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Will the Paris Olympics Get the Gold from Meeting Profs?

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Bordeaux Stadium, in the country’s wine capital, will host other soccer contests and showcase its solar panel-covered roof and system of rainwater catchment for irrigation. There is actually a trend right now, where some of the hotel rates are going down,” Chaulet says. Marseille is hosting sailing events as well as soccer matches.

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What is Stopping International Attendees from Returning to U.S. Conferences?

Smart Meetings

In-market managing directors for countries all over the world reported on trends in consumer sentiment, government policies and all-important airlift limitations. Authentic encounters, sustainability and premium travel are growing trends. What Germans really want is to be where no one else is. Conferences?

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15 Best Business Travel Cities for Spring 2025 (Expert-Picked)

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Business travel will reach 483 million trips by 2026, and cities worldwide are adapting to welcome more travelers. Healthcare leaders gather at the MHA’s 88th Annual Meeting to discuss industry trends. The conference tackles key issues that affect communities nationwide through panels and workshops led by industry experts.

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What is Event Marketing: Key Concepts, Proven Strategies, Examples and Tips

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During the event executives discuss industry trends and future plans and build confidence leading to bigger contracts. Event Marketing Trends Event marketing is full steam ahead with immersive tech, data-driven strategies, and a commitment to sustainability. Using event software they manage invitations and guest lists seamlessly.

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Virtuoso assembles the world’s leading luxury travel professionals from over 90 countries for its 36th annual Virtuoso Travel Week

Travel Daily Media

The Summit focused on leveraging smart technology to enhance human connection, featuring panels on key trends, including AI, and a Startup Showcase with 15 tech businesses, providing a deep dive into emerging innovations.

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Smart Travel: Safest Airlines Revealed, National Geographic Unveils New Expeditions, the Upcoming Global Tourism Resilience Conference and More

Smart Meetings

These new offerings are inspired by Contiki’s survey revealing that 83% of 18- to 35-year-olds are interested in sober travel experiencesa reflection of a growing trend among younger generations to drink less, with Gen Z leading the charge by consuming 20% less alcohol than previous cohorts.

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Smart Monday Kicks off IMEX America in Las Vegas

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The Smart Meetings team was in town, speaking on panels, hugging our way across the aisles of North Convention Center and sent these notes from the expo floor. Read More: IMEX America Focuses on Impact “The strategic importance of incentive travel is being bolstered by key workplace trends,” said Stephanie Harris, IRF President.