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Smart Travel: MICE Industry’s Positive Impact on Business Travel, Wynn Resorts’ Bigger Better UAE Plans Revealed, Indigenous Tourism Booms and More

Smart Meetings

The strengthening meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) sector has also made major economic contributions, with businesses worldwide investing more in corporate travel that builds relationships both within teams and extended networks. 8 – March 31, 2025 These major savings can also be applied to incentives as well.

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The Future Is Now: Networking For Hybrid Events

Endless Events

And one of the most complex pertains to networking for hybrid events. Contrary to what happened in the past, hybrid experiences demand that you consider both in-person and remote attendees. While it’s exciting to regain the face-to-face aspect, we can’t just throw in the towel and forget about the remote attendees.

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Smart Travel: Chase and Travelport Team Up, Ottawa Airport and Light Rail Transit Connect, New Security Screening Wows in Frankfurt and More

Smart Meetings

This strategic move enhances the Aethos experience by integrating Yayems cutting-edge digital platform with Aethos expanding network of hotels, clubs and bespoke travel experiences. I cant wait to bring the newly formed Aethos Club to the world!

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Smart Chat: Q&A with Annette Gregg on Incentive Travel and Leadership

Smart Meetings

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. Read More: 2023 Smart Women in Meetings: Industry Leader Q: What is trending in incentives right now? Those are the top achievers.

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Think Small, Win Big: How Hotels Can Lead the Small Meetings Revolution

Smart Meetings

Factors such as the rise of remote and hybrid work environments and tighter corporate budgets have driven this change. Participation in Industry Events Networking is critical to establish credibility: Attend trade shows, conferences, and networking events where meeting planners congregate.

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The ultimate incentive experience A–Z: interview with Heidi Legein, Managing Director at The MICE Guru

The MICE Blog

I interviewed Heidi about her role and work across various business areas of the DMC, beginning by defining its role, how to host virtual site inspections, how DMCs contribute to destination marketing, sustainability and incentives. But what is an incentive? There are different types of incentives.

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It’s Gen Z’s Way or the Highway

Smart Meetings

Motivating the next generation of incentive travel winners will require a completely fresh approach, according to a new Leadership InSITEs study from SITE Foundation. Once a Gen Z worker has qualified for an incentive trip, they are not looking for structured group activities. In an exclusive Smart Chat Live! Watch Smart Chat Live!