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WTTC Survey Assesses Cities’ Sustainable Tourism Growth

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Tourism, for all its economic and personal growth potential, has a massive environmental footprint. Sustainability efforts are key to keep the travel and tourism train going. In 2016, the venue even opened a ride, The Slide, at the ArcelorMittal Orbit, which doubles as the United Kingdom’s tallest public art piece. Paris and 10.

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Smart Moves in Aspen, Islamorada and More

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These professionals will lead the county’s approach to regenerative tourism, supporting the local community while providing meaningful experiences for visitors. Morascini, who has sat on the board of Island County tourism since 2016, takes on the role of marketing and public relations director.

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Smart Moves in Albuquerque, Denver and More

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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 Moves in Berkeley, Hollywood and More

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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. Steve Grimes Steve Grimes, Visit St.

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Smart Moves in San Diego, New York and More

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Haleigh Hildebrand and Ashley McNeil Ashley McNeil (left) and Haleigh Hildebrand (right) American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) expands their leadership team first with the promotion of McNeil to the role of vice president, federal affairs. Prior to this promotion, she was AHLA’s senior director of government & political affairs.

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Tourism Improvement District – A Funding Model Case Study

Solimar International

A Tourism Improvement District (TID) is a revolutionary way to fund destination marketing programs. They are typically run by local businesses that collaborate and invest collectively to support the growth and development of their destination’s tourism industry. West Hollywood Tourism Improvement District Case Study.

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Why Are Public and Private Stakeholders Investing in Foreign Tourism Projects?

Solimar International

Tourism is a global business: last year, global capital investment in travel and tourism totaled $856 billion. When it comes to tourism, governmental and non-governmental stakeholders invest not only domestically, but also abroad. Chain hotels are a classic example of private-sector FDI in tourism.

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