The MICE Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

The focus was on addressing current tourism challenges and providing targeted training for participants. The event offered infotainment on sustainability and artificial intelligence, a generational dialogue between young and experienced tourism professionals and a discussion platform on the future of flying.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

In a recent episode of Field Notes, host Eric sat down with Kyle Stichtenoth, Senior Director of Digital Sales and Strategy at Advanced Travel and Tourism, to explore the evolving landscape of travel marketing. ” For destinations, this means moving beyond simply promoting a name to creating emotional connections through storytelling.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 14, 2025

He was sworn in at Convening Leaders in Houston in January 2025 alongside chair elect Kelly Ricker, COO of Global Technology Industry Association. Molly Horton Molly Horton, JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa promotes Horton to the role of director of group sales.

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Dana Communications

AUGUST 22, 2023

In layman’s terms, augmented ads use a digital technology known as augmented reality (AR) which changes a person’s perception of their surroundings when viewed through a device like a smartphone or tablet. As such, augmented ads have become a vital component of today’s most successful tourism campaigns.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

She brings over 15 years of experience in tourism and experiential marketing. With over three decades of experience in the Hawaii tourism industry, he is well-prepared to oversee and lead all operational departments and to develop and implement strategic plans to achieve growth objectives. Yoshida will serve as director of marketing.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Jason Sojka Jason Sojka, Louisville Tourism Louisville Tourism appoints Sojka as vice president of convention development. Anca Trifan Anca Trifan, MI&W Meetings & Incentives Worldwide (MI&W) welcomes Trifan as senior manager, strategic partnerships, event technology.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Australia Is Back Robin Mack of Tourism Australia emphasized that, following the pandemic, the destination is rebounding robustly. With robust recovery, innovative technology and a strong focus on sustainability, AIME 2025 is more than just an eventit can be used as a blueprint for the future of global meetings.

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Solimar International

JANUARY 16, 2025

The Role of DMOs in Shaping the Future of Tourism Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) are the backbone of regional tourism, acting as the strategic coordinators and stewards of many visitor economies worldwide. In this section, well explore four foundational technologies transforming the future of destination management.

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Panorama Travel

MAY 9, 2024

BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE & RESPONSIBLE FUTURE FOR OMAN TRAVEL & TOURISM INDUSTRY Sustainable Development of Oman Tourism, aligning with the Oman Vision 2040. Tourism is no longer a marginal sector or a secondary source of revenue for countries. This aligns with the ninth five-year plan and the Omani Tourism Strategy 2040.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2024

He most recently served as global president of Deployed Technologies (DTech), and he brings with him over three decades of experience in luxury hospitality companies. He brings over 30 years of expertise in the travel and tourism industry and has served in executive roles local to the region for 15 years.

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Solimar International

JULY 26, 2022

What is Tourism Planning? . Tourism planning consists of creating strategies to develop tourism in a specific destination. It is crucial for DMOs and tourism businesses to stay up-to-date. . Origin and development of tourism planning. The aim of tourism planning. Drafting tourism policies.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 16, 2022

Altamer , a luxury villa collection in the Caribbean’s Shoal Bay West, Anguilla, promoted Masshardt to general manager, making her the first woman to hold the role. Louisville Tourism promoted Lloyd to senior housing services manager. London event management company Hubilo Technologies Inc. Moira Masshardt. Sophie Ahmed.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 8, 2024

Sam Newton Sam Newton, Louisville Tourism Newton is Louisville Tourism ’s first-ever Airport Welcome Center Manager. EPN encompasses 28 member locations and creates 30,000 annual experiences championing the latest in AV technology. Most recently, he served as senior manager of operations at Frazier History Museum.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 23, 2023

He also worked as an executive consultant for multimedia and technology studio SenovvA. Jessica Dillree Dillree has been promoted to associate director of marketing for Louisville Tourism. Mathew Ratner Ratner is director of sports and entertainment tourism for Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB).

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Solimar International

JANUARY 16, 2025

This area is home to the four ranges of the Sundarbans Reserved Forest, the Ecologically Critical Area, and the gateway cities which support the tourism industry for the destination – including Khulna, Bagerhat, Mongla, Satkhira and Jassore. Academic Research on Community-Based Tourism out of Khulna University Dr. Md.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021. “It

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Turnball is managing director of Tourism Western Australia , a culmination of two decades as an international leader in the hospitality industry. Before joining Tourism Western Australia in 2020 as executive director of industry, aviation and markets, Turnball was chief executive officer of Azula management for Azerai Resorts.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Highlighting the culture and unique stories of a destination can leave an impression.  Engaging Digital Campaigns:  In the digital age, LEGO has successfully leveraged technology to engage audiences. appeared first on Advance Travel and Tourism.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The post Céline Cousteau and Alfonso Vegara to discuss how to promote responsible tourism at TIS 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. In a world where tourism is a major economic driver (contributing nearly $7.4 In a world where tourism is a major economic driver (contributing nearly $7.4

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 22, 2024

Paul Pomerantz Paul Pomerantz, ASAE As managing director of ASAE ’s Association Governance Institute (AGI), Pomerantz will lead the launch of the new initiative, which is dedicated to promoting excellence in governance practice for Associations. He has now taken a post with the Visit Oakland Board. Pete/Clearwater.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board announced a partnership with Clear Health Pass and Co.Protect branded protective equipment to help meeting professionals create frictionless solutions for establishing and executing protocols. “It We are LIVE from IMEX in EXVO HOME! — Allseated (@AllSeatedcom) November 9, 2021. .

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

I also use the opportunity to speak to students about the groundbreaking accomplishments of Black people in finance, medicine, technology, science and in hospitality. How can the industry do more to promote diversity? How can meetings become more accessible and inclusive?

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 24, 2024

The post TIS2024 is calling tourism experts to share trends and strategies in tourism innovation appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. The dynamic tourism sector is in constant transformation, driven by rapid change and emerging innovations.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Segarra joined the destination in 2022 as chief marketing officer and since then accelerated the organization’s widest range of promotional efforts in their history, resulting in record visitation rates and a $10 billion economic impact in the local tourism markets.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The post TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit selects the top 40 startups impacting tourism worldwide appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. A dozen startups have been recognised at the Touristech Startup Fest 2023, the global entrepreneurship competition hosted every year by TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit.

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ADMEI

MAY 15, 2024

If you’ve identified the perfect trade show but your budget doesn’t allow for a stand-alone booth, consider partnering with your CVB or tourism bureau. Once you’ve selected your shows, engage with them on social media, posting with official hashtags and tagging the host organization in promotional posts. Create compelling visuals.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2023

” Cvent Top Meeting Destinations | North America As pandemic restrictions eased and travel returned, convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) worked diligently to promote their cities and revive the industry as quickly as possible, and those efforts are paying off. 2) and San Diego, California (No. 6) and (No. 7) in 2019, respectively.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Red, White, and New: Efforts to Boost Sustainable Tourism in Poland. Here at Solimar International, we work to increase and promote sustainable and regenerative tourism around the world. We know that every country has its own unique challenges in implementing effective sustainable tourism.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The post TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit 2023 brings together the international tourism ecosystem in Seville appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Cybersecurity, Big Data & Analytics, Marketing Automation, GIS, Contactless Technology and Predictive Analytics, among others.

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Dana Communications

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Technology has improved the way we get out into the world – making it safer, more exciting and, ultimately, more accessible. This technology allows hotel guests to check in and pay using their mobile devices, saving them time and providing a seamless customer experience. Looking to gain a technological edge over your competitors?

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ADMEI

MAY 8, 2024

If you’ve identified the perfect trade show but your budget doesn’t allow for a stand-alone booth, consider partnering with your CVB or tourism bureau. Once you’ve selected your shows, engage with them on social media, posting with official hashtags and tagging the host organization in promotional posts. Create compelling visuals.

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 23, 2024

The post TIS2024 will address the 10 key innovations that are transforming the tourism sector worldwide appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit will once again turn Seville into the epicenter of tourism innovation and traveltech.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 31, 2023

The post Thailand Travel Mart (TTM+) 2023 highlights Thailand’s commitment towards sustainable tourism appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. This year, the TTM+ has returned to Bangkok after being held in Chiang Mai, Pattaya, and Phuket in previous years as part of the TAT’s strategy to promote provincial destinations.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 11, 2023

The ominous warning signs of climate change have accelerated our desire for ”last chance tourism,” driving us to observe animals and landscapes in danger–and to do our part to protect those ecosystems. Conservation tourism emerged from the 1950s conservation movement, originally aimed at protecting “nature from people.”

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 20, 2023

He will oversee product management, engineering, design and data strategy for PerformX, a SaaS-based incentive and recognition technology that helps to amplify business results. Amin has spent over 15 years offering strategic insight and technological acumen to propel revenue growth and drive consumer experiences.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 31, 2023

The post Thailand Travel Mart (TTM+) 2023 highlights Thailand’s commitment towards sustainable tourism appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. This year, the TTM+ has returned to Bangkok after being held in Chiang Mai, Pattaya, and Phuket in previous years as part of the TAT’s strategy to promote provincial destinations.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Meet the future of the Sustainable Tourism Industry. Three times per year, we run a virtual internship program, connecting with talented young professionals with a passion for sustainable tourism, conservation, and international development. Previously he worked in hospitality at Refuge de l’Oule, located amid the French Pyrenees.

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