Smart Meetings

JULY 11, 2023

Meaningful rewards are more important than ever for Gen Z and remote workers In the age of Apple, AI, bytes, bits and working from home, incentive travel today is more important than ever. Remote Workforce Driving Demand for Incentives The Incentive Research Foundation underlines that the U.S.

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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

OCTOBER 11, 2024

and China Drive Business Travel Recovery A new report by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) predicts business travel spending will reach a new height of $1.5 and China, whose business travel markets have expanded 13.4% trillion by the end of 2024. Key players are the U.S. million people).

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 8, 2023

Smart Women in Meetings: Industry Leader winner and CEO of SITE Annette Gregg sat down with Smart Meetings on the brink of SITE’s 50th anniversary. Gregg gained experience during her more than 3 years at Meeting Professionals International (MPI), moving from senior vice president of the experience team to chief revenue officer.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 23, 2021

“Everyone has a dog now,” Jenn Glynn, managing partner with Meeting Encore, stated this week in a conversation with Philip Eidsvold, vice president of strategic alliances at One10, about the changing demands of attracting attendees to in-person incentive trips. Listen to the whole Incentive Trends conversation on demand.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 23, 2021

“Everyone has a dog now,” Jenn Glynn, managing partner with Meeting Encore , stated this week in a conversation with Philip Eidsvold, vice president of strategic alliances at One10 , about the changing demands of attracting attendees to in-person incentive trips. Listen to the whole Incentive Trends conversation on demand.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

New Properties and Meeting Space in Some of Europe’s Most Desirable Destinations Building an incentive experience? A small meeting? It’s perfect for incentive meetings with an oceanside twist. An expert concierge team works with you to arrange a tailored group meeting or event. A corporate retreat?

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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. of meeting space. Perfect for an island incentive, the property design draws inspiration from the surrounding neighborhood. The over 7,500 sq. 5,726 total sq.

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Pádraic Gilligan

MAY 11, 2020

by Pádraic Gilligan, Managing Partner, SoolNua & Chief Marketing Officer, SITE Will Covid-19 kill Incentive travel? I’m referring, of course, to the endless chatter around what meetings 3.0 or incentives 3.0. Read more » The post Will Covid-19 kill Incentive Travel?

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 6, 2023

United Adds New Non-Stops to 100+ International Cities This Summer to Meet ‘Soaring Overseas Travel Demand’ United Airlines has announced that it will fly to 114 different international cities this summer and has expanded its flying by 25% versus last year to meet the sharp increase in demand for travel outside of the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 18, 2024

WTP’s Frank Harrison Shares the Top Three Business Travel Trends for the Coming Year Frank Harrison As the travel industry around the world continues to recover post-pandemic, new business travel trends have emerged that meeting professionals will have to master to optimize attendance.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Incentive travel is changing, but how? Stephanie Harris, president of Incentive Research Foundation (IRF), tells us exactly that in the Smart Chat Live! webinar, “2022 Incentive Trends Explained.” Read More : Incentive Hyperdrive. The full Incentive Travel Index is available at incentiveindex.com.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Destinations that make you want to unplug Staying connected to technology and committing to constant communication can feel as though its pertinent to incentive recipients and corporate retreat attendees. The post Off-the-Grid Incentives in Paradise appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Extraordinary Incentive Experience in St. Thomas immersed meeting professionals in luxury When top incentive meeting professionals gather in the U.S. Thomas where The Westin Beach Resort & Spa Frenchman’s Reef hosted meeting planners and hotel and destination partners for three days of education and networking.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 1, 2024

When more than 500 experts in the art of using travel to motivate performance met in the Bahamas at Baha Mar for Incentive Research Foundation’s Invitational 2024 , it was personal—as in attendees were surprised with celebrations of anniversaries, birthdays and special occasions gleaned from a pre-event survey and some judicious Facebook stalking.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2024

Welcome to Smart Travel, our weekly column where we share our latest tips and tricks to stay up to date on the can’t-miss news in travel. Today, we explore top travel apps and services, can’t-miss pricing for those planning a South American getaway, new international airline routes and more.

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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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The MICE Blog

JUNE 3, 2022

Incentives are the most exciting part of the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibition) business. The return of incentive travel has given clients the opportunity to book these trips with confidence. After more or less four weeks, at the end of March, nearly all incentive trips were cancelled.

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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. Read More : South Florida Meetings: Health, Wellness and Productivity. “We Kondos Field suggested that meeting professionals take this time after the tragedy of the pandemic. Life is about choice.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2021

In April, Discover The Palm Beaches partnered with the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) to host an in-person event to discuss what factors are driving buyer decisions for incentive travel. Companies looking to reinstate incentive travel also considered the industries of prospective participants in the incentive programs.

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Skift Meetings

JANUARY 11, 2024

Skift Take: Today’s incentive travelers want more than just a free trip — they demand deep, meaningful experiences that are good for the planet and food for the soul. Here are three ways incentive destinations can help travelers connect not just with each other but also with their purpose and place in the world.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Las Vegas Uber drivers were busy again dodging F1 lane closures on The Strip as G2E Global Gaming Expo pinged its way to The Venetian and IMEX America returned to Mandalay Bay Convention Center with the ultimate educational pre-game, Smart Monday by Meeting Professionals International.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Boutique hotels in Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines and Sri Lanka Incentive trends are seeing increasing interest in international destinations, experiential opportunities to discover the country and a focus on wellness. Prefer to stay on land? The excursion is equally diverse and beautiful.

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Motivation Excellence

JUNE 7, 2024

At Motivation Excellence, we specialize in creating innovative channel partner incentive programs that motivate distributors, dealers, and other partners to excel. We understand the intrinsic link between channel partner incentives and personal motivation.

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Motivation Excellence

AUGUST 12, 2024

Personalization and group travel may seem like they don’t mesh. There are numerous ways to personalize group travel programs , whether you are putting together an incentive travel program for employees or channel partners. Group travel is something we specialize in at Motivation Excellence.

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Motivation Excellence

AUGUST 12, 2024

Personalization and group travel may seem like they don’t mesh. There are numerous ways to personalize group travel programs , whether you are putting together an incentive travel program for employees or channel partners. Group travel is something we specialize in at Motivation Excellence.

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Unique World Global Destinations

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Dubai, a city synonymous with opulence and innovation, has firmly established itself as one of the world’s premier destinations for high-end incentive travel. These venues cater to the specific needs of corporate incentive groups, ensuring that both work and leisure are conducted in the utmost style and comfort.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

MAY 2, 2024

In travel planning, the choice between a traditional travel agency and an incentive travel company will significantly impact the success of your group trip. Read on to explore why opting for an incentive travel company like Brightspot can transform your group travel experience.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

APRIL 14, 2024

In travel planning, the choice between a traditional travel agency and an incentive travel company will significantly impact the success of your group trip. Read on to explore why opting for an incentive travel company like Brightspot can transform your group travel experience.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 20, 2022

Today’s business traveler is looking to get the most out of every trip. Company excursions, teambuilding activities and luxurious incentives have all built on the growing trend of bleisure travel. Meeting Group Broker Amy Robb of Meetings Made Easy recommends cruises as incentive trips for high achievers.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

JUNE 20, 2023

When you think of hosting your meeting or incentive trip in Dubai, what comes to mind? As meeting planners and event consultants , it’s essential to understand the underlying factors that drive and support the constant innovation in this remarkable destination. Dubai’s modern infrastructure and transportation.

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Unique World Global Destinations

JULY 14, 2024

Corporate incentive travel is a powerful tool used by companies to reward employees, boost morale, and drive performance. In this guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about corporate incentive travel and how to make it a success. Benefits of Corporate Incentive Travel 1.

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Motivation Excellence

JUNE 21, 2024

Motivation Excellence specializes in developing and implementing employee rewards and incentive programs. There’s no better incentive! Having a reward and recognition, or incentive program, in play is a great way to increase engagement. In recent years, we’ve noticed a greater focus on custom rewards within our client base.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Countries are continuing to relax their previously strict travel policies as Covid is perceived to be relatively under control. With most people vaccinated and fewer reports of positive cases, Covid related mandates in the travel industry have been relaxed. So, the question is—where are the travel trends going in 2023?

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

6 tips for a smooth European event from an international DMC expert If it seems to you everyone is taking their incentive meeting to Europe this year, you are not alone. Read More : A Manifesto for Good Travel and Tourism 3. The post How to Host a Brava Meeting in Italy appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Motivation Excellence

JUNE 15, 2024

At Motivation Excellence, we specialize in creating innovative channel partner incentive programs that motivate distributors, dealers, and other partners to excel. We understand the intrinsic link between channel partner incentives and personal motivation. This approach ensured the program was self-funded.

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Traveler's Q

JUNE 7, 2022

Plus it benefits domestic and international travel as well as the hospitality industry. A Guide to Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions appeared first on Traveler's Q. MICE is key for global business. Read on to learn all about the different elements that make up the MICE industry.

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