Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 2, 2018

The post 4 Feel-Good Benefits of Outdoor Meetings appeared first on Smart Meetings. A post shared by Hyatt Regency Lake Washington (@hyattlakewash) on Aug 14, 2018 at 11:28am PDT. If the venue is close to water, forge a partnership with a local boat charter for on-the-water opportunities. In Wallace J.

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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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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Though I love my work, it was nice to reduce the number of high-intensity workdays booked in 2023! Generative AI: How do we use it and benefit from it in the world of events? 2023 book sale! (If If you skipped straight here, I understand and forgive you 😀 ) I have a hard time offering a sale on my paperback books.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Identify potential issues that may arise when negotiating contracts and how to avoid them by utilizing the key elements of Destination Booking Agreements (DBAs). Develop strategies to co-create favorable terms and conditions in DBAs to benefit both event organizers and destination organizations.

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AltexSoft Travel

JANUARY 30, 2023

They are a way for travel vendors to offer discounted airfares, hotels, car rentals , and other perks and benefits to certain clients, while also potentially increasing sales and customer loyalty. Many companies have closed user groups for employees to book travel for business purposes, often at discounted rates. Group travelers.

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Hotel Engine

AUGUST 9, 2022

I need you to book nine hotel rooms,” probably makes your heart sink. Booking business travel excursions — especially for multiple people at once — is stressful. Booking business travel excursions — especially for multiple people at once — is stressful. Check out our top five tips to keep in mind when you’re booking for a group.

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Travel Daily News

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

The possibility to book meeting rooms online benefits all stakeholders involved in the event sales process.

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Business Traveler USA

AUGUST 8, 2022

“Enjoying inspirational activities with planets, stars and galaxies has positive benefits for mental health,” Herrera says. Many stargazing enthusiasts now book escapes based on the International Dark-Sky Association’s seal. This boom in dark-sky retreats will make the mental-health benefits of stargazing even more widespread.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 1, 2024

link] Reason #2: Valuable rewards for event planners Event planners who choose Hilton benefit from the exclusive Hilton Honors Event Planner program, which rewards them with Hilton Honors Points for hosting meetings, conferences, weddings and other special events at participating hotels worldwide.

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Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Here are several benefits of using SMS communication for retail events. Benefits of Using SMS for Events and Retail Experiences As we explore the distinct advantages of this dynamic communication tool, it will become clear why SMS has become fundamental in boosting retail activations and clienteling: Benefit #1. Benefit #2.

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Redfin

MARCH 22, 2023

If you’re like most people, chances are you have accumulated many books over the years. In this article, we will explore 37 book organization ideas verified by experts to help you make the most of your belongings. Once you have a finalized collection of books, your project will be much easier.” And it can be fun, too.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Their “Cabana for a Cure” program offers guests the opportunity to book a private, pink-themed poolside cabana for up to seven people. 250 from each booking will benefit the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation. It is available for bookings throughout the month of October.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Partnership Benefits. Most of the deals take the shape of a 25% to 49% minority position in a thriving MICE company with the added benefit of opening up the shared services and supplier contracts to the owner-operator so everyone benefits.

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Business Traveler USA

OCTOBER 18, 2021

And with even more benefits coming online in the months ahead, we’re continuing to bring more value and versatility to both our Mosaic members and our TrueBlue flyers”. TrueBlue customers simply need to enter their TrueBlue number when booking.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The Roots of Gravitas Founder & CEO of clothing company Gravitas and author of the acclaimed book with the same name, Lisa Sun is a speaker and entrepreneur with a message for women on how to define what “gravitas” means to them and how to harness it for their own personal and professional benefit.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 26, 2024

Non-alcoholic beverage and conversation-starter card “If we could put a sequence of services and treatments, good food, good product and good exercise that brings people together and [they] see a benefit to it, that’s what we’re always looking for…The world is a busy place, so we have to kind of bring it down a couple notches sometimes.”

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 19, 2021

From arrival to departure, attendees will benefit from destination-wide safety measures. In fact, a growing roster of groups—including the AAD and Connect Marketplace—have moved their meetings to Tampa Bay from other cities. And it’s easy to see why. Tampa Bay International Airport—ranked second in J.D.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 13, 2022

With locations in more than 100 countries, there is a strong incentive for meeting planners to take advantage of all the benefits available to Rewards members. The redesign of the IHG One Rewards program has been optimized to give members a wide variety of benefits. What’s In It For Guests?

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Gregg explained the definitions and the differences—hard power refers to the tangible financial benefits and promoting company policy that can increase by “dangling the carrot” of desirable incentive rewards, while “soft power” is a more humanitarian approach to incentives. As Gregg told webinar attendees, “Nothing replaces travel.”

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Gregg explained the definitions and the differences—hard power refers to the tangible financial benefits and promoting company policy that can increase by “dangling the carrot” of desirable incentive rewards, while “soft power” is a more humanitarian approach to incentives. As Gregg told webinar attendees, “Nothing replaces travel.”

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

The post Hong Kong turmoil benefits Singapore MICE, hotels appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Singapore may benefit twice as much from the Hong Kong fallout as both these destinations share similar traits, i.e. offering tourists a wide variety of entertainment, food and culture,” he added. .”

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Traveler's Q

MAY 3, 2024

The economic benefits extend to gross sales and tax revenues generated from increased visitor numbers, who are drawn to these cities for their reputation for hosting sustainable events. The long-term benefits of reduced energy costs and lower environmental cleanup expenses complement this economic boost.

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Dana Communications

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Chatbots on your website and social media channels assist guests with common questions, provide recommendations and even allow them to directly book rooms. Guest Apps: Properties can increase engagement and satisfaction AND boost bookings with a flexible, functional app. The Latest Wi-Fi: What’s in a number?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Having interviewed experts from both sides of the equation, this paper will offer advice on what those shifts are and how you can benefit from them. If a group is looking to book in 2024, Omni may negotiate contracted rates and concessions if they will book more of their meetings with a sister Omni hotel in future years.

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Conferences that Work

MARCH 25, 2024

Since 2005, I’ve written three successful books on meeting design and facilitation and over 800 weekly blog posts on a wide range of topics. My books continue to sell, and this blog is the world’s most popular website on meeting design and facilitation. Write a book? Outwardly, I’ve succeeded. So here’s my story.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Here are three ways meeting professionals can benefit from recent technological developments to future-proof their events post-pandemic. Many traditional aspects of events now have digital counterparts to benefit virtual attendees and organizers should continue to take advantage of these long after the pandemic and restrictions end.

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Traveler's Q

MAY 3, 2024

The economic benefits extend to gross sales and tax revenues generated from increased visitor numbers, who are drawn to these cities for their reputation for hosting sustainable events. The long-term benefits of reduced energy costs and lower environmental cleanup expenses complement this economic boost.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

JULY 12, 2022

We all saw travel decrease dramatically in 2020 as flights and bookings were canceled due to COVID-19. However, even though domestic flights have increased so far for 2022, bookings have decreased by 2.3 Higher fares seem to play a significant part in the booking deficit. percent per month , according to Adobe Analytics.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 29, 2022

Prospective workers have high expectations—if hotels give them an offer they can’t refuse, meeting planners will reap the benefits of a smoother hospitality experience. Thanks to the increase in digital booking platforms and hotel apps, many business and leisure guests prefer to check in online rather than with a receptionist.

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Social Tables

JULY 31, 2021

Whether you’re a travel planner setting up your booking strategy or a smart shopper who wants to get the most with your money, you can benefit from early bird registration deals and product offers. Not all early bird specials offer the same benefit for customers. Get other early bird savings on hotel bookings and flights.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 16, 2022

When Keely Cat-Wells, founder and president of C-Talent , arrived to speak at an event about the importance of diversity and accessibility with her colleague, who was in a wheelchair, the two were met with a startling realization: the room that was booked for the event was entirely inaccessible.

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Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Retail companies must use SMS responsibly and thoughtfully to balance challenges and benefits to maintain trust and positive customer relationships. Manage Booking Appointment SMS communication can simplify online or in-store appointment bookings.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Short-term rentals benefit the whole destination (and the entire community) economically, as guests will spend money visiting restaurants, bars, and other amenities around the rental. Thankfully, destinations can offset the valleys by encouraging off-season visitors to book STRs for longer periods of time.

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Our book, Best Practices in Destination Management , covers three important aspects of risk management that all event planners and DMCs should incorporate into their event strategy. They will likely have local knowledge that helps you book the best venues and vendors, along with negotiating contracts that can help you minimize risks.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

MARCH 25, 2021

Travel looks to certainly benefit from this injection of money into citizen’s hands, as 38.3% With nearly two-thirds both in a ready-to-travel mindset and highly open to travel inspiration, Americans are dreaming, planning and booking travel at increasingly higher rates. booked a hotel room while 42.1% A 2021 record-high 73.8%

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Here are three ways meeting professionals can benefit from recent technological developments to future-proof their events post-pandemic. Many traditional aspects of events now have digital counterparts to benefit virtual attendees and organizers should continue to take advantage of these long after the pandemic and restrictions end.

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Technology Technology Networking Seminar 228

Motivation Excellence

MAY 2, 2023

Maybe you’re tired of overdue library books and late fees on bills. No matter if it’s your personal or professional life, managing your own clock well brings multiple benefits to you and those around you. Why Time Management Matters for You You could be a procrastinator. Or, perhaps, you’re the person who’s always the last to arrive.

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