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Navigating SEO for Travel & Tourism Whitepaper

Advanced Travel and Tourism

With SEO for travel and tourism, you can improve your travel website’s visibility, attract more visitors, and drive more bookings and inquiries. Implement the tips we’ve shared here, and your dream of more clients and bookings will become a reality. In a time where everyone is on a search engine and their phones, SEO (search engine optimization) is the key to unlocking your tourism business goals.

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Meetings Industry Controversy After Visit Florida Removal of LGBTQ+ Resources Page

Smart Meetings

DI and Fort Lauderdale encourage supporting local destinations by continuing to bring events When the news came out about the Visit Florida removal of its LGBTQ+ resources page from its site, it sent the media into a tailspin, and in turn, all of us who consume it. What will this change mean for meeting professionals planning events in Florida with help from the nearly 40 CVBs and DMOs throughout the state?

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Navigating SEO for Travel & Tourism Whitepaper

Advanced Travel and Tourism

With SEO for travel and tourism, you can improve your travel website’s visibility, attract more visitors, and drive more bookings and inquiries. Implement the tips we’ve shared here, and your dream of more clients and bookings will become a reality. In a time where everyone is on a search engine and their phones, SEO (search engine optimization) is the key to unlocking your tourism business goals.

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Labor Day Spotlight: The Growing Demand for Specialized Freelance Meeting Planners

Smart Meetings

How the gig economy is impacting the events industry In honor of Labor Day, Smart Meetings chatted with Tracy Judge, founder and CEO of Soundings , to get the latest scoop on the trends currently emerging within the freelance meeting planner gig economy. Tracy Judge, CEO and Founder of Soundings Smart Meetings What are the trends of freelance meeting planner gig workers?

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COVID-19 Travel Consumer Sentiment Study

TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave

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Empowering Latinx Nonprofits in the Fundraising World

Convene by PCMA

‘I decided I’m going to make something … culturally relevant,’ said Armando Zumaya (third from left in front row), who in 2018 founded the professional development organization Somos El Poder to address the disparities he saw within the fundraising community. “As a Latino, it’s hard not to notice what a rarity I am at these events, and even more important, how few representatives from Latinx-focused nonprofits are in attendance,” Armando Zumaya wrote about his experiences attending confere

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Smart Travel: Sri Lanka’s Tourism Industry Booms, American Airlines Fare Sale, Top Travel Startups and More

Smart Meetings

Welcome to Smart Travel, our weekly column where we share our latest tips and tricks to stay up to date on the can’t-miss news in travel. Today, we explore top travel apps and services, can’t-miss pricing for those planning a South American getaway, new international airline routes and more. American Airlines Launches Massive Fare Sale to South American Destinations Have you been dreaming of a sunny incentive program in Colombia, Chile, Peru or another top destination in South America?

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11 Unique Things to Do in San Francisco, CA: Tips from Locals

Redfin

Located in the heart of Northern California, San Francisco is a vibrant city renowned for its iconic landmarks, breathtaking views, and rich cultural landscape. From the stunning Golden Gate Bridge to the eclectic neighborhoods brimming with history, the city offers a captivating experience for residents and visitors alike. Whether you are looking for homes for sale in San Francisco , a house or apartment to rent in the area , we’ve put together a list of some of the most unique things to do in

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In California, Sustainable Events are Possible on Any Size Budget

Convene by PCMA

With 1.8 million square feet of function space, the Anaheim Convention Center reigns as the largest exhibition facility on the West Coast of the U.S. Want to plan a green meeting but still want to stay mindful of the bottom line? Event professionals don’t necessarily need an unlimited budget to make it happen. Instead, one way to address sustainability concerns is to choose a host destination well-versed in designing eco-minded experiences.

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Tourism Development and Social Justice: A Cross-Discipline Approach

Solimar International

What are Cross-discipline Approaches, and Why are They Important? Cross-discipline approaches refer to research or practices involving two or more academic disciplines. Using a cross-discipline approach when exploring tourism and social justice is important, because cross-discipline research: Provides understandings of complex social issues that require various approaches to solve Allows researchers to reach a wider audience and communicate diverse viewpoints Enables researchers to open up new

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Los Líderes del Futuro: PCMA Young Professionals & Universidades en IBTM Americas 2024

Convene by PCMA

Autores: Marcela Torres | Gerente Marketing & Comunicación, PCMA Latam | & Sofía Valencia | Community & Membership Success, PCMA LATAM | La industria de eventos está experimentando una transformación liderada por jóvenes profesionales que aportan nuevas perspectivas y habilidades, y PCMA está comprometido con accionar iniciativas para impulsar la educación, la profesionalización y el desarrollo de nuevos talentos en la industria de eventos en Latinoamérica.

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Evolution of the DMC:Renewing Business Relationships with Deeper Trust, Transparency & Understanding

The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.

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5 tips to incorporate sponsors into your event

MPI

Creating mutually beneficial partnerships with your sponsors is key to a successful event. Check out these tips for incorporating your sponsors into your event.

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La Batalla por la Atención: Cómo las Experiencias Inmersivas Pueden Revitalizar la Industria de Eventos

Convene by PCMA

Autor: Juan Pablo García | Chief Sales Officer , O zum | Soci o PCMA LATAM En la era digital y de las redes sociales, nuestra capacidad de atención está siendo constantemente atacada. Si llegaste hasta aquí, ¡felicidades! Tu atención está funcionando para estar en el momento presente. Con la avalancha interminable de notificaciones, actualizaciones y contenido, mantener la concentración se ha vuelto más difícil que nunca.

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Unique Things to Do in Bakersfield, CA: 8 Must-Do Activities

Redfin

Whether you’re a local looking to discover new activities or thinking about living in Bakersfield, CA , there are numerous unique attractions that will capture your interest. Bakersfield is known for its thriving music scene, agriculture, and the arts, always leaving you entertained and wanting more. Whether you’re looking to buy a house in Bakersfield, CA , or rent an apartment or home in the area , you’ll find plenty of reasons to love this city.

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Five Lessons from 50 years of Conventions in Calgary

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The Calgary TELUS Convention Centre is connected to more than 1,100 hotel rooms and a pedestrian street lined with dining, nightlife, and more. It’s a big year at the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre (CTCC). The first-ever purpose-built convention center in Canada turns 50 years old in 2024. As the venue looks ahead to its next chapter of building connections, the facility also is honoring the five decades of successful events with five key lessons from a history of hosting excellence. 1.