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European destinations to strengthen crisis preparedness strategies

ETC Corporate

European Travel Commission releases a major study analysing the impacts of and lessons learned from crises on tourism in Europe and presenting effective crisis management strategies The European Travel Commission (ETC) has released a comprehensive report titled ‘Crises in Tourism: Impacts and Lessons from European Destinations,’ which highlights the increasing frequency and severity of crises… Source

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Meet at the Movies

Smart Meetings

From screen to scene, elevate your next event Finding the perfect meeting space is a process. Planners looking for a unique space that checks the appropriate boxes but also offers attendees a different experience may want to explore their local movie theater as a possible location. To get a better sense of what is possible when you host your event at the movies, Smart Meetings took a look at Galaxy Theatres Grandscape in The Colony, Texas, and chatted with Frank Rimkus, CEO of Galaxy Theatres ,

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‘The Only Skill That Most of Us Need Is Curiosity’

Convene by PCMA

We gave AI tool Midjourney the following prompt — “event planner in conference center looks directly at camera” — and it gave us these four male images. A year ago, Convene tested the extent to which the generative AI image tool Midjourney can help business event professionals imagine the future of event spaces. Since then, Midjourney has launched an updated version, and I wanted to see if it would have different results when repeating the experiment.

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International visitor numbers to Vietnam grew to10 million in the first 7 months of 2024, a 51% increase vis-à-vis 2023: Nguyen Van Dung

Travel Daily Media

The post International visitor numbers to Vietnam grew to10 million in the first 7 months of 2024, a 51% increase vis-à-vis 2023: Nguyen Van Dung appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The 18th International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC 2024) officially opened today, on 5 September, 2024, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

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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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Who Pays the Real Estate Agent Commission?

Redfin

Are you buying or selling a home? Then you might be wondering: “Who pays the real estate agent?” Traditionally, this cost has been shouldered by the seller, but recent changes have brought new dynamics into play. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) and Multiple Listing Service (MLS) have implemented new rules about how real estate agents communicate about real estate fees.

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Shelby Candrea | PCMA Member Spotlight

Convene by PCMA

Get to know PCMA Member Shelby Candrea, Meetings Manager, ASTM International What initially led you to becoming involved with PCMA? I had been working in Special Events but had not heard of PCMA. When I decided to move closer to my family and was looking for a job, an industry colleague and friend, Meg Fasy, brought me to my first PCMA PHL event, encouraging me to network.

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People on the Move

Convene by PCMA

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Jeff Toscano Jeff Toscano has been named chief executive officer of Aspen Hospitality, effective Sept. 16. An experienced leader in the hospitality sector, Toscano has served in executive capacities at Hyatt Hotels, Davidson Hotels & Resorts, Two Roads Hospitality, Denihan Hospitality Group, and Starwood Hotels & Resorts.

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How to Enter the Gala Awards and Win

Special Events

If a beautiful Gala Award trophy is missing from your life, it's time to fix that problem. Submission deadline is September 15!

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News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas

Convene by PCMA

Looking for ways to do your job better — or for the latest trends in the world of work? Here’s a roundup of career-related stories selected by the editors of Convene. Badly Needed New Framework for “Bring Your Whole Self” to Work Workers and managers alike struggle to balance calls to “Bring your whole self to work” with expectations of workplace professionalism and maintaining boundaries between work and personal lives.

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How to Get the Best Mortgage Rate

Redfin

Securing the best mortgage rate is a crucial step in the home-buying process, as it can significantly impact your monthly payments and the total cost of your home over time. A lower interest rate can save you tens of thousands of dollars, but securing that rate can feel like a challenging process. So, if you’re wondering how to get the best mortgage rate, this guide will provide you with actionable steps to help you seize the most competitive rate possible, so you can buy a home with confi

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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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Essential insights into hospitality investment strategies

EHL Insights

If you’re an entrepreneur, seasoned investor, or work in hospitality and have some money to spare, you might wonder whether investing in the hospitality industry could be a lucrative strategy.

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How Much Does it Cost to Refinance a Mortgage?

Redfin

Refinancing your mortgage can be a strategic move to either lower your monthly payments, shorten your loan term, or tap into your home’s equity. However, did you know refinancing a mortgage can cost you? Now that you’re wondering, “How much does it cost to refinance a mortgage?” the short answer is, “It depends.” We’ll cover the long answer in this article.

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Transforming Events Worldwide: Pedro Góes Shares InEvent’s Vision

InEvent

Pedro Góes, CEO of InEvent, shares how a group of Latino engineers identified a significant gap in the event technology market, leading to the founding of InEvent. What began as a bold idea in Silicon Valley has now transformed into a global enterprise, revolutionizing how events are managed and experienced across industries. Learn more in his … Post Transforming Events Worldwide: Pedro Góes Shares InEvent’s Vision showed as first in InEvent.

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Transforming Events Worldwide: Pedro Góes Shares InEvent’s Vision

InEvent

Pedro Góes, CEO of InEvent, shares how a group of Latino engineers identified a significant gap in the event technology market, leading to the founding of InEvent. What began as a bold idea in Silicon Valley has now transformed into a global enterprise, revolutionizing how events are managed and experienced across industries. Learn more in his … Post Transforming Events Worldwide: Pedro Góes Shares InEvent’s Vision showed as first in InEvent.