Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Looking for an incentive that will wow guests? Dream Yacht Worldwide Shares Trends, 2025 Predictions Dream Yacht Worldwide (DYW) says its research reveals that early bookings, short-haul vacations and destinations beyond the Caribbean are among the top travel and sailing trends of 2024.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

There is both an art and a science to designing and executing effective incentive travel programs that motivate employees. In his book, The Gold Standard , He explains the five things to do to prepare, when an event is live and after it is wrapped up, with the follow-through being essential. Cowie explained that no detail is too small.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2021

In 2020, Covid-19 was the chubby kid that sat on our seesaw, ruined our fun and crashed incentive travel into the ground. Question: When will be the magical moment that sparks the tipping point for the return of incentive travel ? More : Not Your Mother’s Incentives… Or Even Last Year’s. Spoiler alert.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 26, 2023

Ever since incentives began there has also been a thrill-seeking, adventure-driven component to them. From extreme team building to incentive trips in far-flung destinations with adventure components, risk-taking incentive travelers are not an unknown commodity in the MICE industry. The liability is just too much,” he said.

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Motivation Excellence

DECEMBER 18, 2023

We’ve had a lot to talk about over the last four years in our incentive travel industry! And they apply to single travelers, as well as incentive groups. More stringent rule structures could also come into play, as companies start requiring higher performance goals to qualify for incentive group travel.

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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. A key requirement underscored by both companies when booking these trips was the need to find a fun, stress-free environment.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Event and incentive program planners can now set themselves apart with unforgettable keynotes, unique guest appearances and coveted instructional workshops. The post Book a Spy at Your Next Event—Yes, You Read Right appeared first on Smart Meetings. Read More : Steal Brene Brown’s Secrets for Leveraging Vulnerability.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 11, 2025

Thinking about a cruise meeting or incentive but unsure if it aligns with your sustainability goals? Fox World Travel Launches AI-Powered Platform for Smarter Corporate Travel Fox World Travel has introduced Fox Connect , a new AI-powered platform designed to simplify the way companies book, manage and track business travel.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Discover Resort Getaways for Your Next Incentive, Small Meeting, or Conference Whether your meeting is large or small, these resorts are ready for you. Venture to the Blue Ridge Mountains for a VIP retreat immersed in nature. If youre planning a small to mid-sized meeting, Miami Beach is calling your name.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 24, 2025

Looking to wow A-level attendees at a retreat or incentive? While the ban may reduce congestion in the city and its surrounding areas, planners should anticipate changes in the availability of cruise-based accommodations and itineraries that have traditionally complemented meetings and incentive programs in Nice. just became easier.

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Motivation Excellence

JULY 15, 2024

It is one of the reasons they offer incentive programs for channel partners. One of the rarely talked about secrets of using incentive programs to boost channel partner engagement is getting family members involved. At the top of the list is to include them in incentive program communications. Music and book subscriptions.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 7, 2025

Effective drip campaigns can help you automate personalized communication to engage potential guests, convert casual inquirers into bookings, and even rekindle relationships with past clients. These could range from completing a booking to attending a hosted event. This approach delivers unmatched benefits.

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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

APRIL 10, 2025

Sign up for the monthly Behind the Bookings newsletter here Understanding the Shift in Meeting Dynamics Corporate leaders are placing greater emphasis on regular in-person interactions to bridge the gaps created by remote and hybrid work models. Contact Smart Meetings to work with you with any of the ideas listed in this article.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2025

Meeting and event planners are creative, detail-oriented professionals responsible for organizing everything from corporate conferences and trade shows to weddings and incentive travel. By partnering with travel-related newsletters, hotels can share promotional offers, highlight unique amenities, and encourage bookings.

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SITE

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

We’ve been following up with some of the corporations on our panel and received this wonderfully inspiring email from one of them highlight how incentive travel is alive and well … “Just completed the survey and thank you for resending and allowing me to include my input. For now, I think we are 70/30 vaccinated/non.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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inVOYAGE

APRIL 1, 2025

When to Plan Your Incentive in Japan Japans seasons each offer something special, so timing your incentive around the right season can enhance the overall experience: Spring (MarchApril) : Cherry blossoms in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka (end of March until 10th/15th April) make for an iconic and breathtaking setting. Try it for yourself!

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 14, 2025

She brings a successful background in strategically tracking sales and revenue against booking requirements, and has held leadership roles at several top hotels in Cleveland, enabling her to successfully introduce this new hotel to the city.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 18, 2024

Melissa Fenwick, senior manager of event sourcing with Meetings & Incentives Worldwide , explained the expanded targeting now being employed. “We We are pushing our internal stakeholders to book further out and make quick decisions because the reality is that two or three people may be in line waiting for those dates.”

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Motivation Excellence

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The Motivation Excellence team takes great pride in the fact that we are a full-service incentives, group travel, meetings, and events agency. We take every detail of a group travel incentive seriously. Incentive travel is always about the experience. Do you need to include some business during your incentive travel reward?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 2, 2024

With a meeting, event or incentive retreat at any of the following new and renovated hotels, it’s easy for your and your attendees to do so. An estate buyout will make the gorgeous main house and expertly manicured grounds an unforgettable private getaway for an incentive group.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 17, 2021

9 is an exciting advancement for the Canadian business events industry who are eagerly awaiting the return of conferences, meetings and incentive travel in Canada,” is how Chantal Sturk-Nadeau, executive director for Business Events at Destination Canada responds. for discretionary travel that took place on Aug.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 9, 2024

We’re also seeing a rise in corporate meeting and launch events with tradeshows and incentive trips. Canada is currently the top destination for incentive trips among U.S. Buyout packages are available for group bookings of 10 or more. Big Meetings Love Canada Following Covid-19 pandemic, Canada is seeing the return of U.S.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

M-Plus also employs a “book of business” model where a company like M-Plus operates and manages the back end while the founder continues to be a rainmaker, benefitting from being part of the group. Newest Acquisition. Read More : Acquisition to Enhance Breakout Rooms Could be First Step Toward Zoomiverse.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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Events Attendee Planner Venue 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

All rights reserved Though the studio is usually not open to the public except on the Refract tours, it can also be booked for private events. The Boathouse can accommodate 150 guests for a reception, and 70 for a dinner, and makes an excellent venue for an incentive dinner or corporate group.

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