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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Yet another major airline has announced plans for new direct flights for your attendees. Read More : Case Study: How One Event Achieved Renowned Sustainability Accreditation The WELL Community pre-certification, developed by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), focuses on health and wellbeing. Or maybe Australia?

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OCTOBER 14, 2022

The “ Pathways to Clarity ” theme carried throughout with numerous exhibitors, suppliers and presenters focusing on sustainable practices while many emphasized the importance of inclusion and mental wellness through design within the events, tourism and hospitality industries. meetsmart pic.twitter.com/xY7qsyppLz.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2025

A new transit extension just made your attendees arrival process smoother. In under 30 minutes, attendees can go from their flight to the heart of Ottawa. The new LRT extension ensures that delegates and travelers arriving in Ottawa experience the citys efficiency and hospitality from the moment they land.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Today, the global hospitality company boasts 570 properties under flags as diverse as Curio, Tapestry and Canopy, with another 90 on the way in the next three years. Passanante pointed to a recent focus on sustainability and social impact initiatives. His mother cooked homemade meals for guests and his father managed the front desk.

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ADMEI

JANUARY 8, 2025

Beyond Tourism: The DMC Multiplier Effect An average MICE attendee will spend 6x compared to a typical tourist. They spark employment across a spectrum of industries, from hospitality to tech. Sustainable Growth : Forward-thinking DMCs are at the forefront of promoting sustainable tourism practices, ensuring long-term economic health.

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DECEMBER 6, 2024

Wondering about your attendees flight experiences? The future of tourism in Fiji is bright, with exciting new developments and global recognition for our hospitality. We’re proud to share the warmth and magic of Fiji with more visitors than ever before, as we continue to grow sustainably and authentically.

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APRIL 3, 2025

Tyra Dyson, CMP, DES Chief Events Strategist, TCD Events & Hospitality See her speak in Smart Start: Better Together: Championing Women in Events. The hospitality and tourism sector is instrumental in driving the global economy. Im most excited about attendees forming deeper connections with a citys community and culture.

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JANUARY 3, 2025

attract more international exhibitors and attendees, ECA strongly encourages policymakers to adopt the measuresthat will strengthen our industry’s competitiveness and ability to drive economic growth, support job creation, empower small businesses, and help solve our most urgent societal challenges going forward. global competitiveness.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Two-thirds of meeting professionals have reported the recovery of the hospitality industry to more than half of 2019 levels and one-third reported having reached beyond recovery to 80% of 2019 levels, according to new research by IACC’s new report, Meeting Room of the Future Barometer Late—November 2022.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 14, 2022

Hospitality professionals saw the industry undergo tremendous changes in 2021. Many hospitality conferences and conventions were virtual or hybrid events , while others were forced to cancel altogether. As a result, many industry professionals are wondering what to expect from the top hospitality conferences of 2022.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 2, 2022

California innovators are actively inventing a more sustainable future in and out of the ballroom. At a time when many are reacting to changes in climate and attendee expectations, the golden state’s hospitality sector is leading the way to a future that will continue to welcome change-makers for decades to come. A Green Legacy.

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JULY 29, 2022

Unbearable, earth-scorching temperatures posing a threat to the environment also endanger the health of meeting attendees exposed to such extreme heat. Event professionals must now anticipate what attendees will be exposed to even in destinations where extreme heat is not the norm. Read More: Code Red!

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Endless Events

JUNE 14, 2018

Something often overlooked when booking hotel blocks for conferences are hotel amenities for conference attendees. We have gathered a variety of the best hotel amenities for conference attendees to look for when finding the right hotel for your next conference. Today we will show you how to do just that! Amazing Views. Bike Rentals.

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OCTOBER 30, 2023

“There’s definitely more emphasis on wellness, sustainability and inclusivity,” said Jennifer Squeglia, “I think there’s great energy in our industry right now. of hospitality partners are expecting that many events. Standing Behind Sustainability The focus on sustainability starts at the RFP level.

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APRIL 23, 2024

Luxury language and presentation tips IACC 2024 in Basking Ridge, New Jersey was centered around empowering attendees to be seen, heard and respected as they drive their careers forward as leaders in the meetings and events industry. The post Lessons Learned at IACC 2024 appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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OCTOBER 18, 2023

Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. Technology solutions like wellness apps or gamification elements can help attendees stay aware of their wellness at a meeting.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

Hospitality, Tourism Industries Combat Climate Change. Measures in sustainability have been implemented across the board in tourism and hospitality industries, from more sustainable forms of travel to eco-friendly practices at hotels and meetings venues. Read More : Healthy World: Is Net-zero Enough?

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JULY 21, 2022

Diversity, sustainability and violent crime were on the agenda for Destinations International Annual Convention 2022 in Toronto, Canada, this week along with a host of other social issues destination marketing organizations are taking on as they emerge from Covid empowered to address a larger mission of getting heads in beds. Much Respect. “We

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APRIL 22, 2024

How many attendees do you produce those badges for? But in recent years, sustainability has grown from a niche topic to a central focus in the industry. many of our past sustainability articles linked throughout, if you want to learn more about other areas of sustainable planning. What about your event badges?

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

This is what Loews Atlanta Hotel demonstrated when Sustainable Forestry Initiative Conference (SFI) hosted their event just days after a water main break occurred in downtown Atlanta, and later impacted another water main pipe in midtown Atlanta, just days before the conference was scheduled.

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Endless Events

APRIL 6, 2018

The upside is convenience and providing quick support to attendees. Sustained Engagement Should Be Your Focus. This is why sustained engagement has become the preferred strategy for many top brands. Here’s a guide to help you build your own sustained engagement approach, so you can up your game. Grab it here !

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The need for change in travel and tourism The hospitality industry is continuing its efforts towards improving sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) with cross-sector discussions and in-person activities. The Travel Foundation and the U.S.

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

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. Read More: Seeking Sustainable Venues Photo courtesy of Galaxy Theatres Grandscape SM Where are some bells and whistles planners can look forward to?

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

This spirit is an indelible part of the city’s identity as it influences forward-thinking approaches to hospitality, technology, and sustainability. As the fifth-largest city in the country, Phoenix is leading the way in finding sustainable solutions for all industries. Footprint Center.

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Traveler's Q

MAY 3, 2024

” Sustainability in Event Spaces: Explore what makes a venue ‘green’ and why sustainability is key in today’s event planning industry. .” ” Sustainability in Event Spaces: Explore what makes a venue ‘green’ and why sustainability is key in today’s event planning industry.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It is a day to highlight the need for investment in funding gaps to build a more sustainable and resilient tourism sector. They released three ways the tourism industry can contribute to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). They can also look to investing in sustainable infrastructure. Reducing emissions brings a $24.7

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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

MAY 3, 2024

” Sustainability in Event Spaces: Explore what makes a venue ‘green’ and why sustainability is key in today’s event planning industry. ” Sustainability in Event Spaces: Explore what makes a venue ‘green’ and why sustainability is key in today’s event planning industry.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The Code BEAM America 2025 at Marines’ Memorial Club & Hotel helps attendees learn about emerging technologies. The event showcases specialized tracks including AI, Climate & Sustainability, and the Tech Industry. This event showcases over 3,000 companies and 450 exhibitors from food service and hospitality sectors.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Housed in the heart of Tokyo’s central shopping and entertainment district, the property balances the EDITION brand’s avant-garde approach with traditional Japanese culture to provide guests with a groundbreaking hospitality experience. The beachfront Mexico resort offers breathtaking views certain to leave attendees in awe.

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AUGUST 21, 2024

As the founder and CEO of an events company, she recognized she was the only woman in her position at that time and hoped to encourage others to find their way to a seat at the hospitality table. Williams helped attendees sharpen their elevator pitches while BoothEasy gifted them with professional headshots to match.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2024

asks Pfeffer, as he explains what Meet with Momentum helps attendees discover. “We The hospitality industry lost key players throughout the pandemic and is still working to match pre-pandemic levels of expertise as they recruit and train new professionals. The resort has been fully invested in sustainability since its very inception.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

The hospitality boom isn’t going anywhere. Attendees expect things to get easier. To keep clients and attendees happy, it’s more important than ever to speed things up this year. Luckily, there are plenty of audience interaction tools popping up that can help you captivate attendees and get them involved.

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APRIL 19, 2023

Hawaii celebrates with green businesses Paradise has innumerable advocates within the hospitality industry, many of which are launching new initiatives to celebrate and preserve beautiful destinations such as the Hawaiian Islands. Food rescue prevents the increase in the environmental footprint caused by food waste.

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MARCH 30, 2023

Attendees will also expect that planners are thinking ahead about the impact the event will have in the future. The LEED Platinum Oregon Convention Center (OCC) guarantees that you will have a sustainable event. Their objective is to create the lowest environmental impact event possible for planners and attendees.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 14, 2022

The “ Pathways to Clarity ” theme carried throughout with numerous exhibitors, suppliers and presenters focusing on sustainable practices while many emphasized the importance of inclusion and mental wellness through design within the events, tourism and hospitality industries. meetsmart pic.twitter.com/xY7qsyppLz. —

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NOVEMBER 16, 2022

While a live shooter may be what comes to mind first when considering worst-case scenarios, today’s planners also have to be on the lookout for a mistimed social media post or optics that are not aligned with the DEI or sustainability goals of the company. Operational and reputational concerns now include sustainability and diversity.

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