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Meeting Profs Travel Report: Who Travels for Business?

Smart Meetings

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.

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No Excuses: Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle While Traveling for Business or Pleasure

Traveler's Q

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.

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ADMEI and Destinations International Partner for Collaboration and Education

ADMEI

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

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What the Back-to-the-Office Challenge Has to Do With In-Person Events

Convene by PCMA

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?

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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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The Truth About the Urban Oasis Destination Trend for Meetings

Smart Meetings

What elements should meeting planners look for when sourcing to forge better group connections With the focus on the return of meetings, many meeting planners are seeking unforgettable locations for their next event that will provide ease and accessibility for their attendees. Kate De Master In this post-pandemic world, many groups are more comfortable being indoors than they have been over the past few years.

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How To Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle While Traveling

Traveler's Q

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.

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Should You Break the Bank to Hire a Celebrity Speaker?

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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

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What One Thing? Creating Magical Experiences with Robert Strong

Smart Meetings

On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meetings Content Director JT Long speaks with Robert Strong , magician, comedian and speaker in addition to being an author. Strong shares with Smart Meetings on how he got started in magic, creating magical experiences for customers, and how humor can be used to help people connect. Lastly, Strong shares a memory of the time he shared the stage with the late comedian Robin Williams.

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19 Austin Event Venues Your Attendees Will Love

Bizzaboo

Austin has been having a moment for a while now. What started as a small outpost for Spanish colonists in the 1700s has blossomed into the fourth most populous city in Texas and a city with some of the fastest-growing suburbs in the USA. Austin has also recently been recognized as a top city for job-seekers. As the Live Music Capital of the World® , Austin offers a vibrant metro area with many remarkable event venues.

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IACC Survey of Planners Finds Space Design, Technology, Sustainability Are Key

MeetingsNet

The Spring 2023 research compiles the views of corporate, association, academic, and third-party event planners from around the world. Released on the first day of Meeting Professionals International’s World Education Congress in Cancun, the “Meeting Room of the Future 2023” survey report from the International Association of Conference Centers finds the 275 responding planners to be focused more heavily on “experience creation” versus before the Covid pandemic.

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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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5 Ways to Use AI to Help Spark Event Session Ideas

Convene by PCMA

“The combination of AI and our own creativity will deliver powerful experiences.” — Beth Sumont Beth Surmont, CMP-Fellow, FASAE, CAE There are three times in my career (so far) when I have felt like I’ve seen the future. The first was when I saw an online registration system and rejoiced that I would no longer have to deal with faxes and manual credit card payments.

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Lessons for Building Community Like a Broadway Performer

Smart Meetings

Fifteen years ago, a pair of Broadway performers had a vision for bringing the energy, fun and community of New York City’s bright lights to Northern California’s wine country. Amy Miller and her husband Brad Surosky spent the Great Recession traveling the country in an RV, talking to theater groups about how they built their audiences and emerged with a vision for an outdoor experience that was integrated with Sonoma County’s people and the landscape.

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dnata introduces ground-breaking cooking robot at World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE)

Travel Daily Media

The post dnata introduces ground-breaking cooking robot at World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Unique culinary demonstration underscores global catering & retail services provider’s commitment to innovation. dnata, a global air and travel services provider, announced an exciting addition to their presence at the World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE).

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DMC Network Talks Meeting- and Incentive-Planning Trends

MeetingsNet

Challenges with event budgets, timelines, and staffing—plus air-travel complications—were among the issues discussed at Global DMC Partners’ annual meeting. During its ninth annual Connection meeting held in late May at Atlantis The Palm Dubai, the destination management company network Global DMC Partners heard from several hundred of its members about the challenges they are facing with their meeting and incentive clients.

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8 Movies for Tour Operators and Tour Guides

Tourism Tiger

Get out your popcorn and reflect on the tours and scenarios that the guides in these films find themselves in, and how they handle it for better and for worse.

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New and Renovated: Putting on The Ritz

Smart Meetings

Two refreshed Ritz-Carltons and Vegas’ first “cannabis-inclusive” hotel Early summer sees the opening of two renovated Ritz-Carlton hotels and the opening of what is self-billed as “Las Vegas’ first cannabis-inclusive hotel.” Chicago Deep Dish Skyline Suite, Ritz-Carlton, Chicago The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago has undergone a $100-million renovation. All 434 guest rooms received an extensive facelift.

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Never stop innovating… and learn to listen: Amir Segall

Travel Daily Media

The post Never stop innovating… and learn to listen: Amir Segall appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Ahead of speaking at the Phocuswright Europe event in Barcelona from 12 to 14 June Airbnb’s Director of Commercial, Amir Segall, has emphasized the importance for travel technology companies to “never stop innovating to meet demand, and to learn to listen openly to customer feedback and use it to inform bold new ideas” in order to keep ahead in the ever more competitive online

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How to Plan a Family Reunion: A Step-by-Step Guide

Social Tables

In a world that moves at lightning speed, despite the technology we use to stay in touch, it can be more difficult for many people to stay connected with friends and family. With combating schedules, busy lives, and different hometowns, relatives may not see each other for years at a time. If you’re looking for a way to get your loved ones together but don’t know how to plan a family reunion, we can help.

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Five Key Takeaways from the Talent Wars 2023 Report

DCI

Relocation has become a prominent topic in the post-pandemic era we live in, with talent seeking new opportunities in virtually every aspect of their life. The Talent Wars 2023 report, now in its seventh edition, was released this week to provide insight into the challenges, trends and overall future of talent attraction. As we brace for new obstacles, including a mass exodus of workers and unprecedented tech layoffs, understanding factors that trigger relocation is more crucial than ever.

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Behind the Scenes of Incentive Travel

Smart Meetings

Looking into the desires of incentive travel attendees The term “incentive travel” is full of positive associations: Taking a trip abroad, creating memories with favored colleagues or exploring a culture you never would have otherwise. Not only does this have a positive effect on attendees individually but it creates stronger relationships and a more enjoyable and productive work environment.

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Sands China updates ‘The Macao Showcase’ attendees on MICE & Luxury Forum

Travel Daily Media

The post Sands China updates ‘The Macao Showcase’ attendees on MICE & Luxury Forum appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Sands China Ltd. hosted the MICE & Luxury Forum on June 8 as part of The Macao Showcase’, a three-day event aimed at bringing the best of Macao to Singapore. The forum took place in-person at the main venue in the Sands Expo & Convention Centre of Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, while a hybrid format took place within a sub-venue a

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Hospitality trends: Unveiling the harsh reality of overtourism

EHL Insights

In this monthly news-based digest, we delve into the hidden implications and unexpected opportunities that overtourism creates. Get ready for an enlightening journey that could challenge your choice of summer travel destinations as we explore the untold stories behind this issue.

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5 Things That Caught My Attention at City Nation Place Americas 2023

DCI

City Nation Place Americas brought together about 200 top economic development and destination marketing from across North America in New Orleans to share best practices and insights with their peers on everything from branding to sustainability. The speakers and roundtables were inspiring and thought provoking, but here are five topics that caught my attention: Music Matters We saw countless destination videos and while all were well done, the one that really sticks with me is one from Visit Lo

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Leaning into Learning Styles

Smart Meetings

Engaging audience comprehension and understanding Everyone learns and absorbs information differently. Especially in a meeting space. Knowing how attendees best absorb information could result in a positive outcome for everyone involved. Whether someone is a visual, kinesthetic (learn-by-doing), verbal, logical or auditory learner, there are a variety of ways of engaging and providing appropriate recourse.

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Discover 10 Event Invitation Examples That Earn RSVPs

Eventtia

Events are a great way to bring people together, both to have fun and share ideas. Yet, we all know that planning and hosting an event can be easier said than done. Out of all the challenges associated with hosting an event , crafting and sending event invitations is often at the very top of the list of many event planners. If you are not careful and if the invitation is written poorly, it could end up unread or in potential attendees’ trash or spam folders, and the event that you’ve planned for

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Harnessing Serendipity: a new book featuring 66 collaboration artists

Conferences that Work

I am delighted and honored to be featured in ‘ Harnessing Serendipity ,’ a unique new book that explores the magic of facilitating connection that leads to collaboration. It includes the stories of 66 “talented connectors” who share insights on how they create transformative experiences. The primary professions of the collaboration artists the authors include are wide-ranging—to say the least.

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Does Leading With Empathy Mean You’re a Pushover?

Convene by PCMA

Organizations “can — it’s not even a heavy lift — do the work of understanding what someone needs and being able to find points of accommodation in concert with that person,” says future of work expert Chris Shipley. If you missed the first part of our interview with future of work experts and coauthors Heather E. McGowan and Chris Shipley, you can catch up at ‘ It’s About Having Empathy All the Way Around.

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Smart Moves in New York, Texas and More

Smart Meetings

Chris Jennings Jennings is general manager at The Lake House on Canandaigua in New York. He most recently worked as director of operations for JW Marriott Nashville, where he played a large part in its opening in 2018. Throughout his hospitality career, he also worked in directorial roles at The Don Cesar in St. Pete Beach, Florida, and The St. Regis Princeville Resort in Kauai, Hawaii.

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Guide for Creating a Conference Event Budget (Free Template)

Bizzaboo

Even in ideal economic circumstances, creating an event budget is a challenging feat. In an era of rising inflation and higher interest rates, it’s even harder. Not only are vendor prices on the rise and hard to predict, but it’s also increasingly common for hidden costs — such as permit fees, insurance, and security expenses — to impact bottom lines.

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Sustainable Building Certifications for Homes: Which One Is Right for You?

Redfin

Sustainable living has become an increasingly important focus in today’s world, with individuals and communities alike seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprints. When it comes to building or renovating homes, sustainable practices and energy-efficient design have taken center stage. In response to this growth, several organizations offer certification programs to measure sustainability and push people to achieve more.

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WEC23: Using event types to drive ROI

MPI

Rachel Andrews, senior director of meetings & events, marketing for Cvent, offers a glimpse into her June 14 WEC23 session “The Planning Power Play: Using Event Types to Drive ROI.

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And the Gala Award Goes To.The INTREPID Celebration

Special Events

Part 3 in our 2023 Gala Award Feature Series

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Christmas Markets River Cruise 2024

Carrousel Travel

ICONIC CHRISTMAS MARKETS RIVER CRUISE HOSTED BY CARROUSEL TRAVEL ICONIC CHRISTMAS MARKETS RIVER CRIUSE HOSTED BY CARROUSEL TRAVEL ICONIC CHRISTMAS MARKETS RIVER CRUISE HOSTED BY CARROUSEL TRAVEL ITINERARY INCLUSIONS + PRICING SHIP INFORMATION DOWNLOAD BROCHURE REGISTRATION FORM 7-NIGHT CRUISE SAILING NOVEMBER 30-DECEMBER 7, 2024 Join Carrousel Travel for a hosted river cruise on this festive journey down the Danube River, where you will discover the wonder of Europe’s iconic Christmas markets.

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Earth Homes: Are These Sustainable Structures Right for You?

Redfin

Earth homes are the oldest type of house in the world , dating back to at least 15,000 BCE , and still house upwards of 700 million people around the world. They’re also remarkably efficient, affordable, and environmentally friendly. While they were once considered a niche home style, they have become increasingly popular, primarily starting in the 1970s during the environmental movement.

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4 Ideas for Getting Sensational Content at Your Next Live Event

InEvent

Tips for getting unique content at your next live event is a popular topic that event organizers are interested in. When organizing an event takes a lot of time and effort, you want the target audience to appreciate the efforts invested and respond with positive feedback. And sometimes, the event’s purpose is to sell goods … Post 4 Ideas for Getting Sensational Content at Your Next Live Event showed as first in InEvent Blog.