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What is Stopping International Attendees from Returning to U.S. Conferences?

Smart Meetings

In-market managing directors for countries all over the world reported on trends in consumer sentiment, government policies and all-important airlift limitations. The luxury China market wants personalized and outdoor, active experiences. Authentic encounters, sustainability and premium travel are growing trends.

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“Creativity – Sustainability – Infinite Possibilities” Thailand Conventions Set the Tone for 2023

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In keeping with global megatrends, country’s capacity and the Bureau’s strategic plans, Thailand Conventions aim for 2023 to be the year of “Creativity, Sustainability, and Infinite Possibilities”. The goal is to reduce carbon footprint in a measurable and significant manner and for Thailand to become a sustainable conventions destination.

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Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract

Smart Meetings

Smart Meetings chatted with Cheryl M. Payne, CMP, CMM, strategic partner at INNOV8 Meetings + Events , to get her take on the current marketplace and its impact on meeting planners, and some helpful tips and tricks planners should be looking at when drafting up a contract with a hotel or venue.

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Destination DC unveils New Marketing Campaign 

Travel Daily Media

The post Destination DC unveils New Marketing Campaign appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Destination DC (DDC), the official destination marketing organization for Washington, DC, shared its ongoing commitment to attracting international groups at IMEX America. McClain, chief marketing officer.

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Business Travel Strikes Back, A New Company Culture Dawns

Smart Meetings

For travel managers (and meeting professionals), the job requires agility, delicate planning, awareness, intention over expenses and duty of care. Business concerns from retention to sustainability are being met with business travel solutions. According to GBT, travel programs are becoming one of the main ways remote teams meet.

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Partnership is Key: How Thailand Conventions Collaborate for Greater Good

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The last time the Annual Meetings were held in Bangkok was in 1991, making Thailand the first country to host the Meetings again in 35-year interval. The goal is to reduce carbon footprint in a measurable and significant manner and for Thailand to become a sustainable conventions destination.

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TCEB launches ‘Thailand MICE to Meet You Year 2023’ campaign at IMEX Frankfurt 2023, spotlighting new products, tech solutions and support schemes

Travel Daily Media

The post TCEB launches ‘Thailand MICE to Meet You Year 2023’ campaign at IMEX Frankfurt 2023, spotlighting new products, tech solutions and support schemes appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. 3,500 visitors had made use of the MICE Lane at these airports from October 2022 to March 2023.