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Sustainability, Regenerative Tourism and Getting Back to Business

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Using locally sourced wool from Fairie Haven Farm from the likes of RayRay, Coco and Chanel, two alpacas and a Lincoln Longwood sheep, Malvar-Stewart creates scarves, wedding gowns and other fashionable items. Malvar-Stewart hosts a farm-to-fashion activity for groups of up to 10 at Hangar 391, her German Village studio.

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How are Event Profs Celebrating GMID 2025?

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Why not celebrate GMID with some good old-fashioned learning? Major world events invariably influence our sector, highlighting the critical role tourism plays on the international stage. The hospitality and tourism sector is instrumental in driving the global economy. In true planner fashion, Im thinking years ahead!

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October 2018 Power Player: Scott Hermes, President of Irvine Company

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Hermes has hiring power at Coastal Collection, which encompasses The Resort at Pelican Hill , Fashion Island Hotel and Hotel Irvine. Hermes has also been chairman of the board for San Diego Tourism Authority and San Diego Tourism Marketing District. Hire people smarter than you. Prepare them for success.

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Orange Wildfire Haze Descends on NYC

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In characteristic Canadian politeness-first fashion, Tara Gordon, senior vice president of global sales and services for Destination Toronto apologized for the smoke coming to the U.S. New York City Tourism + Conventions, (formerly NYC & Co.) She added, “We are monitoring the situation closely.”

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5 Major Wellness Trends for Meeting Planners to Know Now

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Beauty (along with fashion, wellness lifestyle and wellness travel) is embracing ethical responsibility and socially responsible business practices, and touting a commitment to people and planet, with B Corp and Fair-Trade certifications.

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IMEX22 Shares Community-building Tools

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During a trip to Vietnam, Feldman noticed that circles of acquaintances always left enough space for more people to join, adding that event attendees can engage with one another in a similar fashion through intentional design: how they position themselves in groups. Tourism Diversity Matter Announces Expanded Team to Meet DEI Demand.

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Smart Moves in Fort Worth, Burlington and More

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With over two decades of experience in tourism and destination marketing, Jensen will work to expand regenerative tourism initiatives and strategies, measurement programs and storytelling initiatives with the UK team.