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MARCH 25, 2025

Attendees at Visit California Outlook Forum 2025 at JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. The conference emphasized the power of California tourism as an economic, social and cultural force for good. LIVE were greeted by enthusiastic faces from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. and the students were enthusiastic.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

A comprehensive travel survey recognizes this historic day World Tourism Day takes place each year on September 27. It was established by the United Nations in 1980 to commemorate the same day in 1970 when the UNWTO (United Nations World Tourism Organization) Statues were adopted. travel and tourism industry generated $1.9

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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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NOVEMBER 19, 2024

So are the tourism ministers of the G7, who are meeting for the first time ever right now in Italy. Tourism Ministers of G7 Gather for the First Time in Florence, Italy The first-ever tourism-sector meeting of the G7 nations began on Wednesday, signaling an increased focus on tourism’s impact on global economies and societies.

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JANUARY 14, 2025

Los Angeles Tourism has established a dedicated landing page for the American Red Cross , where theyll be matching all donations dollar for dollar up to $25,000. For attendees or participants with questions about specific event scheduling, we encourage you to contact the respective event organizers directly for updates.

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DECEMBER 6, 2024

Wondering about your attendees flight experiences? Tourism Fiji Announces Record-Breaking Numbers Tourism Fiji has released its latest arrivals numbers, with a record 822,253 visitors between January and October of this year, a 6.5% Dreading your next post-flight rental car pick up? Looking for an incentive that will wow guests?

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NOVEMBER 19, 2024

So are the tourism ministers of the G7, who are meeting for the first time ever right now in Italy. Tourism Ministers of G7 Gather for the First Time in Florence, Italy The first-ever tourism-sector meeting of the G7 nations began on Wednesday, signaling an increased focus on tourism’s impact on global economies and societies.

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MARCH 18, 2024

As that eases, it could not only help increase the ability to bring attendees to conferences from China, but other countries as well as Chinese visitors have been rerouting through neighboring destinations to get to their California events. The challenge has been that the U.S. Europe Madrid, Spain European residents are aligned with U.S.

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JULY 6, 2023

Suffice it to say, the general public in both North America and Canada are eager to travel while also welcoming tourism and events back to their respective communities much in the vein of the storied “before times.” with two-thirds of Canadian sentiment pointing to the approval of boosting tourism, regardless of resident age.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The gathering at Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar International Convention & Exhibition Center (ICEC) was the first time the group had met in the city since 2014 and it was a chance for attendees to preview renovations taking place at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus. The 5-star luxury hotel was the first Hilton built outside the U.S. We love them.

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AUGUST 8, 2022

While cannabis-related tourism is on the rise, Visit Mendocino County is looking to further tap into this growing market. Forbes estimates cannabis tourism is a $1.7 The post Cannabis Tourism Industry Developing More Appeal appeared first on Smart Meetings. And the industry is projected to reach $37 billion in 2024.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The gathering at Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar International Convention & Exhibition Center (ICEC) was the first time the group had met in the city since 2014 and it was a chance for attendees to preview renovations taking place at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus. The 5-star luxury hotel was the first Hilton built outside the U.S. We love them.

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AUGUST 8, 2022

While cannabis-related tourism is on the rise, Visit Mendocino County is looking to further tap into this growing market. Forbes estimates cannabis tourism is a $1.7 The post Cannabis Tourism Industry Developing More Appeal appeared first on Smart Meetings. And the industry is projected to reach $37 billion in 2024.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2025

A new transit extension just made your attendees arrival process smoother. As always, Smart Travel is here to bring you the latest cant-miss news in tourism and travel. In under 30 minutes, attendees can go from their flight to the heart of Ottawa. Dreaming of shorter TSA wait times (arent we all)?

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JUNE 14, 2022

Tourism Cares is rewarding them for their beautification of Florida’s most popular tourism city. This year’s event, set in Orlando, was kicked off with a strong environmental angle courtesy of Tourism Cares. Growth in the Ground and the Convention Attendee. Since the first event in New York City in 1969, U.S.

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AUGUST 10, 2022

When most attendees make travel plans, they consider things like hotel amenities, nearby restaurants and fun attractions. Hoops reached out to Mary Huggard, now-retired vice president of tourism development at Visit Indy, who worked with her team to add as much accessibility information to the Visit Indy site as possible.

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ADMEI

JANUARY 8, 2025

DMCs – The Unsung Heroes of Local Economies 09 January 2025 In the bustling world of tourism and events, there's a remarkable force silently shaping the economic landscapes of destinations worldwide: Destination Management Companies (DMCs). Hotels fill up, restaurants buzz with activity, and transportation services kick into high gear.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Editor’s note : This Week in Travel (TWT) is your essential guide to smoothing the road from here to there for your attendees and yourself. Maintains Title as Most Powerful Travel and Tourism Market. In its latest Economic Trends Report, the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has ranked the U.S.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Smart Meetings caught up with Lauren Johnson, senior sales manager, and Courtney Pickett, convention sales manager, of Louisville Tourism to share meeting trends and find out the special ingredient for creating memorable experiences for groups large and small. Courtney Pickett. The second trend Johnson’s been a witness to: big smiles.

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APRIL 11, 2025

attendees a taste of one of Americas top thrill-seeking experiences without the long flight? As always, Smart Travel is here with the latest must-know updates in travel and tourism. Fijis Loloma Hour Encourages Travelers to Give Back Fijis newest tourism initiative invites visitors to do more than just unwind on its beautiful beaches.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Editor’s note : This Week in Travel (TWT) is your essential guide to smoothing the road from here to there for your attendees and yourself. Maintains Title as Most Powerful Travel and Tourism Market. In its latest Economic Trends Report, the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has ranked the U.S.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2023

In today’s world, you cannot overlook the possibility of Mother Nature becoming an unwanted attendee at your meeting or event. Realizing the potential for a winter storm or another weather disaster while planning your meeting or event will help keep your attendees safe while reducing the risk of significant financial losses.

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JANUARY 24, 2025

Looking to wow A-level attendees at a retreat or incentive? As always, Smart Travel is here to bring you the latest must-read travel and tourism news. These perks are designed to enhance the overall guest experience, making it an appealing option for meeting profs looking to impress their attendees. just became easier.

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APRIL 3, 2025

Major world events invariably influence our sector, highlighting the critical role tourism plays on the international stage. 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. What does GMID mean to you?

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APRIL 11, 2025

attendees a taste of one of Americas top thrill-seeking experiences without the long flight? As always, Smart Travel is here with the latest must-know updates in travel and tourism. Fijis Loloma Hour Encourages Travelers to Give Back Fijis newest tourism initiative invites visitors to do more than just unwind on its beautiful beaches.

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MARCH 27, 2025

The focus was on addressing current tourism challenges and providing targeted training for participants. The event offered infotainment on sustainability and artificial intelligence, a generational dialogue between young and experienced tourism professionals and a discussion platform on the future of flying.

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JANUARY 31, 2025

The price of the tragic disaster is even greater when calculating the loss of tourism and meetings revenue that is so important to the region. 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.

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DECEMBER 10, 2024

28-30, Destinations International (DI) held its 2024 Social Inclusion Summit in Spokane, Washington, where they shared insights and resources around inclusion in the travel and tourism industry. Attendees were also given the Ideas that Spark Change workbook, which provided best practices for breakout sessions and ideas for discussion.

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DECEMBER 27, 2024

In search of a mind-blowing incentive that will leave attendees in awe? Streamlined entry throughout the area means ease of travelthough if your attendees are visiting from North America, be sure each is carrying a passport that is valid for at least six months from the day of arrival. Listen : What One Thing?

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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.

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MAY 10, 2022

Travel Association’s National Travel and Tourism Week—which happened this past week—where they discussed the region’s forecast and data from 2021. Research by MMGY Travel Intelligence, HIS Markit, Travel Market Insights, National Travel & Tourism and U.S. While there was plenty of great news about D.C.’s million visitors, 1.8

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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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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. and Blacks in Travel & Tourism.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Share Every Detail Possible Before Attendees Arrive Pre-event meeting messaging tends to focus on where attendees can stay and what education sessions they should attend. However, for many attendees, those details aren’t nearly as important as being able to understand the nuances of the environment.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Read More: Public Art is Unifying, Function and Important How You Can Work Refract into Your Seattle Meetings Kris La Fata, Visit Seattle One of the great conundrums of planners in recent years: how do you get attendees engaged in new and exciting ways? Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Read More: Public Art is Unifying, Function and Important How You Can Work Refract into Your Seattle Meetings Kris La Fata, Visit Seattle One of the great conundrums of planners in recent years: how do you get attendees engaged in new and exciting ways? Visit Seattle can also curate it to your attendee demographic.

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MAY 13, 2022

I am excited about meetings and conventions returning to Greater Palm Springs post-pandemic, as group business is such a vital part of the tourism economy. Having purposeful experiences at conferences for attendees is something that I enjoy. . – Amy Shen , sales coordinator, Destination Toronto. “I

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