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Strategic Meetings Management: How a Small Team Can Do Big Things

MeetingsNet

They were Lori Allen, vice president, global event operations for MetLife; Deborah Caldwell, head of events, Asia-Pacific, for Bank of America; and Rose Strickland, vice president of events for Neuberger Berman. This requires training, collaboration across the team, and decision-making on a constant basis.

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Why Are Public and Private Stakeholders Investing in Foreign Tourism Projects?

Solimar International

The Sundarbans EcoGuide Training , which took place between September 14-21 (photo source: BECA) As the world is recovering from the pandemic, tourism FDI is returning to its pre-pandemic level. In a 5-year period between 2018 and 2023, the World Bank invested $40 million in Ghana to boost the country’s tourism industry.

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How Tourism can make Communities More Climate Resilient

Solimar International

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. Source: World Bank. Washington, DC: World Bank. Eliminate seasonality dependence.

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How To Choose the Best Online Registration Software – The Ultimate Guide

Eventtia

An efficient system that doesn’t break the bank yet meets all your needs is the ideal. These costs might include charges for payment processing if you’re hosting paid events, fees for integrations with other tools you use, or even training costs to get your team up to speed with the new system.

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Travel Agency Accreditation, Explained: IATA, IATAN, ARC, CLIA, and TRUE

AltexSoft Travel

ARC accreditation for airline booking in the US Airline Reporting Corporation or ARC regulates transactions between airlines and travel agencies registered in the United States, the US Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and/or American Samoa. TIDS is not available in the US, where this service is covered by IATAN. How to apply? How to apply?

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Sustaining the Resilience of Community-Based Tourism Initiatives in Brazil

Solimar International

Meanwhile, the absence or inefficiency of State regulation has regularly contributed to the vicious cycles of poverty and vulnerability. Concerns arise about a state draft law recognizing and regulating CBTIs, lacking incentives to bolster resilience. Throughout the tour, visitors are requested to respect local privacy.

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Hotel Online Payments: How and Why to Transform Your Payment Process

AltexSoft Travel

Complying with complex and constantly changing regulations. Compliance with regulations such as PCI, PSD2 , SCA, or 3DS may be overwhelming for independent hotels, and having to deal with requirements when you have limited resources and infrastructure seems like a battle already lost. Online banking (iDEAL, FPX, CUP Online, etc.).

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