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How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected

ADMEI

Identifying and understanding risks is crucial for the success of any program, and risk management should be a part of the overall program guidelines, along with research, planning, budgeting, and evaluation, according to the Best Practices in Destination Management. Post on your social media channels if appropriate.

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Gen Z Travel Trends: Why Destinations Should Cater to a New Generation

Solimar International

It’s in the best interest of destination management organizations (DMOs) to frequently engage in tourism planning , and to consistently navigate changing trends and adjust to new demographics. As we prepare for the changes to come in 2024, let’s take a look at how Gen Z travel trends are shaking up the tourism industry.

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Destinations International Rising Stars Share Their Covid Lessons

Smart Meetings

It should be a perpetual pillar in any destination management organization. As part of my new strategy, I’m now mapping out multiple scenarios for strategic sales and marketing plans that are aligned with key re-opening indicators, since regulations, policies and restrictions are subject to rapid change.

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Experiential Travel Explained: Players, Distribution Landscape, and Opportunities

AltexSoft Travel

Destination management companies: contracting local experiences. Destination management companies or DMCs are similar to tour operators in a sense that they also organize the travel itinerary, create packages, and usually work with multiple suppliers to make all the necessary arrangements. Distribution.

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Vacation Rental Management Company: Business Model and Growth Strategies Overview

AltexSoft Travel

Property distribution – they build their own booking websites to drive direct reservations and create listings on various booking platforms (such as Airbnb, Vrbo, or Booking.com) and social media. 70 percent of the 200 most popular cities for vacation rentals have hosting restrictions or certain regulations. Local legislation.

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What does it mean to be a sustainable traveler in 2023?

Solimar International

Below you will find our top considerations to making more well-informed choices during the planning process and while at your destination. . Seek out information from a Destination Management Organization (DMO). One such way is by looking for a Destination Management Organization (DMO) in the destination you plan to visit.

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The Ultimate List of Conferences to Attend in 2023

Stova

But some areas and individuals aren’t quite prepared to return to a large-scale, fully in-person conference. Suppose you want to be educated on the standards and best practices in the Destination Management industry. If you want to meet and hear from the rising stars in social, SMW is where you want to be.