Smart Meetings

JUNE 4, 2024

Catherine Chaulet “Meeting planners can actually appreciate the organizational strengths of the Olympic Games, seeing how everything is organized in a way that ensures security measures are in place,” says Catherine Chaulet, president and CEO of Global DMO Partners , based in Washington, D.C., Security will be massive.

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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. ” Meeting planners takeaway : Flight chaos continues.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 27, 2023

Compression and demand loom for planners Entering a new relationship can be nerve-racking. Smart Meetings chatted with Cheryl M. Payne advised that planners should expect a lot of compression and demand. Payne referred to the average hotel profit margins to help planners to help them better negotiate their contracts.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

The role of the travel manager has expanded, and with it, the role of the planner. For travel managers (and meeting professionals), the job requires agility, delicate planning, awareness, intention over expenses and duty of care. Actionable Takeaways for Organizations and Planners. Read More : At MPI WEC 2021, Michael C.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Sustainability Takes Center Stage Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) is the umbrella organization that hosts the Net Zero Carbon Events Initiative (NZCE). By the end of 2026, they say, they hope to see over 1,000 signatories. “I More people are now employed in the meetings industry than in the 500-year history of the destination.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 3, 2019

Offering everything from team-building exercises to meet-and-greet with legendary athletes, sports venues provide exciting, unique settings for meetings, special events and tours. Arguably the leading sports city in the United States, Los Angeles provides planners with an unparalleled variety of venue options.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 10, 2024

Meeting professionals hold the reigns on an economic engine that drives more than $1 trillion in direct spending globally. for FIFA World Cup matches in 2026 out of reach for those starting the process today. Nice Planner! It’s Time to Demand Support for International Programs appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 3, 2024

Meetings, on the other hand, are often far more over the top, with coordinated entertainment, specific programming, thought-out menus, you name it. As New York City-based planner Jaclyn Bernstein, president and owner of Empire Force Events , says, “We, as event producers, sometimes go out of our way to outdo ourselves.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Now, Philadelphia is gearing up to honor the results of that gathering with a massive 250th anniversary celebration in 2026. Phillys event calendar in 2026 will be filled with some other notable events, including PCMAs Convening Leaders, two rounds of NCAA March Madness tournament action, six FIFA World Cup matches, and MLBs All-Star Game.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 26, 2023

Homelessness and property damage made headlines on national news, casting the Pacific Northwest in an unfavorable light as a tourist and meetings destination. of meeting space spanning up to 65 meeting rooms, an expansive lobby area, a garden terrace, mixing zone, with 570,290 sq. of total meeting space.

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The MICE Blog

JULY 8, 2024

This event brought together both destinations to showcase to event planners the extensive possibilities for organising sustainable events. Additionally, it has a small event space with 3 meeting rooms accommodating up to 30 delegates. Starting in 2026, they plan to power a vessel with hydrogen.

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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 area around the New York Stock Exchange pulses with new energy as outdoor meeting spaces spring to life. Healthcare leaders gather at the MHA’s 88th Annual Meeting to discuss industry trends.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 28, 2023

The post TCEB launches ‘Thailand MICE to Meet You Year 2023’ campaign at IMEX Frankfurt 2023, spotlighting new products, tech solutions and support schemes appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. 3,500 visitors had made use of the MICE Lane at these airports from October 2022 to March 2023.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 9, 2022

Late April was a popular time for revisiting the hotel tax in several meetings-heavy cities. percent state sales tax, individual travelers and meeting groups will soon pay a total of 15.25 Recent studies have shown that without any changes, New York won’t return to pre-pandemic visitation levels until 2026. Combined with the 9.25-percent

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

As participants brainstormed, it became clear that planners need to know their audience well in order to decide how to trim costs at their events. Collaboration between hotels and planners can help alleviate the stress around the constant changes that COVID presents. One participant successfully hosted an in-person meeting in Q4 2021.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 10, 2021

More than 50 events through 2026 are already scheduled at the new facility. But the multi-purpose venue won’t just be for competition; event planners will be able to utilize several areas of the facility for their events — depending on the time of year. The venue also has 1,628-square-foot multipurpose room and other meetings rooms.

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Travel Daily Media

MARCH 24, 2022

The post New Zealand remains high on event planners’ lists appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. We’ll be ready to welcome delegates back to experience our breath-taking landscapes, amazing activities and to meet with our inspiring thought leaders.

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 28, 2024

John Sutfin) As you narrow down the list of destinations for your next meeting, you may be looking at other lists for inspiration. This year alone, the city has been named to Cvent’s “Top Meeting Destinations in North America” (ranked No. Don’t be surprised if Austin makes an appearance on just about all of them.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

A major terminal expansion at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport will make Austin, Texas, accessible to more global meeting attendees. And meeting planners will be glad to know: There’s about to be greater capacity for more flights landing from more domestic and international destinations.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 16, 2024

Bowie House, Auberge Resorts Collection — Also in the city’s Cultural District, this 106-room urban retreat feels both Western and modern with 10,000 square feet of meeting space across seven venues, a luxury spa, a Texas-style restaurant, and a lobby bar.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

When people meet your business directly, theyre more likely to remember it. They show their recycled fabrics and meet with retailers looking for eco-friendly suppliers, resulting in several new orders. In-Person Events In-person events, also known as live events, involve face-to-face meetings with customers and prospects.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Australia has consistently excelled in attracting and hosting prestigious international sporting events, a testament to the exceptional skills of our event planners. This quality is something that overseas planners often commend when they host an event in Australia.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 28, 2023

For meeting planners looking to flawlessly execute a large-scale event, this diverse and intriguing metropolis makes the ideal setting thanks to its world-class convention center, abundant hotel offerings, and more. Join the ranks of organizations and meeting planners that flock to Philadelphia to host large-scale events.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Renovations on Duke Energy Center start this summer — from July 1 to a projected completion date of January 2026, the facility will be shut down. We want to say [to planners],” he said, “’Hey, hit the brakes when you’re about to send a meeting outside the region — we can still do it here.’

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 14, 2023

When the 801-room Omni Fort Lauderdale opens in late fall 2025/early 2026, the property will add up to another 640 peak nights to the the current inventory of 1,000 rooms within walking distance of the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center. Greater Fort Lauderdale’s convention package is about to get a major boost.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Located just 10 minutes from the airport and boasting over 1,700 ocean-view rooms, this property is expected to make an impact for groups needing more of a luxury accommodation but also facilities to suit large meetings and incentives. Our eyes will be peeled to see how this area continues to develop over the next few years.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 22, 2023

There’s no greater event than IMEX to connect with event organizers and highlight the benefits of meeting in Washington, DC,” said Elliott L. The common goal is to share why a meeting will be successful in Washington, DC, from destination attractiveness to destination assets. feet of intimate meeting space. As of Oct.

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inVOYAGE

MAY 3, 2024

Customised Group Itineraries For event planners seeking the perfect venue for luxury events and incentive trips, Les Bateaux Belmond offers endless possibilities. Star Clippers Embark on a journey like no other with Star Clippers , where the timeless elegance of tall ship sailing meets the luxury and comfort of modern yacht cruising.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 20, 2022

As a result, event planners are increasingly turning to event management software to help them plan and execute successful events. Can you customize the platform to meet your specific needs? For event planners: Cvent’s integration with Zapier is a big plus. It depends on your specific needs as an event planner or attendee.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 28, 2025

Orlando ushers in a year of meetings innovation and excitement with new experiences and venues for planners to include in their agendas in 2025 and beyond. The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is adding 120,000 square feet of event space to its current meeting and convention floorplan along with a new, modern look.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2024

Booking.com Spotlights Tips for Solo Female Business Travelers With most professionals in the meetings industry being female, we want to make sure you stay savvy and safe during your next business trip. The post Smart Travel: 2024 Global Tourism to Set Records, Travel Tips for Women and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Las Vegas Uber drivers were busy again dodging F1 lane closures on The Strip as G2E Global Gaming Expo pinged its way to The Venetian and IMEX America returned to Mandalay Bay Convention Center with the ultimate educational pre-game, Smart Monday by Meeting Professionals International.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Julie Swanson, CEO of Melbourne Convention Bureau The face-to-face Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME), held this week in Melbourne, has been hailed as a success by buyers, exhibitors, and Julia Swanson, chief executive of the Melbourne Convention Bureau. The Commonwealth Games will be held in 2026. We’re delighted.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 13, 2023

Unlike the PCMA roundtable among association planners and execs and DMOs that was convened in AGU’s offices four months earlier, the December roundtable, moderated by Peter O’Neil, FASAE, CAE, CEO of ASIS International, didn’t focus exclusively on how to navigate the events landscape in the wake of the Supreme Court’s overturning of the Roe v.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 24, 2024

Sports — and More Meeting planners and event organizers of the non-sporting variety also can count on the highest level of inter-agency support when booking Philadelphia. All have a seat on PHL Sports’ advisory board.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2025

This years Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) was one to remember. Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) teamed up for a lively, eight-hour livestream packed with fresh insights, emerging trends and meaningful discussions around the future of meetings and events.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 15, 2025

For planners, its been a game changer. Smart Meetings recent white paper, The Evolution of Events AI, showed just how many planners are using AI and their perceptions of the value it adds to their work. Planners can too. Theres no denying that AI has been the great technological development of late.

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