Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

It’s always something , as Gilda Radner playing Roseanne Roseannadanna used to moan on “Saturday Night Live.” Meeting professionals can relate. In recent weeks, that “something” is labor strikes in two industries heavily relied on for successful events—hotels and aircraft. The Situation, in Brief This week, thousands more hotel workers in the U.S. have gone on strike as talks between the Unite Here labor union and major hotel companies over pandemic-era cuts and pay remain stalled.

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Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The setting of your event plays a crucial role in creating a luxurious atmosphere. Choosing the right venue is essential to establishing the desired mood and making your event memorable. High-end venues offer unique settings that enhance the luxury feel, providing the perfect backdrop for upscale gatherings. Picking the Right Place The location sets the tone for your event, and finding the perfect spot is key.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Meeting and event planners have a unique opportunity to create immersive experiences that go beyond just logistics and schedules. 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. In San Antonio, we host the annual Fiesta celebration each year as a testament to the city’s heritage.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The post IAPCO launches ‘Unlocking Excellence’ campaign appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) has launched a new advocacy campaign, ‘IAPCO: Unlocking Excellence’ designed to enhance the quality and professionalism of event and congress organisation globally.

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

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Meet Boricua brought culture and heart into El Conquistador Resort ballroom Smart Meetings Leadership Experience at El Conquistador Resort in Puerto Rico set the stage for top meeting professionals to make new connections to improve their effectiveness—and add some spice to their programs. Over three days, attendees danced, tasted and laughed their way through one of the top resorts in the world.

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MTI Events

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

An incentive trip vacation should always be an excuse to enjoy a lavish business getaway. Instead, incentive trips — especially when connected with premier destinations like incentive trips to Mexico – are a potent tool businesses of every size and industry can use to motivate, reward, and ultimately retain high-performing employees.

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MTI Events

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

An incentive trip vacation should always be an excuse to enjoy a lavish business getaway. Instead, incentive trips — especially when connected with premier destinations like incentive trips to Mexico – are a potent tool businesses of every size and industry can use to motivate, reward, and ultimately retain high-performing employees.

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InEvent

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Event organizers are expected to manage everything from large-scale conferences to intimate workshops, and there’s usually no room for error. But here’s the pressing question: Are you using the right tools to make your next event successful? With more demands being placed on hybrid and virtual events, traditional methods no longer cut it. In fact, … Post Top 7 Event Planning Tools for Every Event Professional in 2024 showed as first in InEvent.

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Redfin

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

As the leaves begin to change and the breeze sweeps through the air, Madison , Wisconsin’s autumn colors and cozy experiences offer something for everyone. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, there’s no shortage of fall activities to embrace the season. As Casey Thompson owner of Fair Trade Coffee House says about the fall things to do in Madison, WI: “Downtown Madison is bustling with downtown residents, students, and visitors from all over.

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Special Events

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Event pros share their favorite podcasts from industry experts

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

MPI

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

MPI's European Meetings & Events Conference Returns to Türkiye for the First Time Since 2014

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