Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Gary Murakami, CMP, saw his mother work in hotels throughout his childhood. “[She] had a passion and love for the industry,” he says, which carried through to him. “Her dedication and appreciation for the connections with guests and co-workers and the career opportunities hospitality provided for an immigrant coming to the U.S. with a minimal command of English inspired me to pursue a career in the industry also.
Advanced Travel and Tourism
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Every year in digital marketing presents unique challenges and trends, but an election year takes the complexity to a whole new level. As the political landscape transforms, the effects ripple across various sectors, including digital advertising. In this survival guide, we explore the nuances of digital marketing in an election year, specifically focusing on the landscape of 2024.
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Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
“Know whom you know” is not just a double entendre but is also the title of my next book. You might ask, “What does this have to do with meeting planners?” As professionals who are entrusted with creating meaningful and productive events, ones that your attendees will talk to colleagues about and benefit from for many years to come (and from whom you will likely get repeat business), you may think you already “know whom you know” but I want to provide you a few strategies that have worked for me
Traveler's Q
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Are you looking for the ideal destination to enjoy a memorable romantic getaway with your special someone? Look no further than California and Florida! These two sunny states offer a wealth of options to suit every budget and taste, from luxury spa resorts to budget-friendly love nests tucked away in quiet corners. Whether you prefer exploring the great outdoors, relaxing on the beaches, or indulging in delicious food and drink, California and Florida have got you covered.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Forget quiet luxury, Las Vegas goes big on experiences and a quartet of new entries to the venue menu prove the point. From new dining and entertainment options to upgraded meeting space and world-class sports infrastructure, the Smart Meetings team toured the latest and greatest while in town for Preview Las Vegas 2024 and sent back highlights to add to your next site visit.
Advanced Travel and Tourism
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Every year, digital marketing presents unique challenges and trends, but an election year takes the complexity to a whole new level. As the political landscape transforms, the effects ripple across various sectors, including digital advertising. In this survival guide, we explore the nuances of digital marketing in an election year, specifically focusing on the landscape of 2024.
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Advanced Travel and Tourism
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Every year in digital marketing presents unique challenges and trends, but an election year takes the complexity to a whole new level. As the political landscape transforms, the effects ripple across various sectors, including digital advertising. In this survival guide, we explore the nuances of digital marketing in an election year, specifically focusing on the landscape of 2024.
Convene by PCMA
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
“Men are the champions of overtalking — and talking over,” Lyons writes in his book. If men learn to listen instead, the event experiences for women are likely to improve. (Illustration by Ellen Weinstein) Dan Lyons is a New York Times bestselling author who has spent much of his career covering technology for Forbes and Newsweek. He’s also “an inveterate overtalker, which has cost me dearly,” he writes in STFU: The Power of Keeping Your Mouth Shut in an Endlessly Noisy World.
MPI
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
This article explores essential strategies to help PCOs maintain order and their finances to their finances to orchestrate unforgettable conferences.
MeetingsNet
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Planners foresee more meetings and more attendees per meeting—but also big cost increases in certain areas that will force them to change tactics. The latest research from Knowland, a meetings-data provider for the hospitality industry, and third-party planning firm ConferenceDirect finds that 42 percent of planners expect to coordinate even more meetings than they did in 2023, when many organizations held a greater number of meetings than usual to make up for those postponed during the Covid pa
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Convene by PCMA
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Structured listening activities, including listening circles, helped International Listening Convention (ILA) participants feel heard — and improved their listening skills. Facing the context of unrest in certain parts of the globe and challenges like AI, the need for sustaining best listening practices and working out better solutions for “a sustainable future is more important now than ever before,” reads a message promoting the 45th International Listening Convention (ILA), June 12-16, 2024,
Redfin
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado is a state that offers an unparalleled quality of life. With its breathtaking natural landscapes, vibrant cities, and thriving economy, Colorado is where adventure and opportunity intersect. Whether you’re exploring the bustling streets of Denver or enjoying the small-town charm of Fort Collins , there’s something for everyone in the Centennial State.
EHL Insights
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
To thrive in the hospitality industry, businesses must continuously improve their offer to adapt to industry trends and guests' evolving preferences. Achieving this requires a highly adaptive organization with a culture of continuous improvement that fosters adaptability, innovation and an openness to transformation. While building an improvement culture isn’t easy, organizations can achieve it through commitment, effective leadership and robust management practices that focus on transforming mi
Convene by PCMA
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Active listening is “a lot of work,” says author Dan Lyons in his new book, STFU: The Power of Keeping Your Mouth Shut in an Endlessly Noisy World. “Shutting up should be the easiest thing in the world,” Dan Lyons writes in his book, STFU: The Power of Keeping Your Mouth Shut in an Endlessly Noisy World. “All you have do is nothing, right? But, in fact, not talking requires a lot of concentration.
EHL Insights
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
How do you maintain peak performance amidst the rapid pace of the hotel industry? One crucial aspect of maintaining excellence and competitiveness is ensuring that your staff is well-trained and equipped with the right skills. However, hotels often face the dilemma of choosing between in-house training and external training programs. Both options have their pros and cons, and making the right choice can significantly impact your hotel's success.
Convene by PCMA
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
This article and those listed below are part of Convene ’s January/February 2024 issue. Find the turn-page versions of this and past issues at in our digital library. Illustrations by Ellen Weinstein Sound expert Julian Treasure gave two TED Talks: “How to Speak so That People Want to Listen” and “5 Ways to Listen Better.” With more than 57 million views, the speaking better talk is the sixth-most-viewed TED Talk of all time — the listening better talk, on the other hand, has 80 percent fewer vi
Global DMC Alliance
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Visit Torres del Paine in Chilean Patagonia on a site visit!What a wonderful place! The puma-watching excursion is something special!
Special Events
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Get inspired from this event company's take on a jungle theme
Redfin
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
When it comes to California , there’s no denying the diverse and vibrant energy that fills the state. From the bustling streets of Los Angeles to the laid-back vibes of San Diego , California offers something for everyone. With a population of nearly 40 million, the Golden State is a melting pot of cultures, cuisines, and lifestyles. Whether you’re drawn to the tech hubs or the iconic landmarks, California’s unique charm and endless opportunities make it an exciting place t
Convene by PCMA
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
“If I’m sitting here planning my response while you’re speaking, then I’m not really listening to you,” listening coach and educator Sandra Bodin-Lerner says. (Illustration by Ellen Weinstein) “Listening is part of everybody’s job — it’s just not on people’s consciousness,” said Sandra Bodin-Lerner. Seven years ago, this public speaking coach and communications professor set out to change that, at least on New Jersey’s Kean University campus: She introduced a full semester course on listening.
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