Smart Meetings

APRIL 25, 2025

April 25, 2025 On Friday, the Florida House of Representatives passed a pair of bills that could change how tourism taxes are used in the state. HB 1221 (Local Option Taxes) has been edited since it was introduced in February, but according to a bill analysis filed April 22, the effect of the measure which passed by a margin of 62 to 45, would be to change tourist development taxes (TDTs) from limited use revenue to general revenue, which must be used to offset county property taxes beginning in

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ETC Corporate

APRIL 23, 2025

New research from the European Travel Commission (ETC) highlights shifting travel behaviours among Europeans this spring and summer.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

APRIL 23, 2025

CHALLENGE The COVID-19 pandemic led to the complete shutdown of Amtrak’s Adirondack route, a vital link between Northern New York and Montreal, Canada. This iconic line, known for its scenic beauty and economic importance to communities along the route, remained dormant for over three years due to border restrictions and reduced travel demand.

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Pádraic Gilligan

APRIL 25, 2025

by Pdraic Gilligan, Co-founder, SoolNua & Research and Consultancy, SITE Recently Jenn Attersall of Destination Canada and I spent a week in Western Canada with eight corporate buyers of incentive travel, starting in Calgary and winding our way west to Vancouver, the bulk of our journey aboard the legendary Rocky Mountaineerone of the worlds great.

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Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to keyless entry, in-room entertainment, and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 21, 2025

With the Rocky Mountains as a backdrop, The Broadmoor is a meeting destination that will take your attendees breath away. In business for more than 100 years, The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs offers an authentic mountain meeting destination like no other. The resort has more consecutive wins of both the Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond awards than any property in the world, and for good reason.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 25, 2025

Aiming for a meeting or incentive thats truly once-in-a-lifetime? Oceania Cruises just debuted new celestial cruises that will have your attendees staring up in awe. Comparing APAC airlines for upcoming travel plans? Air New Zealand has a new tantalizing offer in the shape of a totally reimagined jumbo jet. Considering a last-minute trip to Dubai for Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025?

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EHL Insights

APRIL 25, 2025

Wellness is no longer just a trendits a movement reshaping industries, and the hospitality sector is no exception. In an era where sustainable self-care and mental health take center stage, global hospitality leader Accor is at the forefront, revolutionizing what it means to truly care for guests. This is not about spa retreats; its a paradigm shift that integrates well-being into every element of the guest experience.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 23, 2025

Its been a little over one week since we introduced Bizzabos new networking suite to the world and while were still in the early days, one thing is already clear: The future of event engagement isnt about content. Its about connection. Since launch, weve been talking with event organizers, industry leaders, and tech partners and the conversations all point in the same direction.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 23, 2025

The anniversary of the pandemic recalls the way in which our industry adapted to those shocks and expanded our capacities, and should remind us to trust our own experience in turning uncertainty and fear into new possibilities. In recent months, the World Uncertainty Index calculated by academics at the business intelligence company Economist Intelligence Unit by counting the number of times the word uncertain appears in their global country reports has nearly tripled, climbing from 14,600 ins

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 21, 2025

Earth Day has to be every day in the world of hospitality. To ensure around-the-clock focus on protecting the planet, Destination DC has mapped out a Sustainability District devoted to community, climate and clean energy. It is less a geographic region than it is a demonstration of best practices in venues. I recently visited and came up with these strategies for finding responsible partners.

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Join us and connect with experts at the 3rd International Conference on Heart and Cardiovascular Diseases”, scheduled on May 05-06, 2025 in Dubai, UAE with the theme of “Novel Progression Towards the Heart and Cardiovascular Research”.

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Redfin

APRIL 23, 2025

In a world where minimalism has long reigned supreme, maximalism often gets written off as cluttered, chaotic, or just too much. But that perception is shifting. More and more people are craving spaces that feel personal, expressive, and unapologetically lived in. Maximalism isnt about messits about meaning. Its your concert posters from a decade ago, the quirky thrifted treasures you couldnt leave behind, and shelves so full they tell your story at a glance.

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Tourism Tiger

APRIL 23, 2025

Not too long ago, I had the opportunity to sit down with the owners of a cool new tour business in Chile named Evoluzion (regular readers of this blog may remember that we are currently working out of Santiago, Chile.) Theyre like most tour operators. They love tourism and they love their country.

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MPI

APRIL 25, 2025

Innovative concepts and products ensured 2025 IACC Americas Knowledge Exchange attendees left with a wealth of knowledge and skills.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 23, 2025

Recent announcements about career changes include: Visit Indy Strengthens Sales Team: Four Visit Indy team members have been promoted to Area Sales Leader, a new leadership role that empowers senior staff to mentor sales managers and oversee specific markets: Minerva Garcia, nearing 11 years with Visit Indy, leads corporate groups and associations in the Northeast and Southeast markets, including Kentucky, Ohio, and Michigan, as well as international groups ranging from 101 peak rooms to citywid

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TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 21, 2025

Leadership expert Shane Feldman shares strategies for authentic engagement, community-building and navigating AI The main goal of a meeting planner is to create an engaging experience that enables people from all walks of life to connect under an umbrella of ideas in an environment forged around connection, learning and innovating. In the recent webinar, Driving Connection & Collaboration in a New World, Smart Meetings spoke with leadership expert Shane Feldman, founder of Count Me In, who h

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Redfin

APRIL 23, 2025

Packing for a move is always stressful. Between making sure you have enough moving boxes to fit all your stuff and trying not to drop your TV, theres more than enough on your plate. One aspect that might slip your mind is how youre going to move all of your clothes to your new house. Moving can be a messy process, and the last thing you want is to rip your favorite graphic tee or end up with a massive pile of wrinkled clothes to iron when you just want to settle into your new home.

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One10 Marketing

APRIL 24, 2025

Discover how Chrissie Walshs two decades of client service experience and leadership excellence are shaping the future at One10. Read her vision, values, and advice for professionals. The post Q&A with Chrissie Walsh, One10s New Vice President of Client Services appeared first on One10.

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MTI Events

APRIL 23, 2025

Traveling provides a unique way to experience other cultures and amazing sights and create unforgettable memories. As such, corporate travel in the form of travel incentives or reward programs is a powerful tool and a great way to reward hard-working, dedicated employees, drive performance, and boost morale.

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The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.

MPI

APRIL 23, 2025

WEC 2025 keynote group freestyle+ uses the power of music and humor to help you feel connected and creative.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 23, 2025

Expansive Spaces and Immersive Experiences for Memorable Moments Discover new and renovated spaces that immerse attendees in living large and ease of access, For planners, these properties offer all the opportunities you can think of to bring your meeting to the next level. Hold a board meeting in a themed villa in Orlando. Connect over mixology classes in a vibrant entertainment center in Houston.

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Redfin

APRIL 23, 2025

Brunswick, Maine, is more than just a charming coastal townits a vibrant community full of character, creativity, and culture. Whether you’re considering buying a home in Brunswick , renting a house in the area, or finding the perfect apartment , Brunswick offers a lifestyle thats hard to beat with countless unique things to do in Brunswick that makes this town stand out. 1.

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Global DMC Alliance

APRIL 22, 2025

Discover 5 must-try experiences in Egypt, combining ancient wonders, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable adventures.

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Pádraic Gilligan

APRIL 21, 2025

by Pdraic Gilligan, Co-founder, Soolnua Consulting & Research | Consultancy, SITE Sue Uda, who founded the Ireland Chapter of SITE in the late 1990s, has sadly passed away after a long illness. As the Irish saying goes, N Bheidh A Leithid Ann Ars her like will not be seen again. A quiet visionary, Sue. Read more » The post The Business Events Industry in Ireland loses a shining star: Sue Uda, RIP appeared first on padraicino.

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MPI

APRIL 21, 2025

To help you manage business uncertaintyin 2025 and beyondevent pros share best practices and advice based on their experience. This is Part 2 of a series on uncertainty in the global meeting and event industry.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 21, 2025

Destination DC has mapped out a Sustainability District in the nation’s capital devoted to community, climate and clean energy. It is less a geographic region than it is a demonstration of best practices in venues. I recently visited and came up with these strategies for finding responsible partners. Purpose Driven My tour started with Eaton Workshop, the brands flagship property on K Street (the sister property Eaton HK is in Hong Kong, the birthplace of founder Katerine Lo) that opened t

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Conferences that Work

APRIL 21, 2025

In the last eighteen months, Ive unexpectedly found myself in three very different situations, in three very different places, helping complete strangers in distress. None of these moments lasted more than ten or fifteen minutes. But each one left me shaken, reflective, andsomehowgrateful. Here’s what happened. Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post The Right Place: Three Encounters with Strangers in Crisis appeared first on Conferences That Work.

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Global DMC Alliance

APRIL 22, 2025

Discover three hidden natural wonders of Kazakhstan, where untouched beauty meets breathtaking landscapes.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 21, 2025

A skyline view of KC, a vibrant city and ideal meetings destination in the Heart of America. Kansas City has officially stepped into the spotlight. After successfully hosting the 2023 NFL Draft and being selected as a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup , KC has proven its ability to deliver world-class experiences on a grand scale. But beyond the headlines, what truly sets Kansas City apart is how easy it makes every part of the meeting and event experiencefor planners and attendees alike.

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MPI

APRIL 22, 2025

According to data from MPIs Q2 2025 Meetings Outlook survey, most event professionals are experiencing significant negative impacts on their business due to recent U.S. executive orders and policy changes.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 24, 2025

As an Amazon affiliate, Smart Meetings earns from qualifying purchases. We appreciate your support. Stop Eating Alone at Your Desk! Have you ever sat in the lunchroom, scrolling on your phone, and thought, “How in the world am I supposed to meet the right people and get ahead?” Thats the exact pain Keith Ferrazzi solves in his book Never Eat Alone.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 23, 2025

As an event leader, you know trade shows can be a major growth driverbut only if you can show the numbers to back it up. In todays environment, where budgets are tight and expectations are high, you need to do more than just run a great event. You need to prove that your trade show strategy is directly impacting pipeline, accelerating deals, or strengthening customer relationships.

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Global DMC Alliance

APRIL 22, 2025

From its creamy texture to its world-renowned quality, explore why Switzerland is the true home of chocolate lovers.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 21, 2025

Iconic Hank’s Garage has an impressive collection of over 60 meticulously maintained classic and vintage cars. Boring meetings? Not on the agenda. In Davis County , Utah, youll find a vibrant collection of venues that go well beyond the boardroomeach offering its own blend of charm, character, and creativity for unforgettable events. Start with the Young Automotive Gallery , a sleek, modern space where design meets functionality.

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