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Key Takeaways from the 2024 Tennessee Governor’s Conference

Advanced Travel and Tourism

Eat & Drink will complement existing pillars: Live Entertainment/Music, Outdoors, Kid-Friendly, and History & Culture.  Bike Tennessee is a new initiative by Rural Tourism & Outreach in which 54 routes are designated as official, geared toward seasoned road cyclists.

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Exclusive Guest Column: How to Transform Events with Local Culture

Smart Meetings

By infusing the local culture of a destination into their events, planners can elevate gatherings, leaving attendees with a deeper appreciation and understanding for the place they’re visiting. While Fiesta takes place in April, the city encourages visitors to embrace the spirit of “Fiesta” and its vibrant history and culture year-round.

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Exclusive Guest Column: How to Transform Events with Local Culture

Smart Meetings

By infusing the local culture of a destination into their events, planners can elevate gatherings, leaving attendees with a deeper appreciation and understanding for the place they’re visiting. While Fiesta takes place in April, the city encourages visitors to embrace the spirit of “Fiesta” and its vibrant history and culture year-round.

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How Canada is Shaking Up F&B Offerings

Smart Meetings

Many Canadian vendors have focused on elevated food and beverage options to stand out in an increasingly competitive global market for meetings and events. Smart Meetings spoke with representatives of Canada’s top vendors about the positive evolution of F&B.

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Hire An AV Company for Your Next Event in 5 Simple Steps

Endless Events

Ideally, your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire. You may want to incorporate some of the biggest event trends, or perhaps you are planning on bringing in a top entertainer. Knowing your budget will allow your vendor to make suggestions that will work best for your goals and your budget.

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Black History Month Highlights Rich Legacy of Contributions to Hospitality

Smart Meetings

.” My passion for international travel has afforded me various opportunities to invite planners to explore events filled with New Orleans’ flavor and culture all while exposing attendees to menu options that they may not have realized meet their budgets. How can the industry do more to promote diversity?

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Balancing Personalization and Profit: A DMC’s Tightrope Walk in the MICE Industry

ADMEI

They want their events to be Instagram-worthy, culturally immersive, and aligned with their values. This frees up budget for other impactful elements, like an unforgettable closing night’s entertainment. Strategic Partnerships : Cultivate relationships with local vendors, which can lead to unique offerings without breaking the bank.