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2024 KTIA Annual Conference Recap

Advanced Travel and Tourism

The fine folks at Visit Northen Kentucky in conjunction with the Kentucky Tourism Industry Association showed that fact off in style last week at their annual conference. What were the top takeaways from the conference? Bourbon is a huge tourism driver within Kentucky, and tourism numbers are up within the state.

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What is Stopping International Attendees from Returning to U.S. Conferences?

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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. Focus on sporting culture and experiences she suggested to lure them to the U.S.

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The Future Looks Bright for Destinations International’s Young Leaders

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At the local level, it is exciting to see new meeting and conference sectors emerge that engage a new market and heighten our ability to reach new visitors.”. – Mallory Snyder , vice president of communications and strategic development, Visit York County. . – Amy Shen , sales coordinator, Destination Toronto. “I

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Best of 2022: CSR

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Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become increasingly important as the travel and tourism industries are surging into 2023. Corporate sponsorship allows Invisible Cities to provide skill training for their employees, bring tourism to the city and create a team-building experience that will inspire understanding amongst a group.

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Smart Moves in Myrtle Beach, New York, Fort Worth and More

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Most recently, he led sales and events at Bell Harbor International Conference Center & World Trade Center Seattle. Simone also serves on the Executive Committee of the Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau Board. Rosy Merlino has been appointed director of sales and marketing at The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad.

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Smart Moves in Hawaii, New Orleans and More

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She brings over 14 years of experience in the hospitality, tourism and sales industry and is known for her success in designing and implementing innovative campaigns. She has served in many global tourism management positions, including at FMTG Falkensteiner Michaeler Tourism Group, Sacher Hotels and Marriott International.

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Smart Moves in Aspen, Islamorada and More

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These professionals will lead the county’s approach to regenerative tourism, supporting the local community while providing meaningful experiences for visitors. Morascini, who has sat on the board of Island County tourism since 2016, takes on the role of marketing and public relations director.

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