Smart Meetings

JANUARY 9, 2023

Historically, incentive trips are typically reserved for a company’s sales team. While these programs are still extremely valuable, a new type of “incentive” trip trend is on the rise. The more an organization focuses on its members’ well-being, the more everyone in the ecosystem benefits.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Boutique hotels in Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines and Sri Lanka Incentive trends are seeing increasing interest in international destinations, experiential opportunities to discover the country and a focus on wellness.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Read More: The Best of 2024 Sustainability Trends If we can provide the transformation with the hotels, then we can ask tour operators, restaurants and international partners to do business with sustainable suppliers. Compliance requires continuous improvement and annual compliance checks.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Alaska Airlines’ new offers might maximize your benefits. While Expedia is a markedly smaller company valued at $20 billion, its shares have risen 50% over the past year, an attractive upward trend to a potential suitor. With the new year quickly approaching, are you considering your options for rewards programs?

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Read More: The Best of 2024 Sustainability Trends If we can provide the transformation with the hotels, then we can ask tour operators, restaurants and international partners to do business with sustainable suppliers. Compliance requires continuous improvement and annual compliance checks.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Also, don’t forget to help them learn new skills by investing in their training, which will benefit everyone including the business. The trend of creating memorable experiences is sweeping through both big and small events. Tech Trends for Your Next Trade Show. One last thing is you can share with them is our free .

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The MICE Blog

JULY 28, 2022

The Swiss resort Interlaken is a prime destination for congresses, exhibitions, meetings and of course, incentive travel. Incentives are a unique aspect of MICE (Meeting, Incentive Travel, Conferences and Exhibitions) travel because they can be customised to the tastes of the client and are highly exclusive.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Here are takeaways every meeting professional can benefit from. Top Trends Impacting Hospitality, Tourism and Events. Itineraries catered to friend-group travel, LGBTQ travel and solo travel are trending. Consumer trends say doing good is no longer enough—you must do no bad. Shawna Suckow. Do Good, But Also Do No Bad.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

If you’ve been paying attention to the event trends set to redefine the industry, you’ll know that hybrid is up there with the most relevant. From creating broadcast studios of their own to offering monetary incentives, find out how venues are adapting to the hybrid future, and becoming hybrid venues in their own right!

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Incentive travel has always been more about inspiration than dollars given for work done. I think the reason incentive travel has always survived economic downturns and remained a priority for achievement programs is our drive to explore and experience new destinations. Make your family number one.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 24, 2019

Takatani provided the following insights into other Japanese trends, based on his experience with Fujisankei and travel agencies. Inspired by the positive benefits, many Japanese companies are offering employees incentive trips to foreign destinations. Tokyo wants more of the American market.”. Insights into a Changing Culture.

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Motivation Excellence

JUNE 21, 2024

Motivation Excellence specializes in developing and implementing employee rewards and incentive programs. There’s no better incentive! One Size Doesn’t Fit All Being an employer of choice has always had a prominent place in workforce history, but since the pandemic, adding motivational benefits to an employee package is critical.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 20, 2024

From our own research, third-party sources and knowledge from Travelport’s TMC customers, we’ve identified six trends that are waking up the sector and driving big changes in corporate travel. Their focus extends beyond traditional benefits—and now encompasses factors like comfort, convenience, and personal time.

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Motivation Excellence

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

What is Incentive Travel? Incentive travel is an important subset of the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry. Now, it’s all about non-monetary incentives, and the predictions for 2020 by the Incentive Revenue Foundation (IRF) support that idea.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Some unexpected expenses may be covered by your travel delay benefits. Unplanned changes to your travel itinerary may entitle you to trip interruption benefits. Read More : 4 Trends Rocking Financial and Insurance Incentives. These will typically cover delays that last between five and 24 hours.

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Motivation Excellence

AUGUST 27, 2019

Have you ever asked (or answered) the question, “Should we outsource our corporate incentive travel program?” Here, you’ll discover why outsourcing your next incentive program will set you up for success. We know how time-consuming organizing a large incentive travel program can be. Saves You Time. Ready for the Unexpected.

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Motivation Excellence

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

What are sales incentives? Sales incentives can be any kind of compensation or reward provided by an employer to drive productivity, more specifically, the selling of goods or services. And sales incentives have evolved over the last 25 years, as all things to do. Choosing Your Sales Incentives: The Value of Culture Fit.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Similarly, Southwest Business Meetings product offers discounted fares, incentives and even name changes for groups of 25 or fewer. Jessica Martini, national account manager with Southwest Business, shared that the bulk of group travel is made up of under 150 people so most companies can take advantage of the benefits.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2023

CST with a panel of industry leaders to discuss the most current trends and the effects they will have on the future of meetings. Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) will hold a session on the future of incentive travel, while Webex addresses the new reality of tighter budgets yet increasing numbers of attendees.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 13, 2022

IHG plans to continue their trend of growth with 1,800 hotels in development, a reinvention of IHG One Rewards and a new series of partnerships. With locations in more than 100 countries, there is a strong incentive for meeting planners to take advantage of all the benefits available to Rewards members. What’s In It For Guests?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 19, 2023

For instance, your “why” statement for your incentive trip for your top sales performers “why” could look like this: “We host our annual incentive trip to bring together top sales performers in the company to connect with leadership, engage with each other and drive motivation for the year ahead. What benefits does the event provides?

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 29, 2024

Incorporating wellness into meetings and events is not just a trend but a crucial strategy to support employees’ mental and physical health, fostering a more engaged and productive workforce. The benefits of being in nature include reduced stress levels, improved mood and increased creativity.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 19, 2022

According to Forrester’s Q3 2021 B2B Enterprise Marketing Events Trends Survey , “Hybrid events will become the dominant form of events in 2022 and beyond.” Virtual trends have been rising over the last few years as an extension of a trend that started pre-pandemic. Amplification: The impact goes beyond the event itself.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 4, 2024

Positive Brand Association Events that prioritize wellness not only benefit attendees but also enhance the hosting brand’s image. The Bottom Line: ROI and Beyond Read More : 7 Ways to Embed Wellness in Your Meetings Integrating wellness into event planning is not just a trend but a strategic approach that yields significant returns.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

Read More: 3 Rewarding Trends in Incentive Travel The upside of holding WEC in Mexico for the first time was that it accommodated the association’s fastest-growing audience, Latin American meeting professionals, which has had 60% growth over the last four years. That format brought its own set of challenges and benefits.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Many plan both internal and customer events, incentive trips and sales meetings. Neuroinclusion Imperative ALHI President and CEO Michael Dominguez connected the dots on hospitality and economic trends A quarter of the world’s population, the largest minority on the planet, is neurodivergent.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 20, 2022

K&N Travel Associates is known for services such as corporate event management and incentive travel, yet also for its dedication to use its platform for social improvement. With the spike in tourism continuing to rise, the concern for responsible tourism must linearly correlate with the trend. With four locations across the U.K.,

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MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Here are the five trends it says will put people at the heart of today’s issues: 1. Combine this trend with the “weaponization” of travel through political issues such as the controversial “bathroom bills ” in some states, and participants may find themselves not feeling very welcome when they come to town for your meeting.

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Blue Spark Event Design

OCTOBER 3, 2022

The full-time planner is often more educated in the industry, more aware of event trends, and usually has more contacts and connections that can help your event succeed. Below are some the benefits to hiring a professional event planner: Stress-free planning. Event planners know the latest trends when it comes to corporate events.

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ITA Group

JULY 20, 2021

Happy Glampers: Why You Should Consider Glamping for Your Next Incentive Trip. Nature's biological and psychological benefits make glamorous camping, or glamping, an ideal award for incentive recipients who have earned a retreat. Check out our post on how you can reimagine the future of your incentive travel program.

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Endless Events

MAY 23, 2018

Another benefit of incorporating conference breakout sessions is that they don’t always have to revolve around the theme of the conference. Pre-selection benefits both you and your audience. Moreover, it is important to select the size audience you think will benefit each session. Add Incentives. Reducing Stress.

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Achieve Incentives

JANUARY 15, 2023

What better way to do that than by offering your top performers with an awesome travel incentive and a side of VIP treatment? There are four basic steps to developing a successful travel incentive program: Set your goals Define your travel experience Promote your program Determine your results Let’s break it down a bit, shall we?

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ITA Group

DECEMBER 16, 2021

5 Channel Trends & Program Impact Predictions for 2022. Leaders need to ensure their program strategy, incentives, processes, engagement efforts and systems are evolving to meet the demands of indirect partner organizations. Provide them with key benefits, specialization, tiers, certification, etc. to help drive performance. .

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

An expert can assist with planning the meeting program and guide you on how to implement moments of well-being for the greatest benefit to your participants. Conclusion Integrating wellness into corporate meetings is not just a trend; it’s an essential investment in your company’s future.

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Peak Performance Meetings and Incentives

MARCH 7, 2022

When it comes to organizing the travel incentive trip, businesses require all the facilities to ensure a memorable experience for their employees and clients. All-inclusive incentive resort trip plays a vital role in creating a long-lasting relationship with clients. The Benefits of All-Inclusive Resort. Who Introduced the Idea?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Phase Two includes a leadership workshop to review the study and shape resources and deliverables for the benefit of EIC membership. Jamaica recently served as the host destination for the International Board of Directors Meeting of the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) Global. “It

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The MICE Blog

JANUARY 11, 2021

We worked closely with destination Bern – the Bern Convention Bureau , Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau and local hotel partners where the sessions were filmed: Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & THE SPA, Hotel Bellevue Palace Bern and Kongress + Kursaal Bern AG. Another trend is shorter leading times.

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