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 archipelago’s dedication to environmental conservation elevates the term of “off-the-grid” to something that benefits the world.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Indoor meeting spaces and dining rooms, outdoor set-ups and banquet halls that are somewhere in between inside and outside provide an exquisite off-the-grid location for meetings and incentives. Get ahead of the remote location travel trend by offering a remote location with five-star amenities.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Hotels in Denver, Irvine and Little Elm offer luxurious peace after days of play These new and renovated properties embrace sustainability and celebrate their natural surroundings. It embodies the property’s commitment to sustainability—and it’s not just for show. of meeting and event space. The Elm’s 500 sq.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 21, 2024

Smart Meetings looked at several locations whose primary objective is creating a comfortable environment that supports wellness, self-care and restoration. This can enhance the organization’s reputation and attractiveness to attendees who value wellness and sustainability. How does this impact the overall experience?

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Dana Communications

JANUARY 25, 2023

Transformational Retreats Travelers are booking destinations that offer life-altering experiences, not just pretty views. Enter the world of “transformational” retreats. Also on the rise are so-called “cowboy-cations” to similar low-key locations with log cabins and flickering fires. And we couldn’t be happier.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 18, 2022

The 500-acre Cedar Lakes Estate in upstate NewYork has seen a huge bump in inquiries for corporate retreats — 150 percent more inquiries than in 2019. “If It was unusual and yet right on trend: A potential client wanted to take their team to Barcelona for what would be the company’s first-ever retreat in its 16-year history.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 8, 2024

Get more character, history and experience this summer in boutique hotels Try something a little different for your summer incentives, small meetings or executive retreats in major destinations. Visitors can have both the exciting nightlife of the city and the peaceful nature of the beach with this hotel’s easily accessible location.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 13, 2023

The redevelopment of the Terminal 8’s retail and food options will lay emphasis on local food purveyors and sustainability. Air Canada has also re-introduced Newark Liberty International Airport to its roster of lounges with the opening of the new United ClubSM location in Newark Terminal A. The 165-seat, 8,168-square-foot (761 sq.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 16, 2023

Gardens for Gatherings The Steward The Steward, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott , opens in Santa Barbara, California, with history and sustainability at its forefront. Local eco-friendly groups will regularly deliver informational talks on stewardship and sustainability.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 30, 2023

A quest to find sustainable event experts leads to an emerging wine region in California’s Central Coast It’s not your imagination. This is more than a sustainability moment for meetings. The quest to design green meetings often feels like a greenhouse gas-cutting limbo game. Green meetings are here to stay.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

Business concerns from retention to sustainability are being met with business travel solutions. For instance, Salesforce introduced Trailblazer Ranch this February, a wooded California retreat designed to be an off-site for company gatherings. Lastly, travel is always a way to exemplify company values—like sustainability.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 26, 2018

Splacer CEO Adi Biran, who has studied the collective dynamics of the Israeli kibbutzes, is hopeful that the site will “foster creativity, build community and promote a more sustainable model of urban life.”. She describes the technology platform as a concierge connecting meeting organizers to space owners in undiscovered places.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

MARCH 17, 2025

Located within the walls of Old Qubec, a noted UNESCO World Heritage site, visitors can easily explore charming neighborhoods, world-class restaurants, and cultural landmarks all on foot. For groups invested in sustainability, Fairmont and Accor hotels boast a continued effort to reduce their carbon footprint within each of their properties.

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Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Or picture exploring remote, breathtaking locations on a luxury expedition cruise that combines the thrill of adventure with the comforts of a five-star hotel. Custom wellness retreats, for example, can include fitness programs, spa treatments, and gourmet meals designed just for you.

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inVOYAGE

OCTOBER 24, 2024

This island nation seamlessly blends cultural authenticity and modern comforts; natural wonders and opulent splendour - offering travellers adventure, tranquillity and opportunity, making it a must-visit location for those seeking an experience unlike any other. Inland, the scenery shifts dramatically.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

It is one of the best examples of the country’s community-based tourism, showing that Armenia’s sustainable tourism potential is endless. Envoy Hostels , who operate locations in both cities, claim 70% of travelers visit both countries during their trip to this area of the world. Community Involvement in Armenian Sustainable Tourism.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Palmer was soon apron-deep in projects in the area, applying his local-done-well aesthetic to hotels, opening Hotel Healdsburg (paired with his award-winning Dry Creek Kitchen), then sustainable h2hotel, and most recently Harmon Guest House. of meeting space, and a signature restaurant on 5.5 Only one legal bath house, Grange, remains.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 9, 2024

Tropical locations offer beautiful beaches with luxury all-inclusive resorts for executive retreats and incentives, but travelers are now wanting something more. Off-site visits, cultural experiences and sustainability practices are continuing to be strong hospitality trends as we enter 2024. or “Let’s Go!”

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Located in Utah’s red rock bluffs in St. George, Red Mountain Resort offers all-inclusive packages that help streamline the process for planners while providing attendees with an inspiring retreat through the services of a dedicated staff. “We A Unique Blend of Spirituality and Luxury.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The stunning beaches, unique local culture, and unspoiled natural beauty make it an idyllic retreat for travelers seeking a getaway. Managing tourism levels is an important consideration for the location as to not overcrowd the area and degrade its natural beauty. Serenity: Cox’s Bazar.

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ADMEI

JULY 10, 2024

Their client, an association that serves disabled veterans, selected Atlantic City for their 2023 convention location, an event that, for many attendees, is the only time they travel each year. By championing accessibility, DMCs can ensure that gathering together for retreats, conferences, and getaways is truly possible for everyone.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 20, 2024

Corporate travel is entering a new era with changing policies that incorporate and prioritize employee wellness, modern technology and sustainability. Super Commuting and Employee Exchange Programs Emerge Top talent is not always conveniently located close to the office.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Each location comes with carefully selected activities and practical planning guidance to help craft an experience your team will treasure. Mountain Retreat Experiences Mountain getaways blend physical challenge with team spirit in spectacular natural settings. Our programs adapt seamlessly to groups of all sizes and abilities.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

To cite but one packager, Tinggly , a travel company that organizes affordable, giftable and sustainable travel experiences around the world, has hundreds of new international excursions with all the wintry charm for welcoming whomever the cold brings in. Omni Hotels & Resorts is offering deals at locations across the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 23, 2022

Executives and meetings professionals in search of locations to hold meetings, executive retreats, conferences, and incentive trips will be inspired by Asheville’s spirit, scenic beauty, and fresh mountain air.”. The Cottage is Biltmore’s intimate option: a 1,500-square-foot retreat which can accommodate up to five attendees.

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Tourism eSchool

MARCH 8, 2023

How to embed these sustainable or regenerative practices into day-to-day operations and decision making, is very different for each business. So in this article, we take you through our Top 10 Tips For All Tourism Businesses on Their Sustainable/Regenerative Journey , which can be advantageous to all parts of the tourism industry.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Luxury All-Inclusive Kimpton Tres Rios by Playa Hotels & Resorts Set to Open Next Year Playa Hotels & Resorts , the largest owner and operator of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean, has officially opened 2025 reservations for its newest property, Kimpton Tres Rios , located in Riviera Maya.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Luxury All-Inclusive Kimpton Tres Rios by Playa Hotels & Resorts Set to Open Next Year Playa Hotels & Resorts , the largest owner and operator of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean, has officially opened 2025 reservations for its newest property, Kimpton Tres Rios , located in Riviera Maya.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 15, 2022

Regenerating the world’s resources and repairing the damage accrued over centuries is now the ultimate sustainability stretch goal,” says their Future 100 Report. Some companies are making these spaces their own — Salesforce has leased its own woodsy retreat for remote employees to gather and connect.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 8, 2024

Having celebrated its 40 th anniversary in 2023, the company is now embarking on a sustainable growth strategy that will introduce its unique style of family-centric hospitality to multiple new markets, including dynamic Middle Eastern destinations, as it strives to become one of the planet’s top 100 hotel operators by 2027.

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Redfin

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Echoing this sentiment, Jason from The Ecoporium , a local store that offers sustainable products, adds, “What truly sets Boise apart is its connection to nature. Have a peaceful retreat at the Idaho Botanical Garden For those looking to get lost in nature, the Idaho Botanical Garden is an oasis worth exploring.

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Travel Daily News

MARCH 29, 2023

Many organizations postponed or canceled conferences and corporate retreats during the COVID-19 pandemic; many of which were planned years in advance. Lake Placid represents an attractive location for conferences, as many conference attendees have expressed interest in visiting the region to their conference planners and organizers.

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ITA Group

JULY 20, 2021

Nature's biological and psychological benefits make glamorous camping, or glamping, an ideal award for incentive recipients who have earned a retreat. Glamping aligns well with participants desire to reconnect with nature, corporate social responsibility goals and values such as environmental sustainability and supporting rural communities.

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Business Traveler USA

AUGUST 8, 2022

“Astronomy elicits feelings of wonder and amazement,” says Sandra Benitez Herrera, a remote fellow for the Office of Astronomy for Development, an organization that promotes the use of stargazing for sustainable development. This boom in dark-sky retreats will make the mental-health benefits of stargazing even more widespread.

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Redfin

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Plus, it’s a wonderful spot for those looking for a peaceful garden retreat,” she adds. Located in the heart of the Midtown district , this beautifully restored Art Deco theater is known for its unique charm and eclectic mix of independent films, classic movies, and special events.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 28, 2023

Diverse locations in MICE Cities/destinations At least 13 hotels with meeting space and facilities are open in 2023 in Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, and Hua Hin. The location is not, however, limited to each particular city but a cluster of city, as well.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 7, 2022

From the newly named, renovated and expanded SAFE Credit Union Convention Center located just 15 minutes from Sacramento International Airport , top-notch hotels and unique venues to award-winning cuisine as America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital , group activities and more, Sacramento’s unconventional experiences make for memorable meetings.

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