Convene by PCMA
JUNE 26, 2023
Accessibility advocate Rosemarie Rossetti, Ph.D., on Monday leads PCMA EduCon attendees in wheelchairs during an accessibility tour of the venue. (Maggie Simkin/PCMA) The saying “you need to walk a mile in their shoes” couldn’t ring truer — and yet be completely off as a metaphor — when it comes to understanding what it’s like to navigate an event as a person in a wheelchair.
Smart Meetings
JUNE 26, 2023
As the tragic news of the implosion of the submersible craft Titan swept the web, many viral accusations hit the airways essentially faulting a culture that heralds billionaires going on dangerous and thrill-seeking trips. Ever since incentives began there has also been a thrill-seeking, adventure-driven component to them. From extreme team building to incentive trips in far-flung destinations with adventure components, risk-taking incentive travelers are not an unknown commodity in the MICE ind
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Dana Communications
JUNE 20, 2023
Google the definition of pop culture or popular culture. It’s… a lot. Take this one from vocabulary.com : “The music, movies, TV shows, and other media that the majority of people consume are known collectively as pop culture. In the 1970s, pop culture included disco music and Star Wars. Today, pop culture embraces true crime podcasts, memes, and… Star Wars.
Traveler's Q
JUNE 29, 2023
How A Destination Management Company Will Help Your Corporate Event A destination management company (DMC) can help you create a memorable and seamless experience for your guests. When managing guests in a new, foreign location, it is important to have a well-planned strategy in place. DMCs are seasoned professionals who have extensive knowledge of the local cultures, traditions, and customs.
Join us and connect with experts at the 3rd International Conference on Heart and Cardiovascular Diseases”, scheduled on May 05-06, 2025 in Dubai, UAE with the theme of “Novel Progression Towards the Heart and Cardiovascular Research”.
Advanced Travel and Tourism
JUNE 27, 2023
You may have seen our webinar in partnership with STS in November of 2022, but as we all know GA4 is evolving and we are all learning a little bit more every day. Learn the most up to date information on GA4, and how you can ‘Wow’ your team and stakeholders with new and informative data that showcases users behavior on your site. There are actionable takeaways for your organization to use on a day-to-day basis.
Motivation Excellence
JUNE 22, 2023
Forey Erickson is a Travel Program Manager out of our Traverse City, Michigan office, and she definitely embodies the “Pure Michigan” vibe! Read more about her below and watch a short video to learn about her favorite travel destination and why she’s making a move in 2023. Thanks Forey for sharing your awesome work ethic and laid back attitude! What’s your current title and how long have you been in the incentive industry?
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Smart Meetings
JUNE 6, 2023
Creating a safe, friendly and memorable event Forging a safe and engaging space can be a tall order for some meeting planners, but there is a road map to creating an inspiring event that will continuously drive engagement for your current and future events. To get the low-down on event engagement Smart Meetings chatted with Amanda Lea Kaiser, speaker, engagement strategist and author of “ Elevating Engagement: Uncommon Strategies for Creating a Thriving Member Community. ” Progressiv
Dana Communications
JUNE 6, 2023
Educational travel is an unforgettable and immersive way to learn something first-hand while exploring new and exciting places. Think: adult (or family) field trips ANYWHERE you want to go, learning about ANYTHING you want to know. Academic adventures are all the rage. In 2023, tourists are projected to be more selective in their spending since the passion for post-pandemic revenge travel has begun to wane and personal growth and knowledge are increasingly considered valuable expenditures.
Social Tables
JUNE 1, 2023
Professional event planners and marketers know that there is no one-size-fits all strategy for successful event marketing. Marketers are tasked with reaching members of their target audience, enticing them to register for an event, and continuing communications all the way up to the event to encourage attendance. To tackle all of their objectives, event professionals rely on a multitude of event marketing ideas to connect with attendees before, during, and after events.
Advanced Travel and Tourism
JUNE 5, 2023
Drive More Visitors with Value Based Marketing Millennials are currently the largest generation of travel spenders, with 33% of these 27–42-year-olds (as of 2023) willing to spend at least $5,000 on a vacation. Millennials also travel the most of any other demographic, with an average of 35 days per year spent traveling for business and pleasure. Many in the millennial segment identify with value based marketing and engage deeper with campaigns that embrace these themes.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Motivation Excellence
JUNE 21, 2023
So much goes into self-esteem. There are external influences like how others perceive and treat you. And internal factors like confidence and self-awareness. Some people just seem gifted with healthy self-esteem, while others scream conceit or whisper inferiority. There are definitely steps you can take to balance this often emotionally tied characteristic.
Endless Events
JUNE 5, 2023
The events industry is a melting pot of talent and diverse backgrounds, with event professionals bringing rich experiences and unique perspectives to the field. It’s not uncommon to find professionals holding degrees in business, communications, or marketing, complementing others with a foundation in hospitality or years of experience in related industries.
Smart Meetings
JUNE 14, 2023
How You Look May Be Affecting How Often You Travel for Business The SAP Concur Global Business Travel Survey has published its fifth year of findings with an astonishing report that nearly two-thirds of global business travelers feel they haven’t had “equal opportunity to travel for business compared to their coworkers, and they attribute this primarily to their age, accent or gender.
Traveler's Q
JUNE 29, 2023
When managing guests in a foreign location, it is important to have a well-planned strategy in place. A destination management company (DMC) can help you in creating a memorable and seamless experience for your guests. DMCs are seasoned professionals who have extensive knowledge of the local culture, traditions, and customs. They specialize in providing a range of services that include transportation, accommodation, dining, entertainment, and team-building activities.
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
ADMEI
JUNE 14, 2023
ADMEI and Destinations International Partner for Collaboration and Education Wimberley, TX (June 14, 2023) - Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI), a membership association for Destination Management Companies (DMCs) and premier resource for education, standards, and practices within the Destination Management industry announced a partnership with Destinations International, the world’s largest resource for official destination organizations and convention and v
Advanced Travel and Tourism
JUNE 5, 2023
GA4 With Google Analytics 4 over two years old, Google is finally ready to sunset Universal Analytics later this year. As the predominant way to analyze website traffic and behavior, it is imperative that DMOs and travel websites switch their accounts over to GA4. In addition to UA soon being unsupported and unworkable, there’s a host of benefits that come from switching to GA4.
Special Events
JUNE 5, 2023
LGBTQIA+ inclusivity content for planners from SE throughout the years
Convene by PCMA
JUNE 16, 2023
One way to plan an event with empathy is to consider meeting in a vibrant destination where attendees could bring their families and stay for a vacation after the event. If you missed the first two parts of our interview with future of work experts and The Empathy Advantage: Leading the Empowered Workforce authors Heather E. McGowan and Chris Shipley, you can catch up here: Part 1: ‘ It’s About Having Empathy All the Way Around ’ Part 2: ‘ Does Leading With Empathy Mean You’re a Pushover?
Smart Meetings
JUNE 26, 2023
A noise-free, colorful, engaging performance BBQ. Hot dogs. Fireworks. All are staples of the traditional American July 4th celebration as the U.S. collectively celebrates the freedom gained by our forefathers. While it is hard to re-invent classic 4th of July food, fireworks are a different story. While some could make the case that fireworks are essential for Fourth of July festivities, there are other factors to consider.
Traveler's Q
JUNE 22, 2023
The Comprehensive Guide to Travel Management for Corporate Events Travel management is a crucial aspect of any business. It doesn’t matter if we refer to corporate or event travel. In today’s globalized world, businesses are continuously expanding their operations. Doing so often translates into frequent travel for their employees. Proper travel management is essential to ensure that business travel runs efficiently and smoothly.
MeetingsNet
JUNE 27, 2023
Be prepared for how deposits, billing, rebooking, concessions, and more are being handled by meeting properties today. This excerpt from “ What to Know About Event Sourcing: Part 1 ” is reprinted with permission from the Meetings & Incentives Worldwide blog. Hotel contracts have changed, and you can’t assume common pre-pandemic terms still apply.
Advanced Travel and Tourism
JUNE 5, 2023
With Google Analytics 4 over two years old, Google is finally ready to sunset Universal Analytics later this year. As the predominant way to analyze website traffic and behavior, it is imperative that DMOs and travel websites switch their accounts over to GA4. In addition to UA soon being unsupported and unworkable, there’s a host of benefits that come from switching to GA4.
Eventtia
JUNE 8, 2023
Event management. It’s a phrase that gets thrown around a lot, but beyond the literal meaning of just managing events, what exactly does it entail? And more significantly, how can it be used in events? Every type of event requires a unique set of skills and know-how that will help you to mitigate the chaos and run smooth, engaging events for your attendees.
Convene by PCMA
JUNE 12, 2023
Olympic track-and-field medalist Allyson Felix related her advocacy of contract protections for pregnant athletes to equal employment opportunities for all women during Convening Leaders 2023. Only 1 percent of respondents to a Freeman survey said they preferred celebrity speakers to those who had something relevant to say to their groups. (Whatever Media Group) Event organizers who are considering straining their budgets to hire celebrity speakers — or who feel pressure to do so — may want to t
Smart Meetings
JUNE 28, 2023
Forgotten suitcases and repurposing, reclaiming and recycling the unknown items Not only is Unclaimed Baggage one of Alabama’s main tourist attractions, it is a practical, logical and sustainable business dedicated to reclaiming, repurposing and recycling the items that have been abandoned by people as they exit their destination or home base airport without their luggage and do not take the steps to recover their belongings for more than 90 days.
Traveler's Q
JUNE 15, 2023
Traveling is one of life’s greatest pleasures, but it can also be challenging to maintain a healthy routine when you’re on the road. From indulging in rich foods to sitting for long hours on planes, staying healthy while traveling requires intentional effort. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to keep your mind and body in top-notch shape while exploring the world.
MeetingsNet
JUNE 1, 2023
A significant percentage of meeting professionals say the NAACP’s advisory will be a factor in site selection. Close to 40 percent of meeting professionals responding to a recent MeetingsNet survey say that recent travel advisories issued for Florida by the NAACP and other organizations make their organization less likely to book events in that state.
Special Events
JUNE 28, 2023
A quick guide to creating queer-friendly wedding spaces
Tourism Tiger
JUNE 23, 2023
Read about our list of essential keys to improve your sales by making your content stand out from your competitors, and get website visitors booking your tours.
Travel Daily Media
JUNE 7, 2023
The post Thailand celebrates sensational rainbow phenomenon with “Pride for All” campaign at Central World appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Over 500 LGBTQIAN+ joining a Parade of Rainbow Flags – symbolizing equality to reflect Central World as a space that embraces diversity that accepts all differences and promotes equality.
Smart Meetings
JUNE 29, 2023
How to kick up the empathy and excitement-quotient at events Smart Meetings Extraordinary Texas Event at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa in Austin brought leadership strategies, technology innovations, experiential gifting and fun F&B ideas from the award-winning magazine to life for three days and we are sharing the aha moments with you. Lead with Understanding: Coach and speaker Vera Jones shared the secrets for empathetic leadership.
Traveler's Q
JUNE 15, 2023
How To Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle While Traveling It can also be challenging to maintain a healthy routine when you’re on the road. Traveling is one of life’s greatest pleasures. From indulging in foreign foods to sitting for long hours on planes, staying healthy while traveling requires intentional effort. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to keep your mind and body in top-notch shape while exploring the world.
Advanced Travel and Tourism
JUNE 27, 2023
You may have seen our webinar in partnership with STS in November of 2022, but as we all know GA4 is evolving and we are all learning a little bit more every day. Learn the most up to date information on GA4, and how you can ‘Wow’ your team and stakeholders with new and informative data that showcases users behavior on your site. There are actionable takeaways for your organization to use on a day-to-day basis.
Special Events
JUNE 22, 2023
Google will convert from Universal Analytics to GA4 on July 1, 2023
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