Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2021

There has also been a shortening of booking windows almost throughout 2021. While booking windows are typically about 180 days, he was seeing RFP booking windows of more than 200 days in March and as few as 150 days in late September. Cvent has partnered with Amadeus to roll out Cvent Instant Book for direct reservations.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

You might want to take a second look at big city venues, where the access is convenient, amenities are abundant and hotel partners are eager to welcome you back. We are booking small corporate meetings and associations for 2022. The post Urban Venues Seeing Return of Group Business appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Endless Events

MAY 20, 2022

While they are typically more expensive than in-person events, there are also many ways event planners can save money with a hybrid event and see a higher event ROI. Because hybrid events can be broken down into in-person and virtual constituents, many planners worry whether the hybrid event budget is going to double as well.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

One event planner predicted in 2012 that that keynote speakers would give their presentation from the new orbiting space station in 2022. In July 2022, NASA flight engineers Jessica Watkins (left) and Kjell Lindgren addressed International Space Station Research and Development conference attendees from aboard the space station.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2022

When Hard Rock Hotel New York opens in April 2022, it will draw on a rich legacy of experience and memory that has been a touchstone of cool for half a century. New York’s “Music Row” will be the new home to the 446-guest-room Hard Rock Hotel New York, set to open in April 2022. The 234-guest-room property features 11,422 sq.

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The MICE Blog

AUGUST 26, 2022

My interest deepened in large part from working with MICE (Meeting, Incentive Travel, Conferences and Exhibitions) destinations and venues that focused on these topics. It sparked my interest in event venues and the experience itself opened my eyes to all the possibilities of this new world. Congress Center Basel foyer.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 28, 2021

The “meeting” as defined by delivering content from a stage is getting shorter—or even nonexistent—as groups put emphasis on team bonding and book more activities than ever before. We’re seeing Fall 2021 continue to be the focus for the return of groups, ranging from small gatherings to potential buyout bookings. Ty Brassie.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

More than simply stretching our pre-existing 2022 budgets thin might be required in this climate. Hold your event in the daylight hours or outside venues (and get an extra point for COVID compliance). Book venues with renewable energy sources like solar panels. in the last year. Labor Shortages and the Great Resignation.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 4, 2023

However, a strong counterpoint to the respondents’ confidence is data on ongoing staffing issues and, for planners, the challenges of the seller’s market. The Bad with the Good The strong return to live events is reviving meeting departments and the venues they work with, but along with that comes challenges.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 6, 2023

New PURE Local Services tool builds RFPs for activities, decor and transportation What if sourcing activities, decor and transportation were as easy as checking boxes to produce an RFP for a venue? Read More: Year of the Sustainable RFP Sounds like a third-party planner’s secret weapon, right?

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Endless Events

JANUARY 21, 2022

Most planners didn’t even hear of them prior to 2020! But today, this perfect blend of face-to-face and digital experiences is considered one of the biggest event trends in 2022. Depending on the venue and the size of in-person and virtual audiences , these experiences can take many forms.

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Blue Spark Event Design

DECEMBER 5, 2022

If you are still feeling the pain of trying to move or rebook your events from 2020 and 2021 to 2022 and 2023, just wait until we get to 2024. This article reviews the seven reasons to book now for your 2024 event. 2022 was a stronger year and the industry began to recoup its losses. Venue and Hotel Availability.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 18, 2022

Cut to 2022 and Revel has morphed and rebranded as Ocean Casino and Resort, Atlantic City’s chic-est denizen, sitting at the tail end of Atlantic City Beach and still “reveling” in its enviable location. Other “edge” pluses for planners include the availability of Ovation for groups of up to 80,000 in its 70,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

They offers experiences in over 110 countries with 5,500 properties, 10,000 food and beverage venues, wellness facilities and workspaces. 78% of respondents say that their or their clients’ expenditures have increased since 2022. Planners are reimagining how they can structure events and deliver content in memorable spaces.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Eventgoers and event planners alike are running full steam ahead in this new day-to-day norm we are all living in with the Covid-19 virus. Over 60 events already committed to the book for 2023 and with dozens of holds in place, the ACC is on its way to not having a weekend free until August. Electric bill aside, that’s a good thing.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Destinations International Large Market Roundtable outlined initiatives to establish Destination Booking Agreement Guidelines to create certainty for all parties. It is time as meeting planners are starting to book again,” said Evy Garcias, Director of Sales & Marketing for Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort.

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Cort

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Here’s an informative guide for couples or wedding planners who are helping a couple prepare for a winter wedding. Winter Wedding Venues. Booking a wedding venue for the wintertime can be tricky. One way to get around trying to book a difficult-to-acquire wedding venue is to keep it small and simple.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 19, 2022

Florida Tourism has released Quarter One (January to March) results for travel to the state in 2022. Not surprisingly, travel is up and hotel bookings are strong, with a 36 million total visitor figure, a 39.6% during Q1 2022 compared to Q1 2021 and were down from Q1 2019 by 5.5%. What It Means for Meeting Planners.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

The good news is that the attraction could hold even more widespread appeal as classic and up-and-coming acts are being booked in more stadiums than before the pandemic. More Venues and Acts to Love. The largest, tallest and freshest venue on the Strip, Resorts World Theatre opened June of 2021. Synchronicity.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 10, 2021

But the multi-purpose venue won’t just be for competition; event planners will be able to utilize several areas of the facility for their events — depending on the time of year. The Podium , which was 10 years in the making, is first and foremost a sports venue. “We Curt Wagner/ Convene ).

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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. JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) October 11, 2022.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Whether it’s helping to find unique venues or connecting you with trusted local resources, our staff will work closely with you from the get-go to help you create the event you’re imagining. Learn how Reno Tahoe can help make your event a success at VisitRenoTahoe.com/meeting-planners. Then there’s our Come See, Fly Free program.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 18, 2023

in 2022-2023. Whether you’re looking for a large stadium setting, an intimate dinner venue, or something in between, this list features the 19 best Salt Lake City meeting venues you could ask for. The venue is also equipped with state-of-the-art lighting and sound equipment. Your event will feel right at home here too.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 19, 2023

With walls lined by framed TVs, planners can display anything they’d like in this room. The Cabinet and The Lock could also offer a 10% commission on bookings that encompass both venues. The company launched the crawl in the promenade November 2022 and Markman says it has grown significantly in only a few months.

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Achieve Incentives

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Are you trying to plan for your 2022 event budget and not quite sure where to start? While some destinations are adding taxes, others are providing great incentives to book your event there. Capacity limitations in event venues may require you to source additional spaces to accommodate your group. The cost is about $10.00

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

The role of the travel manager has expanded, and with it, the role of the planner. Read More : 7 Business Travel Trends Set to Shape 2022. Actionable Takeaways for Organizations and Planners. Instead, travel managers and meeting planners are urged to focus on minimizing friction during travel.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 18, 2022

The refurb is part of a multimillion-dollar renovation of the luxury boutique hotel ensconced within Caesars Palace Las Vegas complex and is available to book now with more improvements rolling out this spring. Groups will now have the availability to host events at a new outdoor venue at adjacent Pioneer Park courtyard beginning in April.

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 25, 2023

The FCM India Meetings & Events team were busy in 2022 sending 150,000+ corporate customers around the world. 1) Strong Demand Continues The surge in bookings in 2023 continues to shape the sector. per cent from 2022 to 2030 to reach USD1,563.3

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Bizzaboo

AUGUST 3, 2022

in 2022-2023. Whether you’re looking for a large stadium setting, an intimate dinner venue, or something in between, this list has the 19 best event venues the Salt Lake City area offers. Meet The Depot : Salt Lake City’s premier live music venue. News and World Report’s list of 25 Best Places to Live in the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2022

Health and safety remain paramount and with mandatory vaccinations for attendance at events, a level of comfort to venues, event organisers and delegates is ensured. Every venue has its own COVID-safe plan which provides clarity to planners. The guidelines are clear, and it’s easy to do business.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 25, 2023

And its reputation for collaboration, innovation and inclusivity helps create a welcoming and energetic vibe that both planners and attendees love. Not to mention all the unique off-site venues found throughout the city. Ohio’s capital has been listed on so many “best places” lists that it’s hard to keep track.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Examples include wearable tech capable of capturing real-time data that promises to revolutionize how organizers gather insights into attendee behavior, software solutions that automate various aspects of event planning and thus increase planner efficiency, and a service that offers web-based augmented reality activations.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Conversation Starters at Convening Leaders 2022 gave both in-person and digital participants a chance to discuss a range of hot-button topics. As participants brainstormed, it became clear that planners need to know their audience well in order to decide how to trim costs at their events. Jacob Slaton Photography).

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DCI

JUNE 2, 2022

The report unpacks the outlook of global meeting planners and industry specialists, providing insight into the constantly evolving world of corporate events. . The 2022 edition draws on the ongoing experiences and outlooks of 87 venue operators from North America, Europe and Australia. By 2022, this percentage dropped to 19%. .

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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. — JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) October 11, 2022.

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 5, 2023

Housed in one convenient location, planners can search per location to unlock the exclusive offers and perks. Meet How You Meet’ offers across popular destinations include: 1) InterContinental Bangkok: 381 rooms and suites, 7 restaurants and bars, and 19 meeting venues for solutions for every kind of event and client. Shoes optional.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 26, 2023

Host cities, in most cases, provide attendees with much more than they could have bargained for: unexpected culinary delights or mind-blowing entertainment hosted at top-flight event venues. The latest data available provided by the Seattle Police Department showed a nearly 24% decrease in crimes committed from January to November of 2022.

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