Smart Meetings

JANUARY 6, 2025

If we know in advance whether you hope to engage in a thrilling safari, an educational tour of historical ruins or a fun cultural exchange during a shopping expedition, we can give you a much better experience. Read More : New and Renovated: Innovative Spaces for Immersive Experiences SM What can an attendee expect from an event with Huvr?

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The 2025 European Meetings & Events Conference (EMEC) gathered meeting professionals in Istanbul, Turkiye, for three days of education, exploration and networking in a city that blends old and new, East and West, business and pleasure. We break down some of the innovative notes at the conference and the destination below.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The strengthening meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) sector has also made major economic contributions, with businesses worldwide investing more in corporate travel that builds relationships both within teams and extended networks.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The 2025 European Meetings & Events Conference gathered meeting professionals in Istanbul, Turkiye, for three days of education, exploration and networking in a city that blends old and new, East and West, business and pleasure. We break down some of the innovative notes at the conference and the destination below.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Note to #meetingprofs : You have to experience the @encore @EncoreGlobal_ experience to spark your excitement about the possibilities for immersing your attendees in multi-sensory journies. To ease the rush of registration, attendees were urged to print badges at home and grab a lanyard in the hall. A Brighter, Faster Mandalay Bay.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

In the face of doubt, however, business travel has emerged with critical and pivotal strategies for recovery in its pocket and a renaissance of travel in its sights, as evidenced by American Express Global Business Travel (GBT)’s white paper, “ Why Business Travel Is the Center of the New Company Culture.” The Great Reprioritization.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 12, 2024

By taking care of guests needs at this iconic Four Diamond property, attendees could focus on forging new relationships and opening their minds to fun exercises like competitive tree trimmingyes, that is now a thing, thanks to the mobile flower artists at Wondry , Terramar DMC and the generosity of Michaels Stores.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 29, 2018

A conference is more than just talks and booths inside a ballroom. This means their experience both during and in-between conference events are in your hands. Not to worry, that’s why we’ve put together all our conference planning guides here, to make sure you plan the best event experience for them. Click To Tweet.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Regis Hotels & Resorts has teamed up with Ginori 1735 to offer your attendees a meal for the ages. You’re not alone—a major conference is being held to address the G20’s fastest-growing MICE market. Looking for a showstopping dining experience to feature at your next meeting? Considering Saudi Arabia for a future event?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 7, 2022

What are three Hispanic cultural elements you like to share with groups ? . Incorporating aspects of the Hispanic influence into meetings can look like a meal honoring Hispanic Heritage through authentic dishes or cuisine, a touch of Latin music, or even a cultural dance or activity that exposes the attendee to enrichment opportunities.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Focusing resources on four primary areas—food, break sessions, the setting and culture—is the most efficient way to harness a health program that boosts attentiveness at your events. Following are the secrets for achieving a well-balanced experience for your attendees by maintaining their well-being! Create a Relaxing Off-Grid Zone.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Behind every property opening in 2025 is a reflection of some of the major hospitality trends we’ve seen grow throughout the past few years, from luxury lifestyle to immersive cultural experiences in sought-after destinations. The luxury hotel offers 436 rooms and suites and over 15 modern and versatile event spaces.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Most meeting professionals manage the needs of a small subset of attendees who require food, wheelchair access, sound, language or sensory accommodations. It’s a cultural fit.” Go Beyond the Requirements Bettyanne Sherrer, vice president and managing partner CanPlan Events & Conference Services Inc. Is it tabbable?

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 3, 2025

One warm summer day in 2024, Eming and I locked ourselves in the conference room to hunker down and figure out how we could bring our podcast to the forefront of the meetings industry. Im most excited about attendees forming deeper connections with a citys community and culture.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Choosing Bellevue to Host Lenovo Tech World 2024 Meeting Attendee Needs Marty McCormack, destination sales manager, Visit Bellevue Bellevue is a major tech hub in the Pacific Northwest, which made it a top choice right off the bat. Even though we had attendees at many different properties, we were able to walk around.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Bespoke experiences to Wow attendees These new and renovated spaces have one critical element that brings meetings to the next level: character. The property offers six event spaces, between the North and South Gallery conference rooms, The Boardroom, The Study, a private dining room at Le Moyne’s and the divisible Crystal Ballroom.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2022

Smart Tip: A distinctive space with lots of areas to explore creates an attendee journey they will not soon forget. The post Le Bon Appetit Fundraiser Steeped in Memphis Food, Music and Restoration Culture appeared first on Smart Meetings. Housing fills the 400,000 sq. on the upper floors.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 10, 2022

When most attendees make travel plans, they consider things like hotel amenities, nearby restaurants and fun attractions. For a venue farther north, cultural center Newfields has a variety of accessible spaces that cater to many types of events. Attendees can also explore the Indianapolis Museum of Art that lives in the same building.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 3, 2024

But designing events to support our attendees’ mental and physical being is much more than a trendy concept—it’s a transformative approach to how we live, work and connect. Creating a culture that prioritizes mental health doesn’t just benefit employees—it drives innovation, improves morale and reduces turnover.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 30, 2022

To keep their cultures alive, some tribes saw an opportunity to continue their practices on the Fourth of July. The event includes Native Americans from all tribes and cultures, highlighting cooking, jewelry making, music and dancing. It will return this year on the third weekend in July and expects up to 10,000 attendees.

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Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Whatever your beliefs on generational culture, this finding means that stakeholders need to act on building more engagement, participation, and connection into meetings if they are serious about improving the attractiveness and effectiveness of events. And it’s the latter we should focus on.). No related posts.

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Traveler's Q

JULY 12, 2024

Revolutionizing Diversity with AI Imagine a corporate event where every culture is celebrated, every voice is heard, and every attendee feels included. In this blog, we’ll explore how AI can transform your corporate events into culturally inclusive experiences that resonate deeply with a diverse audience.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Whether youre drawn to the fresh coastal air or dream of exploring expansive valleys, there are plenty of ways to soak up the sunshine; and we all know that working that natural light into your meetings not only makes them completely beautifulit makes for happier attendees with healthy circadian rhythms.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 31, 2025

Beteta said going ahead with a planned event as STS did or planning a new one is a meaningful way to show that the area is still an attractive destination for attendees and avert an economic crisis. Update on Southern California Destinations Santa Monica : The Los Angeles tech hub merges tech-forward culture with inspiring coastal settings.

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Traveler's Q

JULY 4, 2024

Uniting Through Diversity Imagine an event where every culture is celebrated, every voice is heard, and everyone feels included. Discover how incorporating multicultural elements in corporate events can create a richer, more engaging experience for all attendees. This can include gender, race, ethnicity, and cultural backgrounds.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

By infusing the local culture of a destination into their events, planners can elevate gatherings, leaving attendees with a deeper appreciation and understanding for the place they’re visiting. For example, here in San Antonio, Fiesta medals are a big part of our culture.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

By infusing the local culture of a destination into their events, planners can elevate gatherings, leaving attendees with a deeper appreciation and understanding for the place they’re visiting. For example, here in San Antonio, Fiesta medals are a big part of our culture.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2025

of vibrant, distinct meeting space at La Fonda on the Plaza attendees made brilliant connections and took part in an experience that both refreshed and inspired, heading home with elevated understanding and ideas of how to incorporate wellness into their own events, for all of their own attendees. Across the breathtaking 20,000+ sq.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Spring Business Events and Conferences Spring 2025 packs Wall Street’s calendar with prestigious events. Cultural Activities for Downtime Stone Street provides a perfect escape between meetings with its range of dining spots and historic charm. Academic institutions host spring networking events throughout the season.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2025

of vibrant, distinct meeting space at La Fonda on the Plaza attendees made brilliant connections and took part in an experience that both refreshed and inspired, heading home with elevated understanding and ideas of how to incorporate wellness into their own events, for all of their own attendees. Across the breathtaking 20,000+ sq.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

15th through the 18th is a collaboration between Tourism Cares, Cultural Heritage Alliance, Inc., Cultural & Heritage Marketing Council. Jones, founder and CEO of Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance, Inc. The Power of Partnership Stewardship Summit (POPS) is taking place in Richmond, Virginia, on Oct.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

How to incorporate a sense of belonging into the attendee event experience The phrase “sense of belonging” is defined as the psychological feeling of connectedness to a social, spatial, cultural, professional or other type of group or community (Hurtado & Carter, 1997).

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MARCH 25, 2024

The annual customer gathering and user conference for the largest event tech company on the planet, Cvent Connect, is moving to Henry B. We asked Rachel Andrews, senior director of meetings and events, what 3,500 anticipated attendees can expect in the new location and expanded agenda. The evening event promises Texas-style fun.

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Endless Events

MARCH 16, 2018

This was apparent at their QuickBooks Connect Conference, which demonstrated different techniques to keep their attendees happy and engaged. Of course, at the core of the event was a set of relevant and directly-usable content that the attendees could take home. There are four basic needs for every attendee.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 24, 2024

Drone show at “Unlock the Block” opening celebration at Sparkman Wharf The night prior had seen attendees gather in Sparkman Wharf for a night brimming with excitement amongst local bites and drinks, alongside that spectacular drone show. What does Destinations International hope attendees return home with having gained?

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Smart Meetings

MAY 9, 2024

Playing on the small-batch distilling and culinary legacy in Louisville, Kentucky, Meeting Professionals International (MPI) is approaching its annual World Education Congress as a personally crafted experience that allows attendees to build a calendar of sessions that fits their career goals.

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The MICE Blog

JULY 3, 2024

This collaboration also includes conferences and professional events, integrating economy, research, and education. Gallen city and region and that also facilitate innovative events formats and deliver on creating unique experiences for attendees. Healthcare Over 20 local institutions have formed the St.

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