The MICE Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

Held in Amsterdam, this event for the Alliance of Independent Travel Agencies (AER) brought together 500 travel agencies and 400 specialized tour operators, with a large portion focused on sustainable travel. About AER AER is an alliance of 500 travel agencies and 400 specialized tour operators, many of whom focus on sustainable travel.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The need for change in travel and tourism The hospitality industry is continuing its efforts towards improving sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) with cross-sector discussions and in-person activities. Cultural & Heritage Marketing Council.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Guests will fund true sense of place, with plenty of experiences to enjoy the rich history and culture of the Mayan civilization with day trips and easy access to Cancns celebrated dining and nightlife scene.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Sustainable tourism is vital. That’s the principle that guided Tourisme Montréal’s proactive sustainability strategy, one that helped it maintain its first place in North America on the 2023 Global Destination Sustainability Index. Look for venues with stringent commitments to sustainability.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 18, 2023

With cannabis gaining momentum in state legislations and shedding its stigma to be more visible in mainstream culture, cannabis travel and tourism is a fast-rising market. A: What drove me to this was really my passion of travel and culture and cross-cultural communication. It’s (about) the data and education.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2022

Five weeks out from the return of IMEX in Frankfurt , Germany, IMEX Group CEO Carina Bauer is excited that after cancelling two years in a row, the program is returning strong with an emphasis on connection and sustainability. That green vibe will be seen in the education and the design around the show, Bauer said.

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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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Advanced Travel and Tourism

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Whether teaming up with local artists, cultural institutions, or regional brands, strategic collaborations can elevate a destination’s profile.  Immersive Brand Experiences:  LEGO thrives on creating immersive worlds, and destinations can adopt a similar approach.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

There’s definitely more emphasis on wellness, sustainability and inclusivity,” said Jennifer Squeglia, “I think there’s great energy in our industry right now. Standing Behind Sustainability The focus on sustainability starts at the RFP level. growth in collaboration and culture building, 19.6%

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Smart Meetings

JULY 18, 2023

From the importance of sustainability and locally sourced products, to the return of the buffet and how to lessen food waste through action stations, I’ve copied my top tips below on hosting an impressive food-driven event.

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Panorama Travel

MAY 9, 2024

BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE & RESPONSIBLE FUTURE FOR OMAN TRAVEL & TOURISM INDUSTRY Sustainable Development of Oman Tourism, aligning with the Oman Vision 2040. The event witnessed Oman’s commitment to sustainable tourism practices, cultural preservation, and community engagement. Alila Hainu Bay.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Domestic activity sustained the industry over the last two years with help from an “Event Here” campaign that energized local groups around the power of meeting face-to-face, but now Asian groups are coming back as well—many with very short lead times. A Sustainable Focus. “Association conferences are back,” Mack said.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 13, 2025

Last fall, when students participated in an educational competition during the X-Culture International Business Symposium, they were tasked with coming up with ideas for a challenge that will sound all too familiar to event organizers: prove the economic, social and cultural impact a major event can bring to a city.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 13, 2024

You may want to educate, create raving fans, increase sales or network with colleagues and clients. For over 8,000 years wine has played a central role in fostering connection, business and culture. Wine is deeply intertwined with culture and history. Often, it’s a combination of these goals.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2025

Wellness in Action Throughout the three days of enlightening education and joyful connections, every moment reflected what wellness can look like in an event. See in action how planners can amplify it to multiply ROI. Smart Meetings Wellness Experience brought not-a-buzzword, capital-W Wellness to life in word and action.

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 2, 2024

They want their events to be Instagram-worthy, culturally immersive, and aligned with their values. DMCs often find themselves in the role of educators, helping clients understand local market conditions and how to allocate their resources strategically. Today's clients crave experiences as unique as their brand DNA.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Read More : How Customized Generational Engagement Can Benefit Meeting Profs The value of joint education and assets not only offers implementable concepts but also provides practices to align the destination and the event organizer to conduct effective working relationships.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Find something for everyone while absorbing the city’s culture Anticipating culinary expectations for groups can be stressful for meeting professionals, especially with more awareness of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and religious-based dietary restrictions or preferences. An easy solution? A food hall.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It is a day to highlight the need for investment in funding gaps to build a more sustainable and resilient tourism sector. They released three ways the tourism industry can contribute to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). They can also look to investing in sustainable infrastructure. Reducing emissions brings a $24.7

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 14, 2024

A mirrored modern art sculpture inside the walls of the historic Al Jahili Fort, in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) will host the first-of-its-kind APAC Travel Marketplace in Al Ain on 15 and 16 October, connecting over 200 travel agents from the APAC region with 60 Abu Dhabi-based stakeholders.

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Redfin

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Housing in Portland Portland’s housing market offers a blend of urban and neighborhood living, with a strong focus on community and sustainable development. Known for its unique culture and commitment to green spaces, Portland offers a dynamic and accessible housing market with options for a range of lifestyles.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2024

This is driven by sustainability concerns, cost efficiency and a focus on local community support and cultural preservation. Build trust and a positive culture: Trust freelancers to deliver quality work, avoid micromanaging, and show appreciation for their contributions. Respect their need for balance.

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The Abbi Agency

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Over 175 media, content creators, marketers and big-name brands came together to collaborate and discuss the state of sustainable tourism. Sustainable tourism is a practice that counteracts the social and environmental impacts associated with travel. Let’s Get Political. Consider History of the Land.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Professional Life Even before earning her CMP, Mahmoud was deeply involved in her professional education. Trade fairs like IMEX and IBTM World as well as other conferences that bring members of the global meetings industry together, put on by ICCA, PCMA, SITE Global and more, are incredible sources of education.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2023

On Track Tahira Endean The umbrella tracks for educational content are the same as the categories featured at IMEX Frankfurt in May. And Brian Parsely is returning to share new ways to energize cultures with behavioral science and improve communication. More Wellness Opportunities Daybreaker opening rituals will get the heart pumping.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 20, 2021

The gathering was equal parts hosted-buyer appointments, educational content, trade show and reunion. author Joshua Evans, who shared tips for building a culture of engagement. President Heather Tanfani shared strategies and tactics for planning post-pandemic sustainable meetings. Enterprises Inc. Association Expansion.

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Solimar International

JULY 18, 2023

The best opportunity to address both concerns is to invest in sustainable management for natural parks, which have especially vulnerable ecosystems. As such, it should be our top priority to maintain these protected areas for future generations by making sure they are managed with sustainability in mind.

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Solimar International

APRIL 11, 2022

What exactly is Sustainable Tourism , and why should I care? 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.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Becoming an Event Professional While her formal education background is centered around history, education and administration, which she originally studied with the goal of entering a career in academia and research, Legrand quickly found it was not her most authentic space. Work will always be there.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2022

“We understand the importance of connection; we understand the importance of culture,” said David Peckinpaugh, Maritz president and CEO, reflecting on meetings’ return to F2F (face-to-face) amid dawning young talent during our Smart Chat Live! Consider the values of other companies and their cultures.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 13, 2024

“We needed to be more thoughtful and intentional about how we tried to limit garbage making its way to landfills, how we recycle and how we engage appropriately to make sure this event can keep moving forward and be sustainable. He added that one krewe announced that next year they’ll only be tossing out sustainable throws.

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The MICE Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

There’s a lot happening in Stuttgart right now, especially in its transformation into a leading destination for sustainable events. It drew over 2000 participants dedicated to sustainable urban development. That includes adapting and anticipating changes in education, vocational training and research.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 8, 2024

The post The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) publishes new GSTC MICE Criteria appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. The Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that the GSTC MICE Criteria have been published and are available to the public for non- commercial use.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 1, 2023

As such, the significance of storytelling in sustainable destination and tourism marketing has never been greater. What is storytelling in sustainable destination and tourism marketing? With a global portfolio of projects, we are dedicated to developing, managing, and promoting sustainable tourism destinations.

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Solimar International

JUNE 24, 2022

Solimar International is proud to introduce our Summer 2022 Virtual Travel Writing and Sustainable Tourism Internship Cohort! This semester’s cohort features 18 talented individuals with a shared passion for sustainable development and tourism. She loves to travel and learn about the cultures of the countries she visits. .

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 22, 2024

This summer is looking at experiential travel—whether that be a relaxing health and wellness retreat, a culturally rich destination or an environmentally conscious and responsible gathering, summer 2024 trends are geared towards progressive practices.

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Solimar International

JULY 19, 2023

I’m Tunisian-American.” “Then you are Amazigh, too.” What ensued was a two-hour-long conversation about Amazigh history, culture, and language — much to the annoyance of our fellow passengers. Despite surrounding ourselves in Amazigh culture, Arabization successfully distanced us from our roots. He asked me where I was from. “I’m

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