The MICE Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

Analysis showed a combination of cultural differences in eating habits, miscalculation by the hotel, and long travel without warm food led to the dilemma. The post Case study: AER Annual Conference 2023, Amsterdam appeared first on The MICE Blog. What began as a disaster ended as a funny anecdote and created a good atmosphere.

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ADMEI

MARCH 13, 2024

Destination Management Companies are at the forefront of this movement, recognizing the diverse needs and preferences of attendees and incorporating thoughtful touches to ensure inclusivity and enjoyment for all. Guests with mobility challenges will be encouraged by ensuring accessibility of venues and transportation.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 3, 2021

Protecting cultural heritage is one of our utmost priorities as well as a core development objective in all of our projects. When done right, building a strong tourism economy is a great way for local residents of any region to nurture their own cultural heritage and also provide meaningful educational experiences to visitors.

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The MICE Blog

JULY 8, 2024

Its motto is ‘House of open culture, inspiration through diversity, a place of encounter.’ Vereinbar’ since 2022: Focuses on inclusive culture by, for, and with people with disabilities, promoting active cultural education and inclusion. We took the cogwheel train from Vitznau directly to the final station, Rigi Kulm.

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ADMEI

JUNE 12, 2024

The Business of Events: How DMCs Elevate Corporate Meetings and Incentive Travel 12 June 2024 In today’s work culture, employees are looking for more than competitive pay. Flexible scheduling, remote work, generous benefits, and a healthy team culture and work-life balance all attract top talent to join a company — and stay for the long haul.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Let’s face it, even the most accomplished and experienced planner can find it difficult to deal with the social, cultural and legal barriers that would simply not occur at home. Research the Culture. If the destination is already chosen, then a good place to start might in the library or online with some cultural research.

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ADMEI

JULY 10, 2024

The Importance of Adding Accessibility to DEI Those of us in the travel and event industry want everyone to be able to enjoy the benefits of experiencing new places, being immersed in new cultures, and finding fun, education, inspiration, motivation, and relaxation all at once.

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Solimar International

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

To support this effort, Solimar co-created these guesthouses and other tourism stakeholders form the country’s first Destination Management Organization (DMO): the Horsburgh Atoll Tourism Alliance (HATA) to support local tourism in the Maldives.

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Solimar International

MAY 20, 2024

What is a DMO, and how is it used to develop a community into a tourist destination? To begin examining the success of Discover Sugar River Region as a Destination Management Organization (DMO), we must first discuss what a DMO is and how it can be used as a community catalyst.

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ADMEI

OCTOBER 4, 2023

SITE’s CEO, Annette Gregg explained “SITE mission is to advance the business case for incentive travel and motivational experiences through global connections, education and advocacy by building and bridging cultures through the transformative power of incentive travel and motivational experiences.

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Solimar International

JANUARY 4, 2023

Destination management is the process in which Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs) work with stakeholders to increase development of the tourism sector, gain more tourists, address challenges, and bring more benefit to the local community. Considering Infrastructure and Logistics in Destination Management .

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Cox’s Bazar is more than a beach destination; it’s a thriving hidden gem where traditional Bangladeshi culture meets modern comforts. The stunning beaches, unique local culture, and unspoiled natural beauty make it an idyllic retreat for travelers seeking a getaway.

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Solimar International

JULY 18, 2023

This is especially important when it comes to natural parks, which are prized ecological hotspots and some of the world’s most valuable tourism destinations. What is Sustainable Destination Management? These strategies help travelers and locals get the most out of a destination while minimizing damage to its natural resources.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Therefore, whether DMOs should focus only on marketing or broaden their activities and be a management organization is part of the future agenda. At Solimar, we have seen time and time again why the M in DMO must also be about destination management, and not just destination marketing. What is destination management?

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Solimar International

APRIL 11, 2022

According to the Global Sustainable Tourism Council , sustainable tourism is the practice of acknowledging the impacts of tourism, both good and bad, to minimize environmental and economic damage while spurring job creation along with cultural and wildlife preservation. One example is Livingston, Montana.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 22, 2023

It’s in the best interest of destination management organizations (DMOs) to frequently engage in tourism planning , and to consistently navigate changing trends and adjust to new demographics. Sustainability means more than just the environment; it also covers bolstering the local economy and preservation of the local culture.

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The MICE Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Back in July, I hosted a week-long Instagram Live series with Heidi Legein, Managing Director at The MICE Guru , a destination management company (DMC) based in Norway. During the past months of the lockdown, Heidi has been actively promoting her destination and inspiring and educating fellow event professionals about Norway.

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Solimar International

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Communities in destinations around the world are finding ways to celebrate both virtually and in person. In this blog post, We’ll explore the origins of World Tourism Day, and the goals being set for the future. Tourism is a vessel for cultural preservation. What is World Tourism Day? Photo Courtesy of placesofjuma.com).

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Solimar International

JUNE 12, 2022

Conceptualizing this with the definition of sustainable tourism, and you have nature as the driver for economic benefits, socio-cultural development, and environmental preservation of landscapes and biodiversity. Ecotourism in Colombia is abundant, and if you are looking to plan an eco trip, then Capurganá, Colombia is a fantastic choice.

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The MICE Blog

JUNE 3, 2022

The most vivid pre-COVID memories that I have of incentive trips are from experiencing destinations where I got to know their hidden gems, interact with locals and learn about their craft or their culture, and network with other participants. Sponsored post. In collaboration with Bern Convention Bureau.

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CSI DMC

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Choosing the right Destination Management Company (DMC) is pivotal for event success. Utilizing their deep destination knowledge, creativity, and strong local relationships they will navigate the intricacies of the destination down to the last detail while making your program vision a reality from concept to completion.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Her dual nationality made her curious about the world’s diverse cultures and political systems. She is passionate about preserving cultural heritage, traveling, and studying foreign languages. At 16, she moved to the city of Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina, where she lived for two years as a United World College (UWC) Davis Scholar.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 29, 2021

The website includes the publication of blogs that together form an excellent guide. Travel Belize did an excellent job in displaying the colorfulness of Belize’s nature without ignoring the cultural aspects, all while paying tribute to its diverse ethnic background. Love Cape Town Website. Love Cape Town.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 22, 2023

Social and Cultural Impacts Agritourism can also serve as a way to preserve cultural heritage, foster community engagement, and enhance local pride: Preservation of Local Culture, Traditions, and Ideas: Agritourism encourages preserving local culture and traditions.

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Solimar International

JULY 11, 2021

To start things off, first, it is important to understand what is a brand, what is the purpose of destination branding and how is it different from destination marketing. Interested in learning more about improving your destination brand? This blog was written by Lena Eckert and Emilija Zagere in July 2021.

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Solimar International

MARCH 27, 2023

Engaging in enterprise readiness schemes, developing destination management organizations (DMO), and creating responsible tourism practices, the company is leading the way in countries that have huge economic potential for tourism post-COVID.

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Solimar International

MARCH 1, 2022

These tourism businesses—ranging from Destination Management Organizations to community-based homestay networks to high-end eco-lodges—were assessed via in-depth interviews and surveys to understand how centering nature within their business models enabled them to shift from “sustainable” to “regenerative” tourism practices.

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AltexSoft Travel

JULY 14, 2022

For example, TripAdvisor 2022 Report discovered that about three quarters of travelers are willing to see new places, with such priorities as having new experiences and learning about history and culture not far behind. Instead of that flight-and-flop style, many vacationers are hungry for excitement, cultural immersion, and new experiences.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 2, 2022

These advertisements encourage user interest and engagement, as they portray more authenticity than the big pop-up ads that break up content on other web-resources like blogs and search engines. These unsustainable results make it necessary for destinations to create parameters for successful marketing that go beyond sheer numbers.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Tourism is one of the largest and fastest-growing sectors in the world, comprised of an intricate network of stakeholders with an interest in the development, marketing, and management of tourism destinations. So who are the people and organizations interested in about the risks and rewards, i.e. the stakes, of destination development?

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 21, 2016

It’s a little-known fact that embassies do open their doors for private or corporate events, and such things must usually be arranged by an insider with the proper connections, like a destination management company. Danielle Kambic, General Manager of Hello! Event Venues appeared first on The Social Tables Blog.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It involves crafting a narrative that weaves together the destination’s history, culture, and community through engaging anecdotes and stories that resonate with travelers. A destination rich in compelling stories stands poised to reap the rewards of increased footfall, expenditure, and profitability.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Through blog writing, translation, research and graphic design, they meaningfully contribute to our work. Next year he aims to start a European master’s degree in tourism development and culture on his path to becoming a responsible tourism practitioner. Each semester, we receive dozens of applications.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 22, 2023

It ebbs and flows, along with changing cultures, preferences and tastes. Destinations often struggle with adapting to the dynamic mindset of tourists, however. There are a number of techniques to mitigate seasonality in strategic destination planning, but what exactly are these? Tourism is not static.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Three times a year, we recruit talented interns to our sustainable tourism internship to help with strategic planning, sustainability research, blog writing & communications, social media marketing, tourism development, and so much more on all of our projects. Sustainability is a lot about local laws, partnerships, and more.”.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Tourism destinations go through various stages of development, and during each of them, managers face issues and challenges that need to be addressed to guarantee the ongoing success of the destination. However, this process may sound ambitious, and very often emerging destinations face challenges with: Destination planning.

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Path Destination Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

We want local communities to benefit from our activities, and for our customers to enjoy an immersive cultural experience. Because we employ local guides who live, eat, sleep, breathe the local culture we are able to fine tune our travel experiences so that our customers enjoy a unique cultural adventure. Contact Us.

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