Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Illustration by Julie Murphy Annual Events Industry Forecast Our usual approach to Convene ‘s Annual Industry Forecast is to cast a wide net, gathering a variety of data related to the business events industry, including travel, lodging, technology, and the workplace. trillion, representing an increase of 11 percent over last year.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Smart Meetings chatted with Michelle Crosby, CMP, CITP, an account executive at Bright Spot Incentives and Events, and Yvette Campbell, CMP, a meeting broker at Meetings Made Easy, to explore how planners can seek out third-party agencies and independent planners that fit their needs and how to integrate resources into their organization.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2021

At the brand’s conception, the plan was to open around 200 hotels by 2028. The post IHG Hotels Launches Vignette Collection, a ‘Conversion Brand’ appeared first on Smart Meetings. In 2015, a study by PKF Hospitality Research found that 1/3 of U.S. hotels had been converted from one brand to another. To the U.S.’s

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 17, 2024

Omaha continues to unveil more than $8 billion worth of new development and enhancements that increase the city’s appeal as a meetings and event destination. The buzz about Omaha has increased travel to and from the city. The buzz about Omaha has increased travel to and from the city. The RiverFront Good things come in threes.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

It’s often referred to as a traveling circus that moves when Formula 1 moves around the world. The new ballpark, which will also have an on-property hotel, is scheduled to open in 2028. Year-round and outside of the late-year Formula 1 event, meeting profs will be able to host events at the plaza.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 20, 2024

Discover why vibrant downtown Omaha is the place to meet. All this and a stellar reputation for hospitality make Omaha ideal for your next meeting or event. 950 million airport expansion set for 2028 completion. The Omaha airport (OMA) will double in size and offer international travel options. #1

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 20, 2022

The post Business meetings, snorkel, scuba, dive and more! Maldives, the perfect backdrop for your MICE appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Who would not like to ditch the stuffy boardroom for a meeting on the beach. billion by 2028, the Maldives has also revamped its MICE offerings and services.

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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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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2022

Currently, 123 international and national business events are confirmed from now till 2028 worth more than $803 million and expected to attract close to 134,000 delegates filling over 385,000 room nights across the city. The post Destination Spotlight – Melbourne, Australia appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

billion by 2028 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Events for Tourism Growth will be adopted as the official show theme for Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2020, taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre from 19-22 April 2020. billion by 2028 appeared first on Travel Daily Media.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

billion by 2028 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Events for Tourism Growth will be adopted as the official show theme for Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2020, taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre from 19-22 April 2020. billion by 2028 appeared first on Travel Daily.

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Social Tables

APRIL 16, 2019

Think about how the meetings & events industry has evolved in just the past ten years. 19 Event Trends for 2019 19 Event Trends Shaking Up Group Business & Meetings in 2019 from Social Tables An annual Social Tables tradition, our event trends report predicts the biggest changes to hit both planners and venues in the year ahead.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The post AIME Celebrates 30 Years Milestone With a Grand Event At Marvel Stadium appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The post AIME Celebrates 30 Years Milestone With a Grand Event At Marvel Stadium appeared first on Travel Daily.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The post ONYX Hospitality Group shines bright at ITB Asia 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Expanding Horizons ONYX Hospitality Group is on an ambitious trajectory, with plans to operate over 50 properties by 2025 and an even more ambitious target of 70 by 2028.

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 10, 2024

The post Philippines to host the 1st ever UN Tourism Gastronomy Forum appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Further, according to a 2023 report by Booking.com, 34% of travelers prioritize restaurants and dining experiences, viewing them as gateways to understanding local traditions and lifestyles.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The post SATTE 2024 opens amidst record participation from exhibitors and buyers appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. of India praised SATTE’s consistent success, emphasizing its pivotal role in shaping the future of the travel industry. SATTE 2024, in association with Ministry of Commerce and Industries, Govt.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The post Business Events Australian: A look into the future appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. When asked about the impact of travel costs on decision-makers in the business events sector, Rob acknowledged the challenges but remained optimistic.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 30, 2023

The post Shaping the Future of HoReCa: THAIFEX – HOREC Asia soft launch unveils Next-generation trends in Bangkok, Thailand appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. As the projected value of the HoReCa industry soars to USD 2.38

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 11, 2023

The post 61% of UAE residents willing to pay for sustainable tourism experiences appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. According to YouGov’s Global Travel & Tourism Whitepaper 2023: Luxury travel post-pandemic, one in 10 consumers has stayed in luxury eco-friendly accommodation during the past three years.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

The post SATTE 2024 second day witnessed record participation from buyers and exhibitors appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. South Asia’s leading travel show SATTE 2024 , organized by Informa Markets in India (IMI), commenced at the India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Delhi NCR.

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Interface Tourism Spain

MAY 10, 2022

MICE tourism is composed of four niche areas : Meetings. Incentive travel. As can be seen by the areas, this tourism is directed towards business travel. from 2021 to 2028 (Source: Allied Market Research ). Conferences. Exhibitions . In fact, the translation of these four niche areas in English make up the acronym MICE.

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 20, 2023

The post MICE to contribute 20% for Qatar’s 2030 goal of 6 million tourists annually appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Travel Daily (TD): As the first Middle Eastern country to host the World Cup, Qatar, how was the response and how have the tourist numbers grown? Can you shed light on statistics?

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Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

The Geological Society of America, the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers — these are just a few of the organizations that chose to bring their annual meetings to Anaheim this year. A Convention Center That Delivers Convenience and Care With 99 meeting rooms and 1.8

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IT&CM Events

AUGUST 11, 2021

As vaccination rates around the world increase and borders slowly reopen, it is still not crystal clear how things will pan out for business travel or the business events industry in the near future. Even as in-person meetings resume, there is a need for a virtual component for those who cannot attend conferences in person. “As

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 31, 2025

This week, the travel community joined the world in mourning following the deadliest U.S. Weve included the latest updates for those with meeting or travel plans that include Reagan Washington National Airport. As always, Smart Travel is here to keep you in the know about everything travel and tourism.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The design of the new Aquatics Centre, the only permanent sports facility built for Paris 2024, meets stringent environmental standards. 2028, “you’re again in a very large city with a lot of infrastructure and this is why they decided to go to a radical reuse approach — no new venues will be built.” One difference between L.A.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2024

Welcome to Smart Travel, our weekly column where we share our latest tips and tricks to stay up to date on the can’t-miss news in travel. Travel initiative, data on global tourism, advice for solo female business travelers, Boeing’s latest hiccup and the most recent addition to Universal Orlando’s upcoming Epic Universe theme park.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 7, 2025

Here, Smart Meetings brings you the key takeaways. #1 1 2028 is Poised to Spur a Significant Market Shift With the demand for meeting space continuing to soar, event planners are increasingly feeling the pressure to lock in venues ASAP.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2024

IMEX America 2024 ended today with a final count of 15,500 attendees (5,500 buyers and 86,000 pre-scheduled meetings) walking through the doors at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. The program aims to inspire the next generation of professionals by educating students on career opportunities within the meetings and events industry.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 21, 2023

The FAA outlines the future of transportation and hiring The arrival of flying taxis whisking travelers to and from airports got a step closer this week after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Plan. It does not preclude less intensive operations earlier than 2028.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 7, 2025

Grappling with how to rectify sustainability goals with those long-distance flights to meetings? Comparing cruise lines for a potential meeting or incentive? Wondering what the data shows about 2025 travel trends? As always, Smart Travel is here to bring you the latest must-read travel and tourism news.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Worried about the turbulence in air travel? Travel Association has a new plan to smooth things out. As always, Smart Travel is here to bring you the must-know headlines in this weeks travel and tourism news. Travel Association Urges Aviation Upgrades The U.S. New Report from U.S.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2025

The message coincided with Global Meetings Industry Day on March 3 and the build up to U.S. Travel Association s Destination Capitol Hill annual advocacy push for modernization to unlock a new Golden Age of Travel in advance of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Summer Olympics. After the Trump administration announced $2.5

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