ADMEI

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FINALISTS Best Décor/Design CTC Destination Management, a DMC Network Company Roses & Ralphie Mosaix Group, a DMC Network Company Succession Woodstock and Bridgerton Come to Town! Travel Association's IPW 2023: "Viva San Antonio" Best Destination Marketing Eventis Destination Services "It's a Wrap!"

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Solimar International

MAY 9, 2024

According to the forecasts from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the global tourism sector is anticipated to witness a substantial increase, with projections indicating a surge to 1.8 This growth underscores the pivotal role of tourism destinations in driving economic progress.

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Solimar International

JUNE 12, 2022

Partaking in nature based tourism while visiting Capurganá, Colombia is a tool to drive economic success, protect biodiversity, and build a strong social impact. This provides a tremendous opportunity to improve its competitive edge for nature based tourism both internationally and domestically. What is Nature-Based Tourism? .

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The tourism industry looked very different merely 10 years ago. At that time, widespread internet usage had already wildly changed the landscape of the industry, increasing customer autonomy from the days of travel agency appointments and packages. Read on to learn the history of how social media changed the tourism industry.

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Solimar International

MARCH 1, 2022

Last year, Solimar International’s Director of Conservation & Community Development, Chloe King , conducted a first-of-its-kind study of 30 tourism operators around the world. In 2022, our society—and the tourism industry embedded within it—is at a crossroads.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Solimar International is pleased to announce our Fall 2022 Travel Writing and Tourism Development Internship Cohort! This semester’s cohort comprises 14 inspired individuals with a common interest in sustainable development and tourism. Meet the Current Tourism Development Internship Cohort: Ellison Fellers.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Tourism destinations go through various stages of development, and during each of them, managers face issues and challenges that need to be addressed to guarantee the ongoing success of the destination. What is an emerging destination? . Emerging destinations are examples of the first two stages of this cycle.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 17, 2023

More specifically, a new tool is becoming widely used in various fields, impacting also the travel industry: Artificial Intelligence (AI). ” The travel and tourism industry , in particular, has embraced AI’s potential, leveraging its power to drive workforce optimization and revolutionize how we explore the world. .”

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Solimar International

APRIL 11, 2022

What exactly is Sustainable Tourism , and why should I care? According to the Global Sustainable Tourism Council , sustainable tourism is the practice of acknowledging the impacts of tourism, both good and bad, to minimize environmental and economic damage while spurring job creation along with cultural and wildlife preservation.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 3, 2021

At Solimar, we value tourism for the economic and social development that it brings to communities all over the world. When done right, building a strong tourism economy is a great way for local residents of any region to nurture their own cultural heritage and also provide meaningful educational experiences to visitors.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Former Solimar International Sustainable Tourism Internship Stories. Solimar International is a marketing firm that specializes in sustainable tourism. It is our goal to give our sustainable tourism interns the opportunity to learn the skills necessary to further thrive in the tourism and international development industries.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 25, 2023

This paradigm shift reinterprets tourism models, emphasizing consciousness, autonomy, and bottom-up strategies while detaching from predatory practices. Community-Based Tourism (CBT) exemplifies sustainable tourism, promoting local development through social justice, resource redistribution, sustainability, and empowerment.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 15, 2023

Sustainable Tourism: How it Impacts Communities – Solimar Kairouan (Kairouan – Photo by Haythem Gataa on Unsplash ) Sustainable Tourism: The Turning Tide of Travel We all know the age-old story of mass tourism. In this all-too-familiar tale, the negative impacts of tourism become evident.

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Solimar International

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

When not managed or appropriately planned, tourism can be a very extractive process that comes at the expense of local people and their homes. Often, multinational tourism companies capitalize on popular destinations to the detriment of residents. What Does Regenerative Tourism Do for the Planet?

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Solimar International

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Tragically, this political turmoil also destroyed Liberia’s tourism sector. The government also aims to do this through digital marketing and sustainable development of their tourism sector. With more tourists, the Liberian tourism sector will be able to develop further. million hectares of forested land: 43.4%

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AltexSoft Travel

JULY 14, 2022

In the last few years (and especially after the pandemic), travel trends have dramatically shifted and multiple studies prove it. TripAdvisor‘s “Travel in 2022: A Look Ahead” Report. Moreover, half of Gen Z respondents said they want to get out of their comfort zone and crave a sense of risk and excitement while traveling.

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Solimar International

JULY 22, 2022

In part one of this series, we discussed how tourism and climate change are inextricably linked. Nature-based tourism is becoming increasingly vulnerable to changing weather patterns, while the nature of tourism itself contributes 8% of global emissions.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Destined to engage tourism stakeholders across the entire trail, the Geotourism program is designed to protect, manage, and promote sustainable tourism on the LCNHT. Locals understand what makes their town stand out and know why their town should be a tourist destination along the trail. Historic places (e.g.,

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Path Destination Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

“An alternative approach to tourism” I recently read an interesting analysis by Andrew Holden (Director for the Centre for Research into Environment and Sustainable Tourism at the University of Bedfordshire) in which he describes the characteristics of “alternative tourism” as opposed to traditional mass (neoliberal) tourism.

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Solimar International

MAY 23, 2022

The travel and tourism industry is no exception. Technology is driving the way in which travellers are searching, accessing and consuming travel content. According to Wex’s US Travel Trends Report 2019 , technology influences the imagination and preparedness of travellers today – this cannot be overstated.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 29, 2021

Understanding what makes a travel destination website successful is crucial for anyone interested in reaching more potential travelers online. Sparking travel inspiration is a tough task, so we have compiled a list of the top 10 destination websites that inspire us and motivate us to imagine creative ways to entice travel plans.

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Solimar International

JULY 11, 2021

In other words, destination branding is all about who you are. It is the focal part of destination marketing that, in turn, defines how you communicate and deliver your messaging to the right audiences. . While the global economy and the tourism sector recovers, eager travellers are anxiously waiting for their turn to travel again.

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Path Destination Management

MAY 31, 2017

Why working closely with local small business suppliers is the right path for destination management companies to deliver responsible tourism. Our partners’ travellers have an exclusive and incredible opportunity to experience an activity which feels like it’s ‘theirs’. What we think of as responsible travel at its best.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The support, cooperation, and commitment of stakeholders is essential to ensure long-term, successful sustainable development of the dynamic and highly complex tourism industry. Other than economic and environmental considerations, the third pillar of sustainable destination development, is the socio-cultural context, according to the UNWTO.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

At Solimar International, we hold three virtual internship programs every spring, summer and fall that are dedicated to advancing future sustainable tourism industry leaders. In this blog, two of our Summer 2022 share their experiences working on different tourism development projects around the world. Timor-Leste on a map.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Tourism is truly a booming industry and affects many people around the world. Some destinations have flourished, but many have had to endure the negative aspects of tourism. In this blog we cover the question of what a destination development plan is, what process it undergoes and why every destination needs one.

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Path Destination Management

MAY 29, 2021

Welcome to a new era for Path… This past year has been challenging for everyone, particularly those of us in the travel industry. With that, we are incredibly happy to introduce our brand-new website which has been updated for a whole new era of travel post-lockdown. This new era in travel will create a new era for Path.

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The MICE Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Back in July, I hosted a week-long Instagram Live series with Heidi Legein, Managing Director at The MICE Guru , a destination management company (DMC) based in Norway. During the past months of the lockdown, Heidi has been actively promoting her destination and inspiring and educating fellow event professionals about Norway.

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Solimar International

MAY 25, 2022

How to Build a Successful Destination Brand. The tourism industry is one of the most universally robust industries in the world. Hundreds of thousands of people travel every year, and there are many types of travelers who feed into the industry. Even more people work in the tourism sector.

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Solimar International

JULY 18, 2023

FINDING SOLIMAR Throughout my time studying food security at the University of Edinburgh, I was vaguely aware of the advantages of sustainable tourism development projects in vulnerable areas of the world, but I wasn’t clear about how these efforts can actualize environmental and social improvements in practice.

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Solimar International

MAY 20, 2024

What is a DMO, and how is it used to develop a community into a tourist destination? To begin examining the success of Discover Sugar River Region as a Destination Management Organization (DMO), we must first discuss what a DMO is and how it can be used as a community catalyst. miles in Sullivan County, New Hampshire.

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Solimar International

MAY 18, 2024

Understanding the Role of AI in the Tourism Industry In recent years, the tourism industry has witnessed a transformative shift in how travelers plan and book their trips, thanks to advancements in artificial intelligence. How did tourism companies implement cutting-edge AI technology, and what is the outcome?

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Solimar International

JULY 18, 2023

FINDING SOLIMAR Throughout my time studying food security at the University of Edinburgh, I was vaguely aware of the advantages of sustainable tourism development projects in vulnerable areas of the world, but I wasn’t clear about how these efforts can actualize environmental and social improvements in practice.

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Solimar International

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

World Tourism Day is here! Communities in destinations around the world are finding ways to celebrate both virtually and in person. The 2021 theme chosen by the World Tourism Organization is “Tourism for Inclusive Growth”. What is World Tourism Day? What is World Tourism Day? Every year on 27th September.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 30, 2022

The term sustainable travel comes with many interpretations. But, navigating what this means as a traveler can be complicated. In the simplest terms, sustainable travel refers to efforts to engage in environmentally friendly behaviors that limit tourism’s negative impacts on natural environments and local communities.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Tourism is not static. Destinations often struggle with adapting to the dynamic mindset of tourists, however. There are a number of techniques to mitigate seasonality in strategic destination planning, but what exactly are these? These are the considerations needed to curtail seasonality in strategic destination planning.

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CSI DMC

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Choosing the right Destination Management Company (DMC) is pivotal for event success. Utilizing their deep destination knowledge, creativity, and strong local relationships they will navigate the intricacies of the destination down to the last detail while making your program vision a reality from concept to completion.

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