Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Why free time, authenticity and immersion are redefining program inclusions What are the latest trends emerging for incentive travel 2025 and beyond? Smart Meetings sat down with Annette Gregg, CEO of SITE and SITE Foundation, to explore the trends among budget, program inclusion, coming challenges and destination selection for the coming year, courtesy of the Incentive Travel Index Survey Results from SITE Foundation.

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The MICE Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Rotterdam has established itself as a premier destination for sustainable events, earning international recognition from Arcadis. The city’s innovative approaches to climate resilience and practical, forward-thinking solutions make it a top choice for events that aim to create lasting impact. Practical approach to sustainability and resilience I was in Rotterdam to attend Urban Future 2024 and spoke to Chantal Zeegers, Vice Mayor responsible for climate, construction, and housing.

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Pádraic Gilligan

DECEMBER 18, 2024

by Pdraic Gilligan, Chief Marketing Officer, SITE & Founder, SoolNua Movies and Tourism When I worked as an Italian-speaking tour guide in Ireland in the late ’80s and early ’90s, one of my set-piece commentaries was on movies shot in Ireland. I would mention The Quiet Man (1952, starring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara), Un. Read more » The post A story for (Last) Christmas from Switzerland appeared first on padraicino.

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EHL Insights

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Destinations in the North such as Iceland, Finland, Norway have become more popular in the recent years. Instead of picking tropical each getaways, some tourists prefer to travel to cold places in the winter months. What is there to it to the cold is the new hot travel tendency of some tourists? Digital communication and Marketing expert Dr. Alessandro Inversini and Lionel Saul , research assistant at EHL, and Urs Binggeli , Senior travel expert at McKinsey, weigh in on the motivations and reaso

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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

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The ways in which health and wellness fit into the events industry continue to evolve. In the past few years, there has been a major shift from wellness being simply about a good spa day (though, who could say no to that?) to prioritizing the day-to-day well-being of people. The past years health and wellness stories have focused on matters of growing concern, from neurodiversity and accessibility to how people can build their sense of happiness in work as well as in life.

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Redfin

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Considering moving to South Carolina ? The state offers a dynamic economy with opportunities across various thriving industries. Whether you’re looking at homes for sale in Charleston or apartments in Greenville , South Carolina provides plenty of choices. With its beautiful coastal cities, rich culture, and expanding job market, its an attractive destination.

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EHL Insights

DECEMBER 19, 2024

You need certain skills to successfully lead a team and become a respected manager in any field. Being inspirational, having excellent technical knowledge, and being someone who could get things done used to be prerequisites, but now what it means to be a good manager is changing.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 18, 2024

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Meeting Package

DECEMBER 20, 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, MeetingPackage stands at the forefront of the meetings and events industry, reflecting on a year marked by significant growth, strategic expansion, and groundbreaking technological advancements.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This year, the event engagement experts at Swapcard conducted an anonymized study across 2,000 events with 2.5 million attendees in order to learn how attendees engage at trade shows, exhibitions, and conferences and to identify overlooked gaps and underutilized strategies for event organizers and exhibitors. Leveraging even one of the seven insights gleaned from the report can significantly boost event engagement and drive exceptional results. 1.

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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.

Skift Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Skift Take: The events industry has some seriously outdated ideas that just wont die. Weve all heard the same old event planner clichs big venues, fancy galas, and planners living the glamorous life.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Learning from the trials and tribulations of others is incredibly valuable, giving insight into the problems encountered and solutions found so others can plan their events a little better prepared than before. Each year, all kinds of events around the United States are held, and each comes with lessons of their own (or maybe even a nugget of an idea you can introduce at your own event), several of which are shared below.

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EHL Insights

DECEMBER 18, 2024

In today's evolving business landscape, social sustainability has emerged as a crucial pillar of responsible governance, emphasising the importance of creating supportive, inclusive environments that benefit individuals and communities. For the hospitality industry, social sustainability involves fostering an atmosphere where all guests feel valued and understood, including those with invisible disabilities like autism.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The Weatherspoon Art Museum has one of the largest collections of modern and contemporary art in the Southeast. Photo credit: Visit Greensboro Corporate events arent only about business; bonding and building relationships are just as important. Greensboro, North Carolinas thriving cultural scene provides ample opportunity to mix and mingle beyond meetings.

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MPI

DECEMBER 16, 2024

We asked sustainability experts in the meeting and event industry to tell us about recent trends in event sustainability. Their thoughts demonstrate the depth and breadth of industry progress, from better collaboration to effective carbon tracking to reusable trade show stands. _ As a sustainability consultant, I’m happy to say there is more budget allocated for training and initiatives.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 16, 2024

At Smart Meeting, we pride ourselves on bringing the best content, voices and tools to your fingertips and computer screens. In 2024, we invited industry experts to offer their insights, tips and trends to help planners create the best event possible. Our webinars, the Knowledge Exchange, brought us essential insights on AI, incentives, wellness and contracts, just to name a few!

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Brightspot Incentive Events

DECEMBER 17, 2024

It is no secret that the motivation of the quintessential fun and sun incentive trip will stand the tests of time. For many of our North American clients, the easy answer for this are the destinations of Mexico and the Caribbean Islands due to location and ease of airlift. Home to arguably the worlds best all-inclusive properties, our clients like both the attendee appeal of the crystal blue waters, white sandy beaches, and limitless pina coladas by the pool, but also the appeal to their pocketb

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Host your next meeting in Brazil, and experience wonders your attendees will never forget. If you imagine Brazil to be a wonderland of stunning landscapes and Carnival , youre not wrongbut youve only scratched the surface of this vibrant, diverse country. From booming economic and industrial sectors to state-of-the-art connectivity, its a versatile, full-service meetings destination.

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Global DMC Alliance

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Explore Croatia's stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture through unique experiences designed to inspire and delight.

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Skift Meetings

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Skift Take: Planners feel taken advantage of by DMC markups, while DMCs say planners dont understand the cost of running a business.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

DECEMBER 16, 2024

A channel partner rewards program can be a powerful tool to motivate your partners and boost your sales. But you cant just throw some prizes at them and hope for the best. You need to design and communicate your program carefully so that it aligns with your goals and your budget, and so that your partners know exactly what they need to do and what they will get in return.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Scott Galloway, shown speaking at Convening Leaders 2022, returns to the CL Main Stage on Jan. 12 in Houston. (Whatever Media Group) Last week, when I listened in on NYU Stern professor Scott Galloways annual trend forecast webinar, one prediction caught my ear: Consumers growing reliance on AI may mean that travelers increasingly look there, too, for advice on what to do and see and where to stay.

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MPI

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The field was muddy. A wayward air balloon crashed into the stands. One of the players was linked to a gambling scandal. But for nearly 81,000 people, none of that mattered. They were there for football. Even if the sky was overcast and the temperature at kickoff was around 40-degrees Fahrenheit, the fans had only one thing in mind: laissez les bons temps rouler —let the good times roll.

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inVOYAGE

DECEMBER 19, 2024

As inVOYAGE marks its 10th anniversary, we sit down with Co-Founder, Richard, to reflect on the milestones, challenges, and aspirations that have defined the inVOYAGE story so far as well as hints at what lies ahead for this ever-growing community Richard Joslin Co-Founder Emily, inVOYAGE: Its hard to believe its been 10 years now since inVOYAGEs first event in Sintra.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

DECEMBER 16, 2024

What are the Differences Between Planning a Corporate Meeting and an Incentive Trip? People outside of the hospitality industry often assume that planning meetings and incentive trips are one and the same and require the same skill sets with very little planning differences. According to MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) travel experts within the hospitality industry, a meeting is considered to be any number of people coming together in one place for a particular activity

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 17, 2024

More than 20 restaurants dot the Avenida Houston entertainment district around the George R. Brown Convention Center, while the city boasts more than 12,000 restaurants offering diverse flavors. Some of the biggest perks of meeting in Houston, the nations fourth-most populous city, are the robust experiences on offer for those in-between moments lunches with colleagues or a free hour or two in the afternoon.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of planning your next event? Whether its a corporate conference, a product launch, a charity fundraiser, or a workshop, bringing people together can feel like juggling ten things at once. The good news is that with the right approach and event software , you can create events that people will remember for all the right reasons.

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Redfin

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Nevada offers a wide range of industries that appeal to professionals considering moving to the state. Whether you’re looking at homes for sale in Las Vegas or apartments in Reno , Nevada has something for everyone. The state boasts robust economic opportunities in both urban and rural settings, thanks to its thriving sectors. Known for its vibrant entertainment industry, Nevada also excels in healthcare, technology, and more.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In a world where every corporate event competes for attention, the challenge of making yours truly stand out is ever more daunting. Among the many facets that contribute to the success of an event, one reigns supremethe food and beverage experience. The choices you make in this department can either leave an indelible mark on your guests or fade into the background.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 16, 2024

After the first of five Main Stage presentations, Convening Leaders attendees will spill out onto George R. Brown Convention Centers front yard Discovery Green for the events opening reception, Jan. 12. PCMAs Convening Leaders 2025, held Jan. 12-15 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas, will offer participants an education program that encourages curiosity and emphasizes collaboration especially among mid-career and senior-level event professionals and anyone who is striv

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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 16, 2024

If you are serious about improving your conferences, my meeting design workshop can be the game-changer your organization needs. Here’s what happens at my one-day workshop. In a world where passive listening no longer satisfies attendees, traditional lecture-based conferences are ineffective and outdated. Todays participants crave authentic engagement, meaningful connections, and interactive learning experiences.

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Redfin

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Are you dreaming of Southern charm and coastal living but cant decide between buying a house in Myrtle Beach and renting in Charleston ? Both cities offer stunning shorelines and welcoming communities, but their lifestyles differ. Myrtle Beach is known for its vibrant tourist attractions and affordable housing options, while Charleston shines with its historic charm, culinary scene, and upscale neighborhoods.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Crossing your fingers that your baggage wont be bungled during your flight connection? A new air travel consumer report reveals which airlines you might want to avoid. Planning B2B travel in Europe? A new partnership just launched in Italy and might catch your eye. Excited about the new Princess Resorts properties that opened this week in Jamaica? The company just announced a major addition is coming soon.

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Traveler's Q

DECEMBER 19, 2024

CSR events have an impact on gratitude, employee engagement, and community service. At Traveler’s Q, we create memorable events that show gratitude and generosity. Learn how to plan CSR events that connect with your staff and benefit your community How to Plan a CSR Event That Includes Everyone and Makes a Difference To succeed, a CSR event must include everyone and make an impact.

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inVOYAGE

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Over the last decade, inVOYAGE has been curating event experiences to blend human connection with luxury and culture. As we celebrate our 10th Anniversary, we reflect on ten special moments that have helped shape our journey and strengthen our global community through shared experiences. Sintra 2014 Building Bonds at a Historic Wine Cellar Our inaugural inVOYAGE event took place at the iconic Ritz-Carlton Penha Longa in Sintra, just outside of Lisbon, Portugal.

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