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PCMA’s Big Bet on Presidential Visit Paid Off

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Secretary Clinton called the emerging technology a social, political and economic challenge. “We We need more rigorous debate, regulations and guardrails so we can maximize the upside,” she said. Another Kind of Intelligence The overarching topic, however, was the impact of Generative AI on events. It’s a huge leap.

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Tourism Destination Planning: How, When, and Who

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by 2030, and a staggering 4 billion predicted by 2040. The GSTC Destination criteria offers a great starting point for building responsible, fair, equitable and sustainable destinations. . From just 25 million tourist arrivals in 1950, today more than 1.3 billion people worldwide engage in tourism with expected increase to 1.8

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20 Airlines Target True Zero

Business Traveler USA

Twenty airline members of the World Economic Forum Target True Zero initiative have committed to support the use of innovative technologies to combat climate change. The carriers will adopt new forms of propulsion, such as electric and hydrogen power that come from sustainable energy sources, as well as hybrid aircraft.

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How Tourism can make Communities More Climate Resilient

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Ultimately, performing sustainable practices and spreading responsible knowledge will not only safeguard biodiversity, regulate the climate, and ensure life on Earth, but will also help communities – shaping them to be more climate resilient. How can tourism stakeholders increase climate change resilience? .

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Dubai Overview for Meetings and Incentive Travel

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Is it technological marvels or architectural wonders like the world’s tallest building and a man-made palm-shaped island? Dubai is at the forefront of integrating technology to help advance its sustainability initiatives, specifically in its approach to public transportation.

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IHG’s Kenneth Macpherson Offers a Positive Outlook

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I think the primary driver at the moment [that is restricting travel] is all the regulations put in place with the great intention of governments’ care for public health. I believe those rules and regulations will relax; we’re starting to see evidence of that already. MACPHERSON: Firstly, I am optimistic.

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Conservation and Travel: How Your Journey Can Make a Difference

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This has become an increasingly popular idea among tourist destinations that seek to develop more sustainable tourism models. The Blue Parks initiative, backed by marine scientists, aims to protect at least 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030 and create a clear standard for protected marine areas.

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