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European tourism reaches new highs in 2024 as travellers’ plans diversify

ETC Corporate

Europe’s tourism industry continued its recovery in the second quarter of 2024. Foreign arrivals (+6%) and overnights (+7%) surpassed 2019 figures, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 12% and 10%, respectively. The growth is propelled by robust intra-regional travel from Germany, France, Italy, and the Netherlands.

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Smart Moves in Mexico, Atlanta and More

Smart Meetings

Nicole Okuna Nicole Okuna, The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort Okuna is appointed as general manager of The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort. Most recently serving as hotel manager at the same property, Okuna was a driving force in elevating guest experiences at Pink Palace of the Pacific and leading key multi-hotel initiatives across Marriott’s Waikiki Collection.

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Sustainable event ideas in Lucerne

The MICE Blog

Nowhere else in Switzerland can you find the unique combination of city, lake, and mountains in such close proximity as in Lucerne. Just under an hour by train from Zurich, Lucerne offers a quintessential Swiss experience, complete with top-notch infrastructure for business events. I recently visited Lucerne to attend the ‘Go Sustainable’ study trip, organised by the Lucerne Convention Bureau in collaboration with the Zurich Convention Bureau.

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Remembering David Jobes, Owner & CEO

Motivation Excellence

This is a hard blog to write. The passing of David Jobes leaves a huge hole for us as his work family. Please follow this link to view the official company press release. Continue reading here to get the personal side of David’s impact on all of us at Motivation Excellence. David was hired by our founder, Greg Lewis, seven years after the company started.

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Exclusive Travel Opportunities for Doctors to Attend Heart Congress 2025 in Dubai

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”.

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Harnessing AI for Culturally Inclusive and Diverse Corporate Events

Traveler's Q

Revolutionizing Diversity with AI Imagine a corporate event where every culture is celebrated, every voice is heard, and every attendee feels included. With the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), this vision is not only possible but also practical. AI is revolutionizing how we plan and execute events, making them more inclusive, personalized, and efficient.

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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Ronda Keys, CMP Fellow

Smart Meetings

Before Ronda Keys was a CMP Fellow —and a CMM, CEM, DES, CTA, HMCC and the assistant director of events at The Universities at Shady Grove —she was a little girl planning events complete with themes, invitations and menus for her Barbie dolls. She says, “Event design was a passion of mine at an early age!” Today, she is a confident planner, with prowess and passion.

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The Motivation Excellence Team Mourns the Loss of Leader David Jobes

Motivation Excellence

The loss of David Jobes will be felt by all who worked alongside him at Motivation Excellence. As a leader in the performance improvement and incentive industry, David helped create an award-winning culture , as well as a competitive and long-standing company in a niche community. Motivation Excellence is 39 years old, with David being an integral part of it for the last 32 years.

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The Power of the Perfect Conference Closing

Convene by PCMA

Julia Gräßer guides Convening EMEA 2023 participants in a meditation during the events’ closing session in Copenhagen, Denmark. Read about the thoughts behind the unusual close in “ Beginning and Ending an Event With Authenticity.” Dominic Thurbon, a Sydney, Australia–based entrepreneur who has created behavioral change programs for some of the most successful companies in the world, is also a speaker who thinks a lot about how behavioral science principles are — and aren’t — applied at co

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New and Renovated: Big Cities, Big Debuts

Smart Meetings

Big-name hotels in major cities unveil the conference space of your dreams What better destination for a big meeting than a bright, celebrated city? From NYC to Chicago to Vegas, celebrated hotel brands debut expanded meeting space and strategic redesigns to draw conferences of the best and brightest to their all-star cities. City in a Garden Burnham Ballroom, JW Marriott Chicago Centrally located on Chicago’s famous Loop is JW Marriott Chicago , made all the more enticing with the debut of its

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Hurricane Hardship, but the Show Goes On

MeetingsNet

A 12,000-person agricultural convention in Houston deftly worked its way around Hurricane Beryl—including holding breakout sessions with no electricity. Never underestimate the determination of conventioneers to reach their learning and networking objectives, even when Mother Nature delivers a forceful blow. The Texas FFA State Convention, a gathering of more than 12,000 agriculture teachers and students, ran headlong into Hurricane Beryl on Monday, July 8—the scheduled opening day of its 96th a

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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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A terrific example of the value of client feedback—Part 2

Conferences that Work

In Part 1 of this post , I offered gratitude for client feedback and gave an excellent example from Rachel LaForgia , the Senior Program Director of The Peace and Security Funders Group (PSFG). In this continuation post, I’ll share what I learned from Rachel’s feedback. I get client feedback! Right after PSFG’s second peer conference in May 2024, I was delighted to receive detailed feedback from Rachel (in red ), which I shared in full in Part 1.

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Is Taiwan’s MICE industry ready to challenge major players in Asia?

Travel Daily Media

The post Is Taiwan’s MICE industry ready to challenge major players in Asia? appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Taiwan leverages tech, culture, and venues to attract more MICE events. Asia Pacific’s MICE industry, valued at over $180b, is estimated to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 10% from 2024 to 2030, according to market research firm Grand View Research.

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Luxury brands expand into new hospitality sectors beyond cafés & spas

EHL Insights

In this article, we set out to find out what’s next for luxury brands in hospitality. What are the most promising examples and sectors that luxury brands are entering? The frontiers of how luxury can be experienced are being widened resulting in greater market presence and richer multisensorial experiences.

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Meet the Woman Who Gets Event Entrepreneurs Talking

MeetingsNet

The TEN Collective, a community of small-business owners in the meetings industry, gathers online every other week to discuss their challenges and questions. Its leader: Sarah Meister, founder of SM Event Co. It’s not unusual to meet business-event professionals who, confident in their industry knowledge and skills, have launched their own firms. It’s also not unusual to find those same entrepreneurs struggling with the many challenges of running a small business.

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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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Understanding Mortgage Interest: How It Works and What You Need to Know

Redfin

In this Redfin article, we’ll delve into the intricacies of mortgage interest, helping you understand how it works, what factors influence it, and how different types of mortgages can affect your payments. If you’re searching for a condo in New York or a home in Los Angeles , understanding mortgage interest is crucial for making informed financial decisions.

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Venue and industry Association Partners announced for inaugural IBTM Asia Pacific

Travel Daily Media

The post Venue and industry Association Partners announced for inaugural IBTM Asia Pacific appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The must attend two-day event for the Asia Pacific MICE industry takes place 19 – 20 March 2025 at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong. IBTM World organiser, RX, has announced the international and regional chapter associations: ICCA Asia Pacific, MPI and IAPCO as its supporting partners for the inaugural IBTM Asia Pacific, which will take place from

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Industry News for July 12, 2024

Special Events

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From Registration to ROI: 7 Ways Event Data Analysis Drives Success

Stova

Industry research shows in-person events are the most trusted channel in an integrated marketing plan. With the phasing out of online cookies, events have also become one of the most effective ways to gather first-party data. For savvy meeting professionals, event data is a goldmine hiding in plain sight – if you know how to find it. To help make the most of the opportunities before you, Stova joined Skift Meetings last month in a webinar entitled “Seizing the Moment: Real-Time Event Data Analys

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14 Most Affordable Places to Live in Indiana in 2024

Redfin

There are many highlights to living in Indiana, from the picturesque countryside showcasing the state’s heartland heritage to bustling cities like Indianapolis with its growing arts and culinary scene. If you’re currently living in or are considering moving to Indiana, then chances are you have a budget you’d like to stay under when it comes to renting or buying a home.

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Gajendra Singh Shekhawat to inaugurate FHRAI’s 54th Annual Convention in Goa on 16th Oct  

Travel Daily Media

The post Gajendra Singh Shekhawat to inaugurate FHRAI’s 54th Annual Convention in Goa on 16th Oct appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Representative Image, Image by Freepik The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), announces its upcoming 54 th Annual Convention, scheduled to be held in the coastal state of Goa at Taj Cidade de Goa, Horizon from October 16th to 18th, 2024.

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And the Gala Award Goes to.Jinghong

Special Events

Part 7 in our 2024 Gala Award Feature Series

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Geomarketing: a tool that boosts campaigns

Interface Tourism Spain

Geomarketing: a tool that boosts campaigns All the news Back to newsroom What do the ChowderFest in Long Beach Island, New Jersey, the DuPage Road Trip in Chicago, and the Ferry Hopo in Gold Coast, Australia have in common? All three have utilized Geomarketing in the past with excellent results. Geomarketing is a marketing strategy that leverages the location of individuals to broaden the possibilities of communicating a message.

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Exploring San Antonio: Top Texas Bucket List Experiences

Redfin

San Antonio is a city that warmly embraces its rich history, vibrant culture, and natural beauty, inviting visitors to experience it all. From the iconic Alamo to the picturesque River Walk, and from the historic missions to the bustling Pearl District, San Antonio offers a unique blend of old and new, traditional and innovative. If you are interested in exploring historic landmarks, indulging in delicious Tex-Mex cuisine, or discovering the city’s thriving arts and culture scene, San Anto

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SKIL flags off new venture ‘World of Musicians’ to redefine bespoke artist management

Travel Daily Media

The post SKIL flags off new venture ‘World of Musicians’ to redefine bespoke artist management appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. SKIL, India’s comprehensive travel solutions provider recently entered the artist management realm with the launch of their new venture, ‘World of Musicians’ (WOM). WOM is poised to revolutionize the artist management landscape by delivering tailored, end-to-end talent management services.

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Find Your Event's True Colors

Special Events

Color theory 101 to elevate your events

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Tapping into the Corporate Market

Tourism Tiger

Learn how to offer corporate tours to boost your business, offering a path to diversify your revenue streams.

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15 Most Affordable Places to Live in Florida in 2024

Redfin

With its miles of beautiful beaches, year-round warm climate, and abundant sunshine, there are numerous reasons that make Florida an inviting place to live. From Orlando’s theme parks to the Everglades National Park, bustling cities, and charming beach towns in Florida , there’s something for anyone residing in the state. So, if Florida sounds like the state for you, then you may also be curious about what cities fit into your budget.

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Malaysia Airlines hosts first-ever trade elevation summit

Travel Daily Media

The post Malaysia Airlines hosts first-ever trade elevation summit appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Malaysia Airlines successfully hosted the first-ever Malaysia Airlines Trade Elevation Summit, the largest industry event of its kind in the country. A collaborative effort with Tourism Malaysia (TM) and the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), the summit helped advance the goals of Visit Malaysia Year 2026 while positioning Kuala Lumpur as a gateway fo

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Choosing the Right Tech Partners for your Hybrid Events 

Stova

The post Choosing the Right Tech Partners for your Hybrid Events appeared first on Stova.

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How Much Are Closing Costs in North Carolina 2024?

Redfin

Congratulations! You’re just a few steps away from closing on your new home in North Carolina. But before you can officially close, there’s one last step: pay closing costs. Closing costs are the taxes and fees associated with the purchase and sale of a home, such as title insurance and lender fees. To help prepare you for the final steps of the homebuying process, this Redfin article will break down how much closing costs are in North Carolina, who pays for them, and what costs you

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4 Things Your Clients Wish You Knew

National Association For Catering ane Events

Despite our clients’ wishes, event professionals are not mind readers. We can make educated guesses, but we can’t predict someone’s favorite color or cuisine off the bat. Instead, we must engage and communicate with our clients to uncover their unspoken expectations. Whether they’re hesitant to voice their opinions or simply aren’t yet aware of what they want, unveiling their hidden desires is key to executing a successful event.

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Tech Tools to Transform Your Design Process

Special Events

Tech tools that can improve your event designs

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Signature Travel Network concludes successful 2024 regionals 

Travel Daily Media

The post Signature Travel Network concludes successful 2024 regionals appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Signature Travel Network recently held its 2024 Regional events, reinforcing its commitment to educate and connect advisors and partners. The events, held in Dallas, Chicago, Los Angeles and Ft. Lauderdale, drew more than 1,200 attendees and featured 7,000+ appointments and 50+ presentations over the course of one month.