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Julie Coker to Head NYC Tourism + Conventions

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In 2023, it ranked third in the nation in hotel occupancy, at 73.5%, and in the same year, group and convention business surpassed 2019 levels as the tourism industry generated $14.3 From 2016 to 2019, she co-chaired the Shared Spaces Initiative, a public-private work group that works to combat homelessness, with Philadelphia’s mayor.

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European tourism ends 2024 strong, driven by robust shoulder season demand

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in foreign arrivals over 2019 levels and a rise of 6.7% above 2019… Source European tourism demonstrated strong resilience in the last quarter of 2024 despite economic pressures, geopolitical uncertainties, adverse weather conditions, and evolving consumer behaviour. compared to 2023. Overnight stays have also grown by 5.9%

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JD Power Survey: Record-High Room Rates, Improved Customer Satisfaction

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The key findings from the study: “Smart TV/ability to stream my content” is considered a “need to have” by 40% of guests, compared to 21% in 2019. Seventy-two percent of guests noted their room included a smart TV, up from 39% in 2019; 60% used their smart TV during their stay.

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Europe’s travel sector shows strong performance in Q3 despite inflationary pressures

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The latest research from the European Travel Commission (ETC) highlights a 6% rise in foreign arrivals over 2019 levels and a 7% increase in year-on-year growth. Overnight stays have also grown by 5% year-on-year.

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Refract Seattle: The Power of Connecting Events to Local Community

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Dale Chihuly, Chandeliers, The Evelyn Room, The Boathouse, Seattle, 2019 © Chihuly Studio. The Boathouse , Dale Chihuly’s private working studio and Hotshop, is another venue that leaves attendees far beyond impressed. All rights reserved.

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Your guide to Frankfurt’s largest airport event venue: Frankfurt Airport Marriott Hotel and Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

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An extensive renovation that started in 2019 introduced the innovative dual-brand concept. In January 2020, one of these buildings was transformed into the Frankfurt Airport Marriott Hotel, while the other two remained the Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center.

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Brand USA Focus on MICE and Special Events Could Expand Annual Global Travel Beyond 90 Million in the Future

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That number is up from 79 million in 2019. Thats up 40% from 2022, but still about 15% below 2019 levels. Brand USA, a public-private partnership focused on increasing international travel, reported that in 2026, the U.S. Ferguson II, new Brand USA board chair and CEO of Destination DC. In Washington, D.C., million in 2023.

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