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Smart Travel: Record-Breaking Storm Pummels UK and Ireland; City Express by Marriott Expands to Four New Markets; Mayor of Nice, France, Seeks Cruise Ship Ban and More

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City Express by Marriott is gearing up to offer options in four new markets. Liz Mazzei, Aeros head of marketing, said of the collaboration, Traveling from city to slopes has never been easier. In search of comfortable-yet-affordable accommodations for your next meeting or event? just became easier.

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LA Fires Update: What Meeting Profs Need to Know

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21-25) The Grammys LA Mart Winter Market Gift + Home 2025 (Jan. 28-30) CMC LA Market Week (Jan. 13-15) Hotels Supporting Wildfire Evacuees: Sunset Tower Hotel Location: 8358 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 Offers: Accommodations for evacuees, including pet-friendly rooms. 24-26) TheFitExpo Los Angeles 2025 (Jan.

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Your guide to Frankfurt’s largest airport event venue: Frankfurt Airport Marriott Hotel and Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

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Located at Frankfurt Airport, Europe’s busiest airport, it is also one of the largest airport hotels in Europe. Frankfurt Airport Marriott Hotel and Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center are located under one roof, so guests have added convenience for both their stay and events.

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5 New Marketing Strategies You Should Be Using

Advanced Travel and Tourism

Destination marketing post-COVID will look different, which means travel and tourism companies will need to evolve their strategies to the changing times. It was a vast, growing market. . That often includes scenic, outdoor locations like beaches, National Parks, or road trips. How COVID-19 Changed Travel.

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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

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and China, whose business travel markets have expanded 13.4% The growing interest in blended travel, or bleisure , where business travelers extend trips to include personal vacations, has also played a hand in boosting the market. Wynn Al Marjan Island, located in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK), is projected to open in 2027 and cost $5.1

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2024 KTIA Annual Conference Recap

Advanced Travel and Tourism

Kentucky Department of Tourism Commissioner Mike Mangeot shared an overview of the current Kentucky Tourism marketing campaign and shared a brand-new video and campaign to promote the wonders of the state. Podcasts don’t have to be just about your location. Don’t be too ambitious with your content plan either.

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Video Content Marketing Strategy: Don’t Forget This One Crucial Step

Advanced Travel and Tourism

And video marketing statistics show that 83 percent of marketers claim video has helped them with lead generation. The stats don’t lie: video content marketing is king in our current times. But many DMOs miss out on a critical component in video creation and marketing. That means utilizing several different locations.

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