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MPI Gears Up for EMEC 2025 in Türkiye

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EMEC focuses on three core goals: to act as an idea incubator for the international MICE community, to produce an event for Europeans by Europeans and to honor the history and culture of its host destination. MPI is currently preparing to release RFPs for the 2026 and 2027 EMEC events.

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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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Wynn Al Marjan Island, located in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK), is projected to open in 2027 and cost $5.1 This economic influx can provide tremendous benefits to sustainability, conservation and cultural preservation efforts in those areas, ensuring their protection for generations of visitors. billion, a $1.2

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Smart Travel: Universal Plans New Park Near London, Viking Launches First Hydrogen-Powered Cruise Ship and More

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Vikings next ocean ship, the Viking Astrea, scheduled for 2027, will also feature hydrogen-based technology. For a cultural connection, Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa offers a Fijian cooking class that ties culinary learning to heritage preservation. With 1 million visitors in 2024, Fiji is experiencing record tourism numbers.

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Top Reasons to Start Planning Your Next Meeting in Cincy

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This significant investment will bring state-of-the-art meeting facilities, world-class accommodations, and a vibrant cultural scene—all within a walkable, attendee-friendly environment. Cincy offers a rich culture to enjoy. Here’s why you’ll want to start planning now to meet in Cincy.

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Smart Travel: Universal Plans New Park Near London, Viking Launches First Hydrogen-Powered Cruise Ship and More

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Vikings next ocean ship, the Viking Astrea, scheduled for 2027, will also feature hydrogen-based technology. For a cultural connection, Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa offers a Fijian cooking class that ties culinary learning to heritage preservation. With 1 million visitors in 2024, Fiji is experiencing record tourism numbers.

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Business Events Industry Week 2025 Focused on Celebrations That Work

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Keynote Jim Knight , was on hand to share tips for building a culture of resilience even when times are challenging. “Be like U2,” he said. Keep the beat consistently while changing up the top notes to ensure that you are meeting the needs of the day.

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Australia Says G’Day to Returning Groups

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After reopening to the world in February, Robin Mack, executive general manager of commercial and business events with Tourism Australia , reported in an interview at IMEX that groups are coming back to the country with postponed and new events both for the coming months and out to 2027.