Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
For meetings with a sense of adventure With the rising desire among travelers to trek to never-been-before destinations, planners looking to give their attendees the experience of a lifetime have a wealth of choices. These new and renovated properties stand in exciting destinations and exhibit the thoughtful sense of place that today’s travelers crave.
Motivation Excellence
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
If you want to have a talk with a calming personality, look no further than Iris Huisman (pronounced Ear-ess House-man). No wonder she excels in the sometimes hectic incentive, meetings and events industry; she’s cool under pressure and makes you feel like “everything is going to be alright.” Thank you Iris for participating in our Get to Know ME segment.
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Advanced Travel and Tourism
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Content Creation: Inform & Engage with Your Audience Now that you’ve found your keywords, you’ll want to use them in your content. As you create content, use the keywords you’ve found strategically. You’ll also want to ensure that your site’s contents are useful, informative, and open for engagement. Types of Content Now you may be wondering: “What kinds of content should I use?
Traveler's Q
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The choice of venue sets the tone for any event, and luxury venues provide unique and exclusive settings that leave a lasting impression. High-end venues are often located in breathtaking surroundings, featuring distinctive design elements that create a sense of exclusivity. Imagine hosting your event in a historic castle, rich with history, or at a tropical retreat where guests can enjoy cocktails while overlooking pink sandy beaches.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Nichols was an early Convene editor when the magazine was first published 38 years ago. She told Convene Deputy Editor Barbara Palmer in 2016 that as an early supporter of PCMA, she wanted the association to grow and “grow up” and she saw the magazine as being part of that. Her pioneering work professionalizing the role of event planner included editing the first version of the textbook Professional Meeting Management , published in 1985, which, she told Convene , turned her into a teacher.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Ronnie Collins Ronnie Collins, Visit Anaheim Collins is Visit Anaheim ’s new chief sales officer (CSO). Since joining Visit Anaheim in 2023, he has seen numerous successes, including redeploying Visit Anaheim’s meeting sales team to better service local hotels and launching several new programs, including an incentive program for hotels to generate group business.
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Advanced Travel and Tourism
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Local SEO for the Travel Industry Local SEO is crucial for travel and tourism websites because potential visitors often search for specific locations. By optimizing for local search, you ensure your business appears in relevant searches and attracts tourists to your destination. Dial in your local SEO and you can entice as many as 76% of your potential customers to visit your location.
EHL Insights
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
When a prospective guest is ready to book a hotel, there are several factors they’ll consider when making their decision. Once they’ve ticked off location and price, an important and often subconscious consideration is your hotel branding.
MPI
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Get actionable insights with these 21 post-event survey questions. Learn how to engage guests, improve event quality, and boost accessibility for future events!
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Vote for the Best in the Industry At Smart Meetings, we believe in the power of innovation to transform the way we gather, nourish, and reward guests. For over two decades, we have spotlighted the venues and destinations at the forefront of change, helping you craft events that leave lasting impressions. The Platinum Choice Awards are not just about recognizing the industry’s leaders; they’re about coming together as a community to celebrate our collective achievements and aspiration
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The post Malaysia’s Sunway Hotels & Resorts joins Global Hotel Alliance appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) announced that Sunway Hotels & Resorts in Malaysia has joined its roster of international hotel brands. As the hospitality division of Malaysian conglomerate Sunway Group, Sunway Hotels & Resorts manages 11 hotels and resorts and offers GHA DISCOVERY members a wide range of choice in Malaysia.
Advanced Travel and Tourism
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Keyword research Keyword research is the foundation of any successful SEO strategy. In the travel and tourism industry, identifying the right keywords is essential to ensure your website appears in search results when potential tourists are planning their trips. It’s not enough to see what keywords your users type into Google. Because 94.74% of keywords receive less than 10 searches per month, you must focus on finding the highest-ranking and most commonly used search terms.
EHL Insights
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Artificial Intelligence has been widely adopted across various industries, bringing transformative benefits and driving innovation in business operations. However, from the point of view of customers, the advantages of service robots equipped with generative AI come with caveats.
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
For events both big and small, Los Cabos is spoiled for choice when it comes to venues that complement the area’s generous natural beauty — from its mountainous, desert landscape to its dramatic perch on the Pacific Ocean. When it comes to hosting business events, the team at Visit Los Cabos follows a simple ethos: Raise the bar. This principle guides every step of the process, from the planning phase to execution, but it also rings true for everything the destination has to offer.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
For the latest in can’t miss travel news, we cover levitating trains, travel market projections, the ultimate flight experience and more. Wondering what your business travel expenses might look like in 2025? Read what the CEO of Global Business Travel Forecast has to say. Dreaming of a 30-minute commute from Los Angeles to San Francisco? We have an update on how that’s inching closer to reality.
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The post Europalco powers the first 100% AI-dedicated conference in Lisbon: AIVØLUT1ØN Event appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. , the largest provider of solutions for events and shows in Southern Europe, in partnership with Knower Impact Meetings, proudly announces the success of AIVØLUT1ØN, the first conference in Lisbon entirely dedicated to Artificial Intelligence (AI).
MeetingsNet
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Unionized hotel workers in Boston began a three-day strike this week, while nine other cities could see similar walkouts with little warning. Meeting groups using those cities should be ready to get creative. On September 19, more than 1,200 unionized hotel workers walked off the job at four business hotels in Boston operated by Marriott and Omni. The planned three-day strike came with only three days’ notice from labor union Unite Here, which represents employees in the food-and-beverage, house
Redfin
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Welcome to the Ohio showdown! If you’re torn between visiting Cincinnati and Columbus , Ohio you’re in for a treat. In this friendly face-off, we’ll compare their best attractions, dining scenes, and hidden gems. Whether you’re a local looking for new adventures or a visitor planning your next trip, join us as we pit Columbus against Cincinnati to help you decide which city deserves the title of your next destination.
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
In the survey conducted by ResumeTemplates in the first week of September, one in 10 company leaders said they are increasing RTO days to drive employees to quit, with half citing it as a strategy to avoid layoffs. In mid-September, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced that the company is ending its hybrid work policy — extending a requirement to work from the office at least three days a week to five days a week after New Year’s Day.
Solimar International
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
The Maldives, renowned for its crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and luxurious resorts, is a world-class tourism destination. Tourism is the core of the Maldivian economy, significantly contributing to the national GDP. A shift in government regulations in 2009 transformed the Maldives’ tourism landscape. Previously, the Maldives were synonymous with expensive waterfront bungalows on private resort islands.
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The post Aviation Minister Mike Kane to be the keynote speaker at ‘ABTA Travel Matters’ appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Mike Kane Mike Kane MP, Minister for Aviation, Maritime and Security, Department for Transport, will be giving the keynote speech at ABTA’s Travel Matters, to be held in central London on Tuesday 3 December 2024.
MeetingsNet
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance has compiled nonpartisan information and scheduled webinars to help planners and suppliers understand how industry issues could be affected by whomever takes office. With Tuesday, September 17 being National Voter Registration Day, the Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance—a coalition of professional, industry, and labor associations from across the business-events industry—unveiled an educational outlet for event planners and suppliers called ECA Vote
Redfin
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
If you’re thinking about moving to Florida , bustling cities like Miami or Jacksonville might come to mind. However, this state has much more to offer. From quaint downtowns to festivals that bring the community together, Florida’s small towns are perfect for anyone looking to experience what life is like in its quieter corners. In this Redfin article, we’ll discuss 11 charming small towns in Florida, each with their own unique character and plenty of reasons to call home. 1.
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
With Lake Erie as a backdrop, sustainability expert Leor Rotchild shared case studies of sustainable business events held in Canada during the ASAE day trip. Earlier this year, when the team at Destination Canada brainstormed how they could add “oomph” to their brand activation at the 2024 American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) Annual Meeting & Exposition, they had an epiphany: Canada’s Pelee Island is just 20 minutes by air from Cleveland, ASAE’s host city.
Global DMC Alliance
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Discover business opportunities in Central Asia with insights on China, India, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan.
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
The post Philippine Travel Sale Expo slated for 27 September appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The Philippine Travel Sale Expo (TSE) returns for its 2024 run, featuring around 180 exhibitors offering would-be-travellers the best deals for their trips. The TSE is slated for 27 to 29 September at the Megatrade Hall of the SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City.
FICP
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
If you're heading to IMEX America , make it a priority in your schedule to connect with fellow FICP meetings professionals and hospitality partners at our informal meetup. We will be gathering on.
Redfin
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Real estate commissions are a key factor to consider when budgeting for buying or selling a home in California. In 2024, new rules were introduced to increase transparency around these fees, giving buyers and sellers a clearer understanding of costs and enhancing their ability to negotiate. These updates were designed to make the home buying and selling process more straightforward for all parties.
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
The atrium in the newly expanded Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland When it comes to medical meetings, Cleveland is a world-class destination in a league of its own. Cleveland has the most concentrated area of hospitals and medical research centers in America. There are more than 700 biomedical companies and 60 health care systems, including the Cleveland Clinic, the #2 hospital in the world, as well as University Hospitals and others that combine to offer more than 30 nationally ranked s
Special Events
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The American Society of Association Executives' new toolkit for event pros
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
The post MICE Sports buyers convene in London appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. On invitation from Pan Pacific London Hotel and FC Sport Experiences, with the support of British Airways, London & Partners, the iconic Lords Cricket Ground and ‘Galvin – La Chapelle’ restaurant, London’s MICE group sporting capabilities were unveiled to an intimate group of top European buyers, in order to attract sports teams, federations and executives to Lo
Creative Group Inc
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
We’ve earned a place on the MeetingsNet CMI 25 list of Largest U. S. Meeting and Incentive Travel Companies for 18 consecutive years by continuing to create unique, memorable, brand-focused experiences. Meeting planning companies have jumped at the opportunity to bring people together live to gather, share, learn , and celebrate in person, where deeper connections can be made.
Redfin
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
When buying or selling a property in Mississippi , grasping the details of real estate commissions is essential for effective budgeting and successful negotiation. The changes in 2024 have introduced new rules for how these commissions are communicated nationwide, offering increased transparency for both buyers and sellers. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or an experienced seller, this Redfin guide will help you understand Mississippi’s real estate commission structure and what to e
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Station Park offers shopping, dining and entertainment. Corporate events aren’t only about the business that gets done. Bonding and building relationships are just as important. There’s nothing like group activities to do just that. Davis County offers a wealth of unique group activities that allow your attendees to step out of the traditional meeting room and into inspiring adventures.
Special Events
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
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