Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Read More : Today’s Best Practices for Visas and International Travel Business travel has been a key economic driver, thanks in no small part to the power of in-person meetings and events. Read More : Europe in Southern California Many meeting profs have found smaller cruise vessels to be ideal for incentives, breakouts and meetings.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 26, 2024

6 tips for budget-friendly, memorable rewards programs that are easy on the meeting prof Smart Meetings Vice President JT Long sat down with Melissa Moten, vice president of experience and event solutions at The Collective by BCD M&E, to discuss some key elements of planning a smooth and successful incentive trip.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 19, 2024

Luxury hotels debut exciting new spaces The golden ticket question to beginning to plan an incentive retreat: where to go? The property offers four event spaces: a ballroom and ballroom foyer, the divisible Glas, Rosa and Grüner Salons, the Remise + Patio and the See Club Event Deck, as well as a wine cellar.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 13, 2024

Take a further trip for more reward in Spring, 2024 With travel continuing to open up and return to natural form after years of Covid, the world is once again an oyster for meeting professionals looking for an international incentive trip or executive retreat that will be memorable and expand geographical and cultural horizons of attendees.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

There is both an art and a science to designing and executing effective incentive travel programs that motivate employees. In his book, The Gold Standard , He explains the five things to do to prepare, when an event is live and after it is wrapped up, with the follow-through being essential. It will make a big impact.”. True Winners.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Bring your attendees to a beautiful cabin for an unforgettable incentive So, you’re planning an incentive. Lucky for you, these new and renovated properties offer a beautiful cabin setting rich with fun recreation, decadent dining and gorgeous gathering spaces to give your event that complete once-in-a-lifetime feel.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 20, 2024

Luxurious international destinations for incentive travel From a concrete jungle to a tropical oasis, new and renovated properties open in international locations. 14 event venues together make for 17,000 sq. Perfect for an island incentive, the property design draws inspiration from the surrounding neighborhood. 5,726 total sq.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The landmark gathering also included social giveback moments and a sustainabilityinitiative thanks to the planting of 2,035 trees, enough to remove 303,000 kg of Co2 from the atmosphere by Zeero Events. He acknowledged that an epoch of change brings opportunity and fear because everything we have done in the past may not work any more.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2024

MPI, the largest association within the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) industry, has announced it will hold its 2025 European Meetings & Events Convention (EMEC) in Istanbul, the site of the EMEC 2014. This is our signature European event. It is inherently a European experience,” says Holmgreen.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 8, 2023

Gregg discusses trends in incentive travel, the importance of mentorship, being a woman in the industry and what the future holds as we enter the new era of the post-pandemic meetings industry. Q: What made you commit to the meetings and events industry? Q: What is the future for incentive travel? Those are the top achievers.

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Motivation Excellence

DECEMBER 18, 2023

We’ve had a lot to talk about over the last four years in our incentive travel industry! And they apply to single travelers, as well as incentive groups. More stringent rule structures could also come into play, as companies start requiring higher performance goals to qualify for incentive group travel.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Ottawa continues to position itself as a world-class destination for international conferences and events, said Lesley Pincombe, vice president of meetings and major events at Ottawa Tourism. In under 30 minutes, attendees can go from their flight to the heart of Ottawa. I cant wait to bring the newly formed Aethos Club to the world!

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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Motivation Excellence

APRIL 12, 2024

Motivation Excellence offers customized travel experience s and group travel incentives that will elevate everyone’s desire to earn a spot to attend! Travel experiences work extremely well as the reward vehicle for incentive programs. Let Us Lead the Way Incentive group travel is our forte at Motivation Excellence.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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Motivation Excellence

JULY 15, 2024

It is one of the reasons they offer incentive programs for channel partners. One of the rarely talked about secrets of using incentive programs to boost channel partner engagement is getting family members involved. At the top of the list is to include them in incentive program communications. It also extends to family members.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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Unique World Global Destinations

MARCH 17, 2025

Incentive travel is a big deal in the business world as it’s a reward for employee performance. Incentive travel programs have the potential to improve morale, job satisfaction and teamwork. Why is Incentive Travel Part of Corporate Success Incentive travel is a mo tivator in corporate business.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 11, 2025

Thinking about a cruise meeting or incentive but unsure if it aligns with your sustainability goals? and a major new player in Europes group travel and incentive planning scene. Viking is getting ready to launch a game-changing ship that will let your worries set sail. Hoping to give U.K. Once fully operational, the $1.5

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inVOYAGE

APRIL 1, 2025

Ever wondered what goes into planning the perfect event in Japan? Winter incentives can include private ski lodges, hot spring retreats, and snow festivals. Perfect for incentive groups looking to step off the beaten path, this experience provides an invigorating escape from city life while showcasing Japans wild and untamed beauty.

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inVOYAGE

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Sri Lanka is where ancient traditions and breathtaking landscapes meet luxury experiences, creating an unforgettable backdrop for incentive travel. Sip coconut water as you weave through markets, temples, and colonial architecture – an ideal blend of excitement and culture to kickstart your team’s incentive journey.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Smart Meetings Why are these discussions and resources about inclusion and accessibility in the meeting and events industry meaningful? Sophia Hyder Hock Fostering dialogue around inclusion and accessibility is meaningful as business events drive professional growth and knowledge-sharing and create significant economic impact.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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Endless Events

MARCH 3, 2022

A while ago, the Event Brew talked about social networks , wondering whether it was time to log off. If that truly is the case, another question quickly arises: how to promote events without social media? Community is one way to go about promoting events without social media, but it’s not just any community that will do.

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Pádraic Gilligan

MAY 17, 2024

Pádraic Gilligan, Managing Partner, SoolNua & Chief Marketing Officer, SITE In a recent session at IMEX Frankfurt, I had the privilege of participating in a panel discussion with fellow business events professionals Irina Graf (The MICE Blog), Gregory Baur (Zurich Convention Bureau) and Marvin Zemp (Luzern Convention Bureau).

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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Endless Events

JUNE 13, 2022

Today’s episode of the Event Tech Podcast was inspired by a recent Event Leadership Institute summit where Brandt and Will did a fast rundown on ten event technology trends. Most of the trends have gotten their own standalone Event Tech Podcast episode already. And what do NFTs have to do with events?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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Unique World Global Destinations

JANUARY 9, 2025

While its globally famous for the Cannes Film Festival, this vibrant city offers much more, making it a top choice for incentive trips , meetings , and events. This glamour sets the stage for dinners , gala events , and unique incentive trip experiences that reward top performers in style.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 15, 2025

The property offers a unique experience for meetings and events, anchored by the brands Cultural Collective program, which allows guests the opportunity to take part in a curated calendar of events. The property offers thoughtfully designed social and event spaces, including three Thinking Labs, a Penary Room and two Breakout Rooms.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Refract Seattle 2024 was the largest yet, in the festival’s sixth year—and it’s a shining example of an opportunity for business meetings and events, from citywides to VIP groups, to get connected with the locale of their chosen destination in an unforgettable way. We just want people to know who we are.

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