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

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As that eases, it could not only help increase the ability to bring attendees to conferences from China, but other countries as well as Chinese visitors have been rerouting through neighboring destinations to get to their California events. They are looking for immersive, unique cultural experiences. The average stay is 20 nights.

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Breaking Tradition and Being Inclusive: A 2024 Meetings and Events Outlook

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At Muir, Autograph Collection , an oceanfront property in Halifax, Canada, planners who are seeking a unique and memorable setting for their event can book meeting spaces with 360-degree water views, or even rent the hotel’s 36-foot private yacht. W Philadelphia , which offers more than 45,000 sq.

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From Culture to Sports to Cuisine, Why Madrid Has It All for Business Events

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When it comes to cultivating culturally immersive event programs, no destination does it quite like Madrid, Spain’s centrally located capital city. Organizers will have their pick of well-equipped meeting facilities as well, ranging from ornate, historic theaters to modern, purpose-built convention centers.

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Wrangling Better Meetings in Tucson

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Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experience focused on setting and reaching event goals When some of the most productive meeting professionals in the world meet in majestic The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson for three days of education, inspiration and networking, the experience has to be over the top. “We

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What to Expect at MPI WEC in Louisville

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Playing on the small-batch distilling and culinary legacy in Louisville, Kentucky, Meeting Professionals International (MPI) is approaching its annual World Education Congress as a personally crafted experience that allows attendees to build a calendar of sessions that fits their career goals. Act accordingly.

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The Truth About the Urban Oasis Destination Trend for Meetings

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What elements should meeting planners look for when sourcing to forge better group connections With the focus on the return of meetings, many meeting planners are seeking unforgettable locations for their next event that will provide ease and accessibility for their attendees.

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Wellness Experience in Arizona: Embrace the Challenges

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For attendees of Smart Meetings Wellness Experience this week at The Wigwam Resort just outside of Phoenix, the program addressed physical and mental health along with the deeper need for human connection. Healthy meeting strategies demonstrated included gifting, content, team building and F&B operations.

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