to showcase the upcoming Visit Malaysia Year, scheduled for 2026. Currently, 220 flights operate weekly between India and Malaysia, offering a seating capacity of 41,161 passengers.

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Business Traveler USA

JULY 30, 2021

Provided the equipment meets the carrier’s safety, business and operating requirements before being placed into service, the new fleet may reach the market as early as 2026. United Airlines has announced a conditional agreement to purchase 100 ES-19 electric aircraft, manufactured by Gothenburg, Sweden-based startup Heart Aerospace.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 8, 2024

The Hospitality Management Holding (HMH), pioneer in the hotel management in the Middle East and North Africa, has taken the centre stage in the mega event of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024 ongoing at the Dubai International and Convention Centre. But HMH’s expansion doesn’t end there.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 30, 2023

Supports also include bid assistance, convention planning service, promotion and marketing support and financial support and bonus subventions. The last time the Annual Meetings were held in Bangkok was in 1991, making Thailand the first country to host the Meetings again in 35-year interval.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 25, 2022

The combination of ingenuity and limitless potential is attracting a robust ecosystem of technology and software companies, and transforming the city into one of the top markets for bioscience in the United States. That spirit of innovation — the inspiration to build something new, against all odds — drives Phoenix to this day.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 1, 2023

” According to a report by Statista, the global online travel market reached $433.2 billion by 2026.Travel billion in 2021 and is expected to reach $690.71 Travel Tech’s mission is to provide travel and hospitality companies with free access to the knowledge they need to build an agile digital transformation process.

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Travel Daily Media

AUGUST 19, 2024

MITEC head of marketing and sales Cemone Chua said of the mega-event: “We are beyond excited to have finally welcomed WCLIC to MITEC and incredibly honoured to be [their] venue of choice. By doing so, MITEC honoured its commitment to the business events sector, whilst aligning itself with Tourism Malaysia’s Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 2, 2022

From 2023 onwards, Thailand will be the host destination of multiple world-class events such as ICCA Congress 2023, Thailand International Air Show in 2025 and Udon Thani International Horticultural Expo 2026, to name a few. The Path to Net Zero Carbon Events.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 22, 2023

The post Destination DC unveils New Marketing Campaign appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Destination DC (DDC), the official destination marketing organization for Washington, DC, shared its ongoing commitment to attracting international groups at IMEX America. McClain, chief marketing officer.

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Travel Daily Media

MARCH 20, 2023

Marketing Coordinator, 6. Thailand’s target is to produce 50 certified Event Professionals by 2026. Project Manager, 2. Production Manager, 3. Show Manager, 4. Event Coordinator, 5. Event Registration Supervisor, 7. Event Administration Supervisor, 8. Event Registration Staff, 9. Event Transportation Staff, 10.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 26, 2022

From 2023 onwards, Thailand will be the host destination of multiple world-class events such as ICCA Congress 2023, Thailand International Air Show in 2025 and Udon Thani International Horticultural Expo 2026, to name a few. New Partnerships. First is Asia Convention Alliance (ACA), initiated by Thailand’s TCEB and its partner TICA.

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 12, 2024

A collaborative effort with Tourism Malaysia (TM) and the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), the summit helped advance the goals of Visit Malaysia Year 2026 while positioning Kuala Lumpur as a gateway for Asia and beyond.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 18, 2023

Opening in 2026, this will include a hotel, commercial spaces, a plenary venue, and 3,700 square metres of multipurpose space on Geelong’s waterfront. This is especially so as we transition from a single venue operator to a multi-site operator over the next five years, with a new convention centre in Geelong opening in 2026.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

He mentioned they are looking forward to exceeding their targets this year, with some markets already showing positive signs. However, Rob quickly pointed out that while China is important, they focus on a mix of 15 markets, including the US and the UK. Anecdotally, the sentiment is very positive.

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