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Case study: AER Annual Conference 2023, Amsterdam

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The AER Annual Conference 2023 marked a new beginning after two years of planning under pandemic conditions. The annual conference plays a key role in AERs broader strategy: strengthening its members, fostering ongoing education, and collectively developing innovative solutions for current and future challenges.

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3 Extreme Accessibility Experts Share Their Accommodation Mandates

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Transportation is another area where resources and timing are stretched. ADA law requires that hotels offer equal accessible transportation for any other transportation available. Go Beyond the Requirements Bettyanne Sherrer, vice president and managing partner CanPlan Events & Conference Services Inc.

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Business events in Stuttgart: hotels, unique venues, experiences, sustainability

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To promote sustainable travel within the city, free public transport tickets are provided for attendees who book their hotel stays through Stuttgart Marketing. This setup reduces transport emissions and encourages attendees to use sustainable travel options. Unique venues Stuttgart offers more than traditional conference spaces.

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Why Attendees Aren’t Committing Early to Conferences

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In recent years, many event organizers have observed a notable trend: despite offering enticing early bird registration discounts, many attendees are hesitant to commit to conferences well in advance. As a result, many are cautious about allocating funds to nonessential activities like conferences.

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Case Study: CVB Partnership Amplifies Impact at Lenovo Tech World 2024

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Read More: 4 Essential Planning Guidelines for Citywides Strategic About Size and Scale McCormack addressed the benefit of meeting in a smaller city, saying, “We definitely are a little bit of a smaller tier city, but we still have so much to offer, and it’s very easy to get around when a group the size of Lenovo Tech World comes.

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Smart Travel: Mystery Destination Flights Sell Out in 4 Minutes, Jordan Tourism Board Teams Up with Leading Travel App, Hyatt Announces New Brand Hyatt Select and More

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Its proximity to Al Maktoum International Airport, Jebel Ali Port and public transport options enhance accessibility for international attendees. For meeting profs planning MENA events, Expo City Dubais Dubai Exhibition Centre and Expo Village provide a compelling venue that promises world-class facilities within a sustainable community.

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Northwest Event Show Stressed the Positive Buzz Groups Bring to Communities

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Northwest Event Show highlighted the benefits in a panel discussion that set the stage for the two-day meeting ideafest. Groups traveling for conferences are part of the reason Seattle is home to a vibrant mix of arts, culture, music, restaurants and retail that make up the fabric of life in the area. What a deal.

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