BCD Meetings & Events
MARCH 13, 2023
Discover how event management technology can upgrade your programs and drive your business objectives forward in 2023 and beyond. This report offers expert advice on maximizing the value of your data and explains how you can use M.A.R. (machine learning, artificial intelligence, and robotic process automation) to upgrade your programs. Click here to download your copy today.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 16, 2023
On St. Patrick’s Day in the United States, folks Irish, a little Irish and not Irish at all embrace the “wearin’ of the green” and all things Emerald Isle. While a lot of those tropes are stereotypes, the Irish love of storytelling is not and it’s a concept that meeting planners can embrace and learn from. In Irish culture, the storyteller is called a seanchaí which means “bearer of old lore.
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Motivation Excellence
MARCH 13, 2023
Lilly Jobes started as a travel program coordinator in the late summer of 2022, and everyone who has worked with her has nothing but compliments to cast her way! She may be soft-spoken, but she’s not necessarily shy. She’s also up for trying new things, experiencing new cultures and rescuing animals! Read below and watch our one minute video interview to Get to Know Lilly this month.
Traveler's Q
MARCH 14, 2023
No matter what you choose, you can create a captivating ambiance that celebrates your love story. With the right balance of delicate touches and lavish elements, you can make the most of spring wedding decor! Spring Wedding Decor Ideas You Should Consider 1. Watercolor Wedding Invitations Watercolor wedding invitations add a soft and delicate touch to your spring wedding decor.
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”.
Hotel Engine
MARCH 17, 2023
Finding the perfect toiletry bag is important. Traveling will take you out of your ‘home domain.’ This change means that you will need to find a way to make your morning and evening hygiene routines as straightforward as possible. In other words—you’re going to need a toiletry bag that’ll help […] The post Frequent Business Traveler?
Smart Meetings
MARCH 14, 2023
Event technology company Cvent announced that after going public for a second time in 2021 through a special acquisition at a valuation of $5.3 billion, it will be acquired by a New York-based private equity fund managed by Blackstone for $4.6 billion. The highly anticipated deal represents an $8.50 per share price for stockholders, a 52% premium over the 90-day running average prior to Jan. 30, the day before reports of a potential transaction were published.
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Travel Pulse
MARCH 16, 2023
Americans should reconsider travel to Mexico.
Hotel Engine
MARCH 14, 2023
When you run a small business, your success comes from maintaining a good balance of the critical factors. But how do you juggle a corporate travel budget while still keeping your bank account above water? Business trips can be an integral part of your company’s objectives. Adding up all the basic […] The post Small Business Guide to Corporate Travel Planning appeared first on Hotel Engine.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 14, 2023
Finding the perfect meeting space for your team and your mental health Prioritizing your mental health and the emotional health of your attendees can be tough, especially when you’re a meeting planner on the go. Offering choices for mental recovery during an intensive, high-energy event is the most effective way to empower guests. That could be in the form of a quiet room, an early morning trail hike or yoga.
Special Events
MARCH 14, 2023
Submit your event company to be featured in the Summer Issue!
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
The MICE Blog
MARCH 13, 2023
Siemens Healthineers, a healthcare company, acquired Varian Medical Systems, a company with a mission to create a world without fear of cancer. The merger was completed in April 2021 and to launch their combination, the executives of both companies organised an event called The Combination of Siemens Healthineers and Varian – Day One Digital Event. The event aimed to achieve a feeling of unity among all colleagues, which was especially challenging given the different cultures and sizes of the tw
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 17, 2023
Home to more than 14 million square feet of meeting space, Las Vegas has plenty of options for planners looking to really make an impact. This is a city where innovation and imagination come to play; where big ideas are not only shared but also brought to life. These unique venues let you tap directly into the city’s one-of-a-kind energy, making everything from team outings to brainstorming sessions to large-scale events feel all the more exciting.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 17, 2023
Darby Gyscek and Ricky de Jesus Darby Gescyk (left) and Ricky de Jesus (right) Kimpton The Forum Hotel in Charlottesville, Virginia, named Gyscek director of sales and marketing, and de Jesus director of catering. Gyscek has 25 years of hospitality experience, most of which were with university-associated properties, most recently with Boar’s Head Resort (University of Virginia) in Charlottesville, as associate director of sales.
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Bizzaboo
MARCH 15, 2023
We’ve compiled a list of websites for event planners so some of the hardest-working professionals can complete every task on their list. Ready to dive straight in? Browse the list or skip through the table of contents: Table of Contents News Websites and Blogs for Event Planners Websites for Event Industry Memberships, Certificates, and Certifications Websites for Finding Event Venue Websites for Researching Event Technology Get Started: Bookmark the Best Event Planning Websites News Websites an
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 17, 2023
As planners, making the most of your budget is always top of mind, no matter the size of your event. Why not choose a host city where you can save on costs without having to lift a finger? Portland, Oregon, is known for many things, including its beer, its coffee, and its eclectic arts and culture scene. But besides being full of interesting things for attendees to enjoy, there’s one aspect of the city that should put it at the top of any planners list: No sales tax.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 16, 2023
On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meetings Editorial Director JT Long sits down with Debra Fine, author of the Fine Art of Small Talk, to talk about tips for networking and getting back to connecting with people in person. The post What One Thing? with Debra Fine appeared first on Smart Meetings.
Hotel Engine
MARCH 14, 2023
Alright. You’re done with those weak-sauce duffel bags that you shred to ribbons after a single trip. You work hard, you travel fast, and you need luggage that’s going to stand up to the occasion. You also need something that looks somewhat decent. And you want wheels that actually spin […] The post The 13 Best Rolling Duffel Bags for Hard-Working Business Travel appeared first on Hotel Engine.
Travel Pulse
MARCH 17, 2023
The government is pushing for a better focus on traveler safety.
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 17, 2023
Out with the old, in with the Grand Canyon State. Arizona’s abundant sunshine is surpassed only by its vast, wide-open spaces—making it an ever-changing wonderland for gatherings. Elevate your next meeting by adding these new and/or newly upgraded destinations to your itinerary. What’s New in PHOENIX The recently renovated Sheraton Phoenix Downtown , conveniently located in the heart of downtown, is Arizona’s largest hotel and the flagship location for Sheraton’s worldwide transformation of its
Smart Meetings
MARCH 16, 2023
Meeting with folk music and corned beef! Let the green beer flow! If you’re into that kind of thing. For many Irish, and non-Irish a-like. March 17th is the official day to celebrate all things Irish—whether that includes taking a selfie with a cup of foaming green beer, watching the local Irish Parade, or chowing down on some potatoes and corned beef.
Hotel Engine
MARCH 17, 2023
A delay when checking in at your hotel. Lost luggage. An item left behind in the hotel safe … Even the slightest snafu in your travel plans can completely disrupt your experience or make your trip more stressful. When you’re on vacation, interruptions are annoying, but when you’re traveling for […] The post Corporate Travel Insurance: What to Do When Travel Goes Wrong appeared first on Hotel Engine.
Travel Daily Media
MARCH 15, 2023
The post Cvent partners with YEG for next-gen data-driven events in Italy appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Cvent, a meetings, events and hospitality technology provider and YEG!, a communication events production company dedicated to improving the interaction between business and their customers, announced their strategic partnership to support more engaging and data-driven business and leisure events in the Italian market.
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 15, 2023
The Scenic City, Chattanooga combines the amenities of a major city with plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities. Surrounded by natural beauty yet offering all the amenities of a major metropolitan city, Chattanooga gives meeting attendees the best of both worlds. The Scenic City, as it’s known, is nestled along the banks of the Tennessee River and tucked between the mountains of Southeast Tennessee.
Leonardo
MARCH 16, 2023
Last week, our team headed to Berlin for the world’s largest tourism trade fair, ITB Berlin. In between a few prosts with clients at the brauhaus, it was an amazing opportunity to connect and reconnect with partners and travel experts from around the world. This conference brings in hospitality and travel from every sector. When we weren’t talking with clients, we were walking the floor to see what the biggest trends and most common conversation topics were.
EHL Insights
MARCH 14, 2023
Change is inevitable, especially when we talk about tourism. Tastes change, as do external factors that force one to move/travel in new directions. Some can't wait for change, while others are still clinging to their former glory. To better prepare for such challenging times, in this digest, we talk about news related to changes in tourist flows and what innovative solutions can help hospitality to embrace these changes and thrive.
Travel Pulse
MARCH 15, 2023
Bank failures may lead to money worries that cause people to hold off on travel spending, driving down some prices.
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 15, 2023
The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia’s premier science museum, transformed! Imagine your next meeting in Philadelphia. Philadelphia knows something about meetings. The city hosted one of the most important meetings in American history in 1774, which led to the historic signing of the Declaration of Independence. Not only is Philadelphia the birthplace of American history, it’s also the birthplace of medical history—site of the nation’s first hospital, first medical school, first children’s hospi
Travel Daily Media
MARCH 15, 2023
The post Vivid Sydney 2023 program unveiled appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Vivid Sydney will deliver the biggest and most culturally relevant program in its event history when it returns in 2023 from Friday 26 May to Saturday 17 June. Australia’s largest event and the pioneer of light-based art and culture festivals in the Asia-Pacific region has assembled some of the world’s most innovative artists, talented music makers and thought leaders as part of its 2023 line-
Bizzaboo
MARCH 13, 2023
Despite the return of in-person events, virtual events are here to stay. In fact, 93% of event professionals plan to invest in virtual events moving forward. In large part, that’s because more than 80% of event organizers agree that virtual events help them reach a wider audience. At first glance, hosting virtual conferences and virtual webcasts may seem much easier than in-person events because they don’t require physical space or amenities.
DCI
MARCH 15, 2023
With pandemic era restrictions mostly a thing of the past , Canadian leisure travelers are in high demand, and fresh 2023 Canadian traveler research is helping marketers understand what’s new. To learn more about what they are seeking when booking trips, Development Counsellors International researched and published its third edition of its industry-leading report, “Capturing the Canadian Consumer: Insights into the Path to Purchase of the Canadian Travelers.
Convene by PCMA
MARCH 14, 2023
Save the Date! Join your friends and colleagues in Montreal, Québec from June 25 – June 28, 2023 for the annual PCMA EduCon. EduCon’s energetic, immersive and provocative program attracts thought leaders, event marketers, experience designers and business events strategists from around the world. EduCon is known industrywide for its innovative approach to education — and the small-group learning that builds lasting relationships.
Travel Pulse
MARCH 14, 2023
The country is reopening all visa applications.
Tourism eSchool
MARCH 17, 2023
Home Destinations Transforming Community Sentiment Towards Tourism By Nic Cooper, Regenerative Tourism Specialist Published on March 18, 2023 What happens when a community turns it back on tourism? This has become an occurrence in destinations across the world where the direct and indirect consequences of tourism having a negative impact on communities, has led to an anti-tourism movement.
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