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The Mutual Benefits of Planning with a Unionized Property

Smart Meetings

Unionized hotels provide the stability and training that hospitality workers are seeking—they could be part of the solution to the shortage that meeting planners are waiting for. They negotiate for higher wages, improved benefits including retirement plans and family healthcare, job training, due process and safety concerns.

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Accessible Tourism – Truths, Tips & Trends

Dana Communications

Who benefits from accessible tourism? In fact, it’s quite likely that you or someone you know can benefit from more inclusive travel now or will in the foreseeable future. In fact, it’s quite likely that you or someone you know can benefit from more inclusive travel now or will in the foreseeable future. Everyone does.

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Discover the Health Benefits of Astrotourism at These 4 Dark-Sky Parks

Business Traveler USA

Enjoying inspirational activities with planets, stars and galaxies has positive benefits for mental health,” Herrera says. This certification is awarded to a destination that undergoes rigorous training and lighting updates to curb light pollution. California’s Joshua Tree National Park / Photo: Mark Andrew Thomas, Alamy Stock Photo.

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Moab to Denver by Train // Rocky Mountaineer October 2021

Carrousel Travel

I did the trip eastbound – fly to SLC and then bus to Moab; train to Glenwood Springs, then Denver. They did arrange food at the hotel – sandwiches, salad, desert – food was good and an added benefit (not included). It is much more a drive-in location – 2 flights per day – 1 DL from SLC and 1 UA from DEN.

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How To Select the Right Event Location for Your Corporate Event

Blue Spark Event Design

It can be overwhelming to planners when the executive team says, “Find the best location for our next event (insert also conference, incentive trip, board retreat, etc.)!”. Here are some quick strategies to help you find the right location for your next event. This will help guide your event location decisions. Event Goals.

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Exploring the Metaverse for Corporate Event Experiences

Traveler's Q

Benefits of Metaverse Events Global Reach and Inclusivity The metaverse eradicates geographical barriers, enabling a worldwide audience to converge with unparalleled ease. Virtual challenges and simulations provide teams unique opportunities to strengthen connections, irrespective of their physical locations.

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How Hospitality Hiring Trends Can Improve Your Hotel Experience

Smart Meetings

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. Some locations have gone as far as to install check in kiosks in their lobbies. Positions like housekeeping and waitstaff will still be on location.