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European destinations to strengthen crisis preparedness strategies

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European Travel Commission releases a major study analysing the impacts of and lessons learned from crises on tourism in Europe and presenting effective crisis management strategies The European Travel Commission (ETC) has released a comprehensive report titled ‘Crises in Tourism: Impacts and Lessons from European Destinations,’ which highlights the increasing frequency and severity of crises… Source

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Smart Moves at Dreamscape Hospitality, Marriott International and More

Smart Meetings

Alison Piatkiewicz Alison Piatkiewicz, Visit Baton Rouge Visit Baton Rouge welcomes Piatkiewicz to its team as destination sales manager. She has spent nearly two decades in the hospitality industry, working in roles at the Belle of Baton Rouge and the Sheraton, and the Residence Inn, Towne Center in Baton Rouge. She now will spearhead efforts to market and sell the Baton Rouge area with a focus on state government/public administration, state government associations, nonprofit associations/soci

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Credibility in a Competitive Market: The Value of Industry Awards

ADMEI

Credibility in a Competitive Market: The Value of Industry Awards 02 September 2024 In the dynamic world of Destination Management Companies (DMCs), standing out from the crowd isn't just an advantage—it's a necessity. As industry leaders, we often find ourselves asking: How can we showcase our excellence? How do we prove our worth in a competitive landscape?

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Why not start the incentive travel program in the destination and ditch the air?

Pádraic Gilligan

by Pádraic Gilligan, Co-founder, SoolNua & Chief Marketing Officer, SITE For many years now, the Incentive Travel Index (ITI) has been unveiling fascinating insights into the evolving landscape of incentive travel, shedding light on its current state, underlying motivations, and potential future trends. Traditionally, its annual report has focused on core themes such as industry.

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COVID-19 Travel Consumer Sentiment Study

TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave

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Defining Luxury in Corporate Events

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Research The Ultimate Guide to Planning Luxury Corporate Events – EventMB [link] Summary: This comprehensive guide explores the key elements of planning high-end corporate events, including venue selection, catering, entertainment, and technology integration. It emphasizes the importance of creating unique, memorable experiences that align with brand values and exceed attendee expectations How to Create a Luxury Event Experience – BizBash [link] Summary: This article provides insight

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International visitor numbers to Vietnam grew to10 million in the first 7 months of 2024, a 51% increase vis-à-vis 2023: Nguyen Van Dung

Travel Daily Media

The post International visitor numbers to Vietnam grew to10 million in the first 7 months of 2024, a 51% increase vis-à-vis 2023: Nguyen Van Dung appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The 18th International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC 2024) officially opened today, on 5 September, 2024, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

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The Secret Role of Aesthetic Decor in Corporate Event Success

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The corporate event landscape is saturated and companies face a challenge: ensuring their gatherings stand out and be memorable. While content, speakers and networking opportunities are vital, an often-underestimated element can set an event apart—decor. More than just a backdrop, decor can significantly impact an event’s success, influencing everything from attendee engagement to brand perception.

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How AI in hospitality can enhance personalized customer experience

EHL Insights

From AI-powered room service that knows your guest’s favorite midnight snack to chatbots that give travel advice like a seasoned globetrotter, artificial intelligence (AI) in hospitality is like having a unicorn in your hotel garden. You can use it to attract customers, wow them with unique, personalized experiences, and learn more about your business and customers to stay ahead of the game.

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4 Event Lessons from Taylor Swift’s “Eras” Tour

MeetingsNet

A veteran planner reports on how Taylor Swift’s engagement-driven approach can make business events better. On August 20, my daughter Sofia and I attended the final show of the European leg of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour—the fifth night that Taylor played to a sellout crowd at London’s massive Wembley Stadium. Saying that the show was an unforgettable experience feels like an understatement.

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MITEC wins at both World Travel Awards and World MICE Awards

Travel Daily Media

The post MITEC wins at both World Travel Awards and World MICE Awards appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) continues to reinforce its position as a global leader in the events and hospitality industry thanks to its victories at both the World Travel Awards (WTA) and the World MICE Awards (WMA) for the second consecutive year.

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Evolution of the DMC:Renewing Business Relationships with Deeper Trust, Transparency & Understanding

The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.

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Greater Phoenix is the pulse of the medical meetings industry

Convene by PCMA

As the country’s fifth-largest city and one of its fastest growing, Greater Phoenix continues to evolve as a premier meetings and conventions destination. This emergence is in large part due to recent investments in hotels, resort properties, and transportation, as well as a strong commitment to sustainability. For the medical meetings community in particular, the Phoenix Bioscience Core (PBC) is what puts the destination at the top of planners’ charts.

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The Secret Role of Aesthetic Decor in Corporate Event Success

Smart Meetings

The corporate event landscape is saturated and companies face a challenge: ensuring their gatherings stand out and be memorable. While content, speakers and networking opportunities are vital, an often-underestimated element can set an event apart—decor. More than just a backdrop, decor can significantly impact an event’s success, influencing everything from attendee engagement to brand perception.

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Hotel Employee Training Impacts Customer Experience and Happiness

EHL Insights

The hospitality industry thrives on delivering exceptional customer experiences, and hotel employee training plays a pivotal role in achieving this goal. Well-trained staff not only provide better service but also contribute to increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.

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How Much Does Interest Rate Affect Monthly Payment? You Asked, We Answered.

Redfin

For those looking to move from an apartment in Glendale, California to a home in Sherman Oaks or outside the state, mortgage interest rates are a crucial factor to consider. These rates directly impact the monthly payments you’ll make on your loan. How much does interest rate affect monthly payment? You might be asking, especially now that interest rates have finally decreased.

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IATO will bring tourism revolution in Madhya Pradesh: Shukla

Travel Daily Media

The post IATO will bring tourism revolution in Madhya Pradesh: Shukla appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, India will become the world’s economic superpower by the year 2047. Three revolutions are necessary to make the country an economic superpower. The first is the Green Revolution, the second is the Industrial Revolution and the third is the Tourism Revolution.

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Why This New Bangkok Venue is a Top Pick of Major Global Events

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The Queen Sirikit National Convention Center sits in the heart of Bangkok’s Central Business District. For global events looking to convene in Southeast Asia, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok, Thailand, has emerged as the venue of choice. Besides racking up numerous industry awards like “Thailand’s Best Convention Centre 2023” in the annual World MICE Awards, QSNCC has hosted several high-profile events from a variety of industries, including annual gatherings of the I

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Meet at the Movies

Smart Meetings

From screen to scene, elevate your next event Finding the perfect meeting space is a process. Planners looking for a unique space that checks the appropriate boxes but also offers attendees a different experience may want to explore their local movie theater as a possible location. To get a better sense of what is possible when you host your event at the movies, Smart Meetings took a look at Galaxy Theatres Grandscape in The Colony, Texas, and chatted with Frank Rimkus, CEO of Galaxy Theatres ,

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Dynamic pricing strategies for maximizing hotel revenue

EHL Insights

Dynamic pricing can be a contentious topic. Consumers often view it as an exploitative pricing strategy in which brands try to charge the highest possible price for their products or services. For example, in the fast-food industry, the introduction of dynamic pricing has gone down like a lead balloon.

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IMEX America: Taking the fight out of the ring for those less fortunate

MPI

Justin Wren's presentation at IMEX America on Oct. 8 will focus on the power of service and the difference people can make in the lives of others, far beyond what can be imagined.

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Qatar Airways is this year’s World’s Best MICE Airline

Travel Daily Media

The post Qatar Airways is this year’s World’s Best MICE Airline appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Qatar Airways won two awards at the World MICE Awards recently held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The airline came away with the title of World’s Best Mice Airline, and was also voted as the Middle East’s Best MICE Airline for 2024.

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Shelby Candrea | PCMA Member Spotlight

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Get to know PCMA Member Shelby Candrea, Meetings Manager, ASTM International What initially led you to becoming involved with PCMA? I had been working in Special Events but had not heard of PCMA. When I decided to move closer to my family and was looking for a job, an industry colleague and friend, Meg Fasy, brought me to my first PCMA PHL event, encouraging me to network.

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How to Enter the Gala Awards and Win

Special Events

If a beautiful Gala Award trophy is missing from your life, it's time to fix that problem. Submission deadline is September 15!

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Generative AI: ally or enemy?

Interface Tourism Spain

Generative AI: ally or enemy? All the news Back to newsroom Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already here; it’s a reality and far from being just a trend. In fact, it represents a milestone as significant as the advent of the internet or e-commerce. AI has been part of our daily lives for quite some time: from chatbots used by companies to automatically respond to frequently asked questions and simulate human conversations, thereby improving customer service efficiency, to personalized recommenda

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What percentage of your income should go toward your mortgage

Redfin

When it comes to finding the right balance between saving, spending, and investing, one of the biggest questions many people face is how much of their income should be allocated to their mortgage. It’s a decision that impacts your overall financial health and well-being. While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, understanding general guidelines and how they apply to your personal situation can help you make the best decision.

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Kimpton Kitalay Samui slated to host finale of Samui Summer Jazz Festival

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The post Kimpton Kitalay Samui slated to host finale of Samui Summer Jazz Festival appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Kimpton Kitalay Samui is ready to swing and sway as it gears up for the grand finale of the 2024 Samui Summer Jazz Festival on 15 September. Following two days of live performances at resorts across the island, the Grand Finale Jazz Brunch with Swinging Classics enables hotel guests and visiting music lovers to come together for a day of fine food and

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People on the Move

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Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Jeff Toscano Jeff Toscano has been named chief executive officer of Aspen Hospitality, effective Sept. 16. An experienced leader in the hospitality sector, Toscano has served in executive capacities at Hyatt Hotels, Davidson Hotels & Resorts, Two Roads Hospitality, Denihan Hospitality Group, and Starwood Hotels & Resorts.

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Essential insights into hospitality investment strategies

EHL Insights

If you’re an entrepreneur, seasoned investor, or work in hospitality and have some money to spare, you might wonder whether investing in the hospitality industry could be a lucrative strategy.

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The Key to Understanding Event Attendees

MPI

1,000+ global event attendees were surveyed as part of this research, from those who attend only one event per year to the event veterans who attend several.

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2024 Fall Scents to Welcome The Season Into Your Home

Redfin

As autumn arrives and the air turns crisp, welcoming the season into your home with fall scents can transform your space into a cozy retreat. In 2024, embrace the rich, layered aromas that define this enchanting time of year — from the warm spice of cinnamon and clove to the comforting sweetness of pumpkin and vanilla. Whether you live in an apartment in Annapolis, MD, or a home in East Orange, NJ , these scents not only enhance the ambiance but also evoke the essence of fall, making your home a

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Photo story: ITE HCMC 2024

Travel Daily Media

The post Photo story: ITE HCMC 2024 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The 18th International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC 2024) officially opened today, on 5 September, 2024, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Here are some images of the event and expo… The post Photo story: ITE HCMC 2024 appeared first on Travel Daily Media.

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News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas

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Looking for ways to do your job better — or for the latest trends in the world of work? Here’s a roundup of career-related stories selected by the editors of Convene. Badly Needed New Framework for “Bring Your Whole Self” to Work Workers and managers alike struggle to balance calls to “Bring your whole self to work” with expectations of workplace professionalism and maintaining boundaries between work and personal lives.

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Transforming Events Worldwide: Pedro Góes Shares InEvent’s Vision

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Pedro Góes, CEO of InEvent, shares how a group of Latino engineers identified a significant gap in the event technology market, leading to the founding of InEvent. What began as a bold idea in Silicon Valley has now transformed into a global enterprise, revolutionizing how events are managed and experienced across industries. Learn more in his … Post Transforming Events Worldwide: Pedro Góes Shares InEvent’s Vision showed as first in InEvent.

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From Checkboxes to Strategy: Implementing and Leading Sustainable Event Practices

FICP

Sustainability goes beyond mere checkboxes, it's about making impactful choices that benefit both people and the planet. This session will explore the scope of sustainability and the implementation.

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How to Get the Best Mortgage Rate

Redfin

Securing the best mortgage rate is a crucial step in the home-buying process, as it can significantly impact your monthly payments and the total cost of your home over time. A lower interest rate can save you tens of thousands of dollars, but securing that rate can feel like a challenging process. So, if you’re wondering how to get the best mortgage rate, this guide will provide you with actionable steps to help you seize the most competitive rate possible, so you can buy a home with confi

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Experiential travel highlighted at 2024 Philippine Travel Exchange

Travel Daily Media

The post Experiential travel highlighted at 2024 Philippine Travel Exchange appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Experiential travel was the main topic at this year’s Philippine Travel Exchange (PHITEX) as the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) highlighted destinations that would offer highly immersive experiences to travellers.

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