Motivation Excellence
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
We really never stop learning. There’s always a trendy gadget to understand or a change in work policy to incorporate or new slang in use…so truly, whether you consider yourself a lifelong learner or not, we are all forced to learn big and little things throughout life. Knowing how you learn best is critical to digesting new information and putting it to good use.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
City center hotels reveal exciting updates and new openings Who doesn’t want a meeting in the heart of the city? Whether you’re meeting in Nashville, Long Beach or Salt Lake City, these three new and renovated hotels stand in each city’s bustling epicenter. Alongside refreshing updates and brand new features, visitors enjoy easy access to sought-after exploration and meetings with each city’s unique flavor.
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Advanced Travel and Tourism
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Meet Toby Childs, the sales manager for the Northwest team. Toby is a sales and marketing professional with over 20 years of experience working with industry leading media companies and Fortune 500 clients. We sat down with him to learn a bit more about his love for travel, the Northwest and more. What is your favorite place to travel or travel experience?
Traveler's Q
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
The setting of your event plays a crucial role in creating a luxurious atmosphere. Choosing the right venue is essential to establishing the desired mood and making your event memorable. High-end venues offer unique settings that enhance the luxury feel, providing the perfect backdrop for upscale gatherings. Picking the Right Place The location sets the tone for your event, and finding the perfect spot is key.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Pádraic Gilligan
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
by Pádraic Gilligan, Co-founder, SoolNua & Chief Marketing Officer, SITE There are two terminals now at Dublin airport as annual passenger numbers rush headlong towards a controversial 40m. Like many “legacy” airports, it’s a sprawling campus, with extensions, new wings, spurs and satellites added over the years to deal with the dramatic exponential growth.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Looking to plan a cream-of-the-crop meeting or event? New top-tier luxury venues in Dubai or Mexico may be just the ticket. And while you’re here, catch up on the latest news in travel advisor tech, the launch of a new Reed & Mackay division and brand-new research on the customized travel market. Reed & Mackay Launches Events Division in France UK-based Reed & Mackay , the international travel management company, has debuted its events division in France as a response to a growing in
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Traveler's Q
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
With its captivating tapestry of colors, cozy ambiance, and abundant natural beauty, fall offers an enchanting backdrop for a truly unforgettable wedding. At Traveler’s Q, we specialize in curating exceptional experiences that reflect the essence of each season. Let us guide you through the art of crafting a fall wedding that will leave a lasting impression on you and your guests Autumn Color Palettes: A Symphony of Warmth and Sophistication Fall’s rich color palette provides endless inspi
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Diversity, equity, and inclusion — DEI — has become a highly politicized topic, resulting in anti-DEI legislation and cutting back or removing DEI initiatives. Last June, after the U.S. Supreme Court banned the use of race-based affirmative action in college admissions, it set off “an explosion of anti-DEI bills and extinguished DEI [diversity, equity, and inclusion] initiatives,” said Jolene Jang, a Seattle-based Asian inclusivity consultant.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Looking to plan a cream-of-the-crop meeting or event? New top-tier luxury venues in Dubai or Mexico may be just the ticket. And while you’re here, catch up on the latest news in travel advisor tech, the launch of a new Reed & Mackay division and brand-new research on the customized travel market. Reed & Mackay Launches Events Division in France UK-based Reed & Mackay , the international travel management company, has debuted its events division in France as a response to a growing in
Advanced Travel and Tourism
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Meet Emily Clay, senior account executive for the Northwest team. We sat down with her to learn a bit more about her love for travel, the Northwest and more. What is your favorite place to travel or travel experience? I went to Fiji right after the country experienced political unrest. My friend called it the “ a fter c oup s pecial” because the resort package was so inexpensive.
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
The post Tourism Malaysia goes on second India roadshow for 2024 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Officials from Tourism Malaysia and the Malaysian Indian Tour & Travel Association (MITTA) are currently in India for their second roadshow in the country for this year. This tour kicked off in the city of Trivandrum on Monday, 23rd September, and will continue till 30th September.
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
A comfortable, personalized experience awaits meeting attendees at the Phoenix Convention Center. The Phoenix Convention Center (PCC) is Arizona’s premier meetings and events venue, and there’s no doubt that Phoenix itself—with its reliably sunny weather, vibrant downtown, award-winning dining, and ample, luxurious accommodations—is sure to please attendees.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Meeting and event planners have a unique opportunity to create immersive experiences that go beyond just logistics and schedules. By infusing the local culture of a destination into their events, planners can elevate gatherings, leaving attendees with a deeper appreciation and understanding for the place they’re visiting. In San Antonio, we host the annual Fiesta celebration each year as a testament to the city’s heritage.
Conferences that Work
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Here we go again—another generative AI service churning out plausible-sounding, but misleading content. This time it’s Google’s NotebookLM , branded as “your personalized AI research assistant powered by Google’s most capable model, Gemini 1.5 Pro” It now includes Audio Overview , which creates audio discussions between “two AI hosts” who supposedly engage in a “lively deep dive” based on your sources.
MPI
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Nolan Nichols is happy see a lot of positive momentum for incorporating wellness into meetings and events, but he says it’s key to recognize that wellness isn’t just another box to check by adding a program into the schedule. “It needs to be thoughtfully integrated to truly resonate with the event and its attendees,” says Nichols, a wellness-focused speaker who is also featured on the Caesars Entertainment wellness menu, which offers healthy F&B options, wellness acti
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Seattle’s iconic Space Needle and nearby Chihuly Garden and Glass offer unique settings and amazing experiences, the perfect venues for off-site receptions and dinners. When your group gathers in Seattle for a meeting or convention, treat them to an unforgettable dinner or reception at the city’s most recognizable landmark, the iconic Space Needle, or the inspiring Chihuly Garden and Glass venue right next door.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
It’s always something , as Gilda Radner playing Roseanne Roseannadanna used to moan on “Saturday Night Live.” Meeting professionals can relate. In recent weeks, that “something” is labor strikes in two industries heavily relied on for successful events—hotels and aircraft. The Situation, in Brief This week, thousands more hotel workers in the U.S. have gone on strike as talks between the Unite Here labor union and major hotel companies over pandemic-era cuts and pay remain stalled.
All Conference Alert
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Australia is known for its beautiful landscapes and diverse culture. But, it’s also a good place for academia, becoming a great destination for attending international conferences. It doesn’t matter if you are a student, researcher, professional, or someone interested in growing in your field — Australia caters to all conference types. When you attend a conferences in Australia, you’ll get an enriching experience.
Travel Daily Media
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
The post IAPCO launches ‘Unlocking Excellence’ campaign appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) has launched a new advocacy campaign, ‘IAPCO: Unlocking Excellence’ designed to enhance the quality and professionalism of event and congress organisation globally.
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Bogotá, Colombia’s capital, is a gracious and culturally diverse city with a thriving culinary scene, just one of many ideal destinations within Colombia for meetings and events. Colombia is called the country of beauty, and it’s easy to see why. Much more than the world’s premier source of coffee and flowers, the up-and-coming South American gem is a versatile, accessible, and gorgeous meeting destination.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Meeting and event planners have a unique opportunity to create immersive experiences that go beyond just logistics and schedules. By infusing the local culture of a destination into their events, planners can elevate gatherings, leaving attendees with a deeper appreciation and understanding for the place they’re visiting. In San Antonio, we host the annual Fiesta celebration each year as a testament to the city’s heritage.
EHL Insights
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Once considered relatively niche, the luxury segment of the hospitality industry has exploded in recent years, with rising global wealth and increasing desire for personalized and immersive experiences driving the interest. In 2023, the international luxury hospitality industry was valued at USD 140.28 billion. And it’s expected to grow to USD 154.32 billion in 2024 and USD 369.36 billion by 2032, representing a compound annual growth rate of 11.5%.
MTI Events
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
An incentive trip vacation should always be an excuse to enjoy a lavish business getaway. Instead, incentive trips — especially when connected with premier destinations like incentive trips to Mexico – are a potent tool businesses of every size and industry can use to motivate, reward, and ultimately retain high-performing employees.
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
The Inner Development Goals were developed to equip individuals and organizations with the inner qualities that enable them to take the kinds of action that will result in transformative efforts around climate change. A description of the Inner Development Goals (IDGs), a set of 23 key human development skills across five dimensions, includes such terms and phrases as “being,” “relating,” and “inner compass,” which can come off as overly abstract and hard to pin down.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Meet Boricua brought culture and heart into El Conquistador Resort ballroom Smart Meetings Leadership Experience at El Conquistador Resort in Puerto Rico set the stage for top meeting professionals to make new connections to improve their effectiveness—and add some spice to their programs. Over three days, attendees danced, tasted and laughed their way through one of the top resorts in the world.
EHL Insights
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
‘Net-zero hotels’ are something no one had heard of ten years ago, but now an increasing number are redirecting their efforts to reduce their carbon footprint and achieve this gold standard in hospitality sustainability. While this is an encouraging step - you might call it a breath of fresh air - the wider environmental challenges facing the hotel sector remain stark.
MeetingsNet
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
7 business-event pros weigh in on how to get what you need in an event contract and stay on budget. A few key tips: Make F&B events value-added experiences and understand what “exclusive AV provider” really means. A recent survey of more than 200 business-event planners by Global DMC Partners found that their top five challenges this year are adapting to higher costs; finding availability; budget management; timely approval from internal decisionmakers; and contract negotiations.
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Entrepreneur, edtech founder, author, and thought leader Abir Haddoud will present “Minimalism in Business Strategy to Create a Powerhouse” on Oct. 2 on the Convening EMEA Main Stage. (Harcourt Paris) Abir Haddoud grew up in a small village in Algeria and moved to France on her own at the age of 16 to pursue engineering studies at one of the country’s top engineering schools.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Partnering with agencies can reduce cost and save time In many scenarios, planners have limited resources on hand. That often means seeking out third-party agencies and independent planners to attain their goals and create a stellar event. Smart Meetings chatted with Michelle Crosby, CMP, CITP, an account executive at Bright Spot Incentives and Events, and Yvette Campbell, CMP, a meeting broker at Meetings Made Easy, to explore how planners can seek out third-party agencies and independent plann
EHL Insights
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
The hospitality industry is diverse, providing numerous roles that guarantee guests a memorable and satisfying experience. One of the key positions in a hotel is the Front Desk Associate, also known as the Front of House or Hotel Receptionist. This position plays a crucial role in creating the hotel's first impression and ensuring continued guest satisfaction.
MTI Events
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
An incentive trip vacation should always be an excuse to enjoy a lavish business getaway. Instead, incentive trips — especially when connected with premier destinations like incentive trips to Mexico – are a potent tool businesses of every size and industry can use to motivate, reward, and ultimately retain high-performing employees.
Convene by PCMA
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
According to IHG, global flavors and fusion cuisine like those served at Saba, a Spanish and Asian fusion restaurant at Kimpton Aysla Mallorca, continue to rank high with guests, appealing to their increasingly adventurous palates. Food has always played a critical role in bringing people together and forging connections between diverse cultures. Across IHG Hotels & Resorts’ expansive portfolio, this tradition of finding common ground around meals continues to set the stage for meetings and
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
When you attend a meeting in Spokane, Washington, everything you need (or want) is all around you. Your hotel is close to the convention center, the convention center is close to great bars and restaurants, and it’s all close to unparalleled Pacific Northwest nature. Learn more The Convention Center, Connected Hotels and Riverfront Park The main meeting area in Spokane is located right on the riverfront downtown.
Panorama Travel
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
We are pleased to sign the understanding agreement with Majan University College. It’s a privilege for Panorama Travel to partner with Majan Collage and offers opportunities for their students to study, learn & benefit from Panorama Travel’s experience in the Travel & Tourism Industry. Majan University College was the first to secure reaccreditation, reaffirming academic quality.
MPI
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
If you are still on the fence, here are seven compelling reasons to implement an operating system in your business that can transform the way you work and set the stage for growth.
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