Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Motivating the next generation of incentive travel winners will require a completely fresh approach, according to a new Leadership InSITEs study from SITE Foundation. That could translate into appealing to their own culture or ethnicity to make the experience extremely personal to them. In an exclusive Smart Chat Live!

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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. Appreciation of the Value of F2F.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 26, 2024

6 tips for budget-friendly, memorable rewards programs that are easy on the meeting prof Smart Meetings Vice President JT Long sat down with Melissa Moten, vice president of experience and event solutions at The Collective by BCD M&E, to discuss some key elements of planning a smooth and successful incentive trip. They have a great time.

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Motivation Excellence

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

What is Incentive Travel? Incentive travel is an important subset of the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry. Now, it’s all about non-monetary incentives, and the predictions for 2020 by the Incentive Revenue Foundation (IRF) support that idea.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Travelers are ready for culture shock that will push them out of their quarantine suppression as well as out of their comfort zone. Book a trip for meetings or incentives at the remote Mandarin Oriental Canouan. Corporate retreats and incentive trips are focused on recentering and self-care for their team members.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Sustainability Is Part of the Plan. To facilitate an even deeper level of immersion, make sure your sessions have definite time frames and tangible incentives. This means providing for diversity in every aspect, from serving culturally-conscious food to providing restrooms for the whole gender spectrum. Saving on WiFi Costs.

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 25, 2023

The post New Zealand business events sector on track for sustainable growth appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The critical decision point for choosing an incentive destination is hospitality, we want the absolute best. “The We know our clients will be embraced by hospitality and immersed in Māori culture.

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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. The hotel has a strong commitment to sustainability through its Gold DEHOGA sustainability certification.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 12, 2024

Lynn Willison and Rachel Englander Lynn Willison (left) and Rachel Englander (right), The Hutton Group – Inspired Meetings & Events The Hutton Group – Inspired Meetings & Events , a woman-owned and -operated boutique meeting and incentive planning company, brings in two new team members.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

With up to 60 live events planned each day, it will be an incredible experience for explorers, foodies and culture enthusiasts, young people, entrepreneurs, thought-leaders, businesses and government representatives,” Nagdev said. The theme for the 182-day spectacle starting Oct. The capital expenditure was $25 billion AED.

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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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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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ITA Group

MAY 18, 2021

6 Ways to Change Your Work Culture. For organizations seeking to become more agile and innovative, culture change is often a must. But creating and sustaining the long-term adjustments that come with change is often the most challenging part of the transformation. But culture change can’t be achieved through a mandate.

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Skift Meetings

JANUARY 11, 2024

Skift Take: Today’s incentive travelers want more than just a free trip — they demand deep, meaningful experiences that are good for the planet and food for the soul. Here are three ways incentive destinations can help travelers connect not just with each other but also with their purpose and place in the world.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 13, 2022

“In 2019, I had more airtime than most pilots,” Feldman said, articulating how he learned invaluable lessons in facilitating inclusion through interacting with people from different cultures. Download “Pathways to Clarity” a joint IMEX, Smart Meetings White Paper outlining the state of the meetings industry. .

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One10 Marketing

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Because of this, your incentive and recognition strategy must change, too. Before 2020, the incentive travel industry was growing, which was music to our ears. It was growing to the tune of $78 billion dollars, which is how much the incentive travel industry has contributed to the economy. This is due to a variety of reasons.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Encore Global hosted “Break Free, a journey of transformation” which invited guests to take part in an interactive survey focused on the sustainability efforts at IMEX while touching all the senses in a dramatic LED-enhanced space. IMEX2022 #meetings #meetsmart #CSR pic.twitter.com/NKJ84OXuu9. pic.twitter.com/dD39yCSkL3. —

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Hoshino Resorts and Japan Airlines Team Up to Attract Tourists Japan Airlines and Hoshino Resorts have partnered to launch a new sustainable tourism campaign , “All-Time Favorite vs. Hidden Gems,” which aims to attract visitors to Japan’s less-trodden locales.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 9, 2024

Refresh your Spanish for tropical incentive travel in 2024 The New Year brings the promise of winter ending, flowers blooming, the sun shining and warmer weather. Tropical locations offer beautiful beaches with luxury all-inclusive resorts for executive retreats and incentives, but travelers are now wanting something more.

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inVOYAGE

JANUARY 5, 2023

Incentive travel continues to be an incredibly powerful motivation for eligible employees but as the climate continues to change and the need for companies to reduce their carbon footprint grows, it’s become increasingly important for event planners to combine environmental responsibility with creativity.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2023

And Brian Parsely is returning to share new ways to energize cultures with behavioral science and improve communication. EIC People & Planet Theater will host short-form content around sustainability and EDI case studies. We don’t know what’s going to happen and that’s what I love about it,” Endean said.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Sustainability Takes Center Stage Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) is the umbrella organization that hosts the Net Zero Carbon Events Initiative (NZCE). Our raison d’être is to drive, in our sector, the value of sustainability in the business events industry,” said James Rees, president of JMIC. Measure and share impact.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

The post Business Events Perth showcases its sustainability initiatives at AIME 2024 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Business Events Perth has announced its latest sustainability initiatives at the Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) 2024, held in Melbourne from February 23 to 25.

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Solimar International

JULY 19, 2023

Green Investments in Tourism: Unlocking Opportunities and Experiences for Sustainable Growth (World Tourism Day 2023) Green investments in the tourism industry are crucial as we move farther away from the pandemic, as many consumer preferences have shifted to become more eco-friendly. Future-proof investment strategies.

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Achieve Incentives

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In the corporate world, nearly every day we hear the buzzwords “social impact,” “corporate social responsibility,” “sustainability,” and “environmental, social, governance (ESG).” Tourism is a force that has the potential to shape communities, economies, and cultures. Let’s take a closer look. What is social impact in tourism?

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Brightspot Incentive Events

DECEMBER 13, 2024

When you think of hosting your meeting or incentive trip in Dubai, what comes to mind? The diversity of culture, people, and experiences makes it one of the most extraordinary places Ive ever encountered. Is it technological marvels or architectural wonders like the worlds tallest building and a man-made palm-shaped island?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Other options for infusing local cultural mindfulness during breaks include sound healing at Hilton Los Cabos and traditional Hawaiian blessings at Hilton Hawaiian Village.” For some people CSR and sustainability are priorities. They are world’s oldest living culture at 65,000 years. What do people see as worthwhile?

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inVOYAGE

JUNE 19, 2024

Planning an incentive in Monaco? Show your top clients a new side to Monaco’s luxury high life with an incentive that beats right at the heart of the destination, telling a story of innovation, sustainability, and local heritage. Incentives here offer a chance to rally behind a region-wide initiative.

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 6, 2023

The post International event takes Australia’s cultural heritage to the global stage appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. It will also foster understanding of how conservation of heritage places is part of building resilient communities and ensuring the sustainability of the world’s scarce resources,” Prof Ireland added.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 22, 2024

Two recent surveys reveal sustainability initiatives to be a lower priority among planners. Perhaps part of the reason why sustainability seems to be a nice-to-have — rather than need-to-have — element of incentive travel could be the other “storm clouds” hovering over incentive event organizers. and Europe.”

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 9, 2023

The post Seafood, shanties and sustainability at Whitby’s Fish & Ships Festival 20 & 21 May 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The post Seafood, shanties and sustainability at Whitby’s Fish & Ships Festival 20 & 21 May 2023 appeared first on Travel Daily.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 8, 2023

The post Building Bridges to a Sustainable Future: The 2023 WTTC Global Summit appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. “It’s an unparalleled opportunity to be at the forefront of shaping a sector that is not only resilient but is also committed to the principles of sustainability and inclusivity.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 20, 2024

Corporate travel is entering a new era with changing policies that incorporate and prioritize employee wellness, modern technology and sustainability. A company that doesn’t have a physical office, but need the occasional employee gathering might put aside a budget for off-sites and work culture experiences, for example.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

The post Marriott International: Leading the Way in Sustainable Travel and Event Planning appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Sustainability is at the forefront of all 47 hotels in the APAC region, focusing on using sustainably sourced food and materials and locally sourced produce.

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ITA Group

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Incentive Program Ideas for Insurance CSRs. When you think about how much these roles touch, it’s amazing more incentives aren’t targeted towards these people. All these behaviors pose great opportunities for incentives. The best way to build an effective CSR incentive program is to first consider how CSRs are motivated.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Its no wonder that this group incentive travel destination is Cvents #1 sourced destination in the regions of the Middle East and all of Africa. This time, we focus on how to best structure a group meeting or incentive travel program for this fabulous city. Brightspot is here to help with some of our top recommendations.

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inVOYAGE

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

From breathtaking coastal retreats to iconic city landmarks, IHG Hotels & Resorts have just landed an impressive new lineup of luxury properties around the globe with plenty of exciting new opportunities for the incentives industry.

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