MeetingsNet

APRIL 20, 2023

Here are eight recent sustainability developments around travel and meetings that planners should have on their radar. • Among the advisory board members is Lee Palmer Turner, corporate travel manager for MGM Studios and president-elect of the Global Business Travel Association. • Every effort counts. Register here.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Business Travel News. In addition to hard skill training (e.g., learning about new features of your event software), you should also prioritize soft skill training (e.g., Get Relevant Event Planning Certifications. You’ll also want to pursue specific certifications to help you plan virtual and hybrid events. .

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

PCMA provides education, research, and networking opportunities to its members , who include event professionals, hospitality industry professionals, and business event suppliers. Business Travel News BTN Group provides news, research, and data to 65,000+ corporate travel managers, buyers, and meeting professionals.

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AltexSoft Travel

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

In 2020, the travel industry found itself among the sectors hardest hit by COVID-19. American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) reported a 75-percent cut in revenue across travel agencies versus 2019. What is a host travel agency? Optionally, they even may serve the needs of corporate travel.

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The MICE Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

That includes adapting and anticipating changes in education, vocational training and research. Transport in Stuttgart Stuttgart has excellent connectivity, with an international airport, train routes to domestic and international cities. Additionally, Stuttgart has efficient road networks.

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AltexSoft Travel

MAY 29, 2023

As if the world of travel distribution wasn’t complicated by itself, the topic of the travel agency accreditation is another kind of beast. Organizations like IATA, ARC, CLIA, or CCRA issue special codes to travel agencies that come with access to special capabilities and perks. What is Travel Agency Accreditation?

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

The post Cvent unveils agenda for Cvent CONNECT Europe appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The event’s comprehensive agenda includes more than 45 breakout sessions, diverse learning opportunities and over 20 networking experiences. The Frankfurt event will also offer a Cvent Tech Tour.

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Tourism eSchool

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Home A Guide to Sustainability Accreditations for Australian Tourism Businesses By Nic Cooper Published on February 24, 2023 Becoming a Sustainable Tourism Accredited business is one of the best ways to communicate to the ever-growing conscious traveller that your business is the right one to book.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 8, 2024

The post The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) publishes new GSTC MICE Criteria appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. The GSTC Criteria serve as the global standards for sustainability in travel and tourism. The GSTC will launch an ‘Early Adopter Program’ for the MICE Criteria.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

PCMA provides education, research, and networking opportunities to its members , who include event professionals, hospitality industry professionals, and business event suppliers. Business Travel News BTN Group provides news, research, and data to 65,000+ corporate travel managers, buyers, and meeting professionals.

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Tourism eSchool

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Home Guide to Sustainability Accreditations for Tourism Businesses By Nic Cooper Published on February 24, 2023 Becoming a Sustainable Tourism Accredited business is one of the best ways to communicate to the ever-growing conscious traveller that your business is the right one to book.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 16, 2023

The post Arinex unveils new brand at 50th anniversary event appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Roslyn reflected on her career journey spanning over 20,000 days, honouring her mentors and networks gained along the way. In business events we talk a lot about legacy.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Besides access to great networking opportunities and innovative content, the following 35 events will also provide attendees with great speaker lineups and the chance to travel to amazing locations! Learn from top speakers and network with your peers. The 2020 gathering will feature top speakers and networking opportunities.

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AltexSoft Travel

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

The air travel industry is no exception. But how are IATA and travel agencies connected? Why do travel businesses that issue airline tickets have to be IATA-accredited? IATA and Travel Agencies. Today, IATA decides who and how should distribute air travel products. What IATA can give travel businesses.

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inVOYAGE

MARCH 14, 2024

And are there any venues that have received recognition or certification for their sustainability efforts? In terms of recognition or certification for sustainability efforts, several venues in Madrid have received accolades for their environmental initiatives. Some venues also offer bike parking facilities to accommodate cyclists.

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Gavel International

JUNE 10, 2024

Vet Drone Operator Qualifications Speaking of drone operators, it is critical to vet their necessary qualifications, licenses, and certifications. Operating a drone correctly and safely requires a certain level of training and experience.

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Social Tables

MARCH 22, 2024

Economic trends, consumer preferences, and travel restrictions consistently shift, affecting how the industry operates. Whether you’re looking to learn about the latest in hotel technology, security resources, design trends, catering techniques, or the luxury travel market, we’ve got you covered. What’s impacting your industry most?

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 16, 2022

Can they connect with others, or are there no networking or messaging options? In 2022, for example, the event saw more than 2,000 participants and more than 150 speakers, delivering 120 hours of keynotes, sessions, networking, entertainment, and more. Key takeaway: Provide your guests with plenty of networking opportunities.

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Business Traveler USA

JULY 30, 2021

But that plan, first announced in 2019 before travel in the time of coronavirus, may be flying into some turbulence. First, JetBlue’s CEO Robin Hayes told analysts, there is the macro travel environment, which continues to be marked by uncertainty and confusion. ETOPS Certifications. September Blues.

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Gavel International

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Reading Time: 7 minutes Like many other industries, staff shortages can have an impact on in-person and group incentive travel events. 2) Offer Cross-Training and Seek Talent with Multi-talented Skills. Cross-train existing staff in a different area of expertise to enable them to do each other’s roles if needed.

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AltexSoft Travel

APRIL 16, 2021

Whether your business is focused on selling airline tickets, package trips, or cruises, if you want to be acknowledged as a professional in the travel industry, you need to be certified. So, ARC or Airline Reporting Corporation is a company that regulates and handles transactions between airlines and US-based travel agencies.

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AltexSoft Travel

MAY 30, 2023

More than two-thirds of sales in travel and tourism are made via the Internet, and the share of online vs offline bookings will only grow in the coming years. So the ability to accept online payments is becoming vital for any travel business. Which payment gateway suits your travel business best.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 10, 2021

I don’t see any way to get around this so I am concerned about the ‘honor system,’ especially when it comes to group travel.”. Currently, however, that network is limited to the U.S. As one reader wrote to Convene , “My state has provided a document that can be reproduced on an index card if one was so inclined.

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 1, 2022

Program to support MICE recovery appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The business community is eager for opportunities to meet and network in-person again. To encourage sustainable MICE travel, the Singapore MICE Advantage Programme (SMAP) 3.0 The post Singapore Tourism Board launches INSPIRE Global 2.0

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AltexSoft Travel

AUGUST 18, 2023

In the ever-evolving travel industry landscape, the seamless integration of global accommodation providers is pivotal. OTAs, hotel booking platforms , and other travel businesses need to have real-time access to extensive hotel inventories to offer diverse choices to their customers. Hotel Cache API.

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Travel Daily News

MARCH 29, 2023

Biosphere’s independent certification system aims to promote compliance and action on sustainability in the sector, implementing sustainable development actions and programmes in the tourism sector, as well as in other business activities directly or indirectly affecting this industry.

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AltexSoft Travel

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This way, IATA regulations benefit all parties involved, i.e., airlines, travel agents, passengers, customers, ground handlers, and others. Learn more about the role of technologies in making the travel industry greener in our dedicated post. Our vision of green travel. Being IATA-certified means a lot for travel agents.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 24, 2020

and the new president of the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence. Last year she was honored as a MeetingsNet Changemaker for the creation and rollout of SITE’s new Certified Incentive Travel Professional designation. Our SITE family has been such a support network for me.

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 30, 2022

Toronto Pearson International Airport, named the best large airport in North America five years running by Airports Council International (ACI), is just a 30-minute ride from downtown via the UP Express train. Connect with Destination Toronto’s team to tap into a wealth of tips, resources, and local expertise to serve your needs.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

☐ Determine engagement and networking tools you can use to enhance the event, like polls, Q&A, chat, 1:1 meetings, and live giveaways. ☐ Secure a certificate of insurance (COI). As such, ensuring your platform and network can support a virtual event before the big day is vital. Determine who your target audience is (e.g.,

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

☐ Train all team members and stakeholders on ESG and appoint an ESG leader to ensure follow-through and policy adherence. ☐ Check out the Events Industry Council’s Sustainable Event Standards (EIC-SES) and consider pursuing EIC-SES certification. ☐ Partner with venues and vendors with third-party sustainability certifications (e.g.,

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The MICE Blog

JANUARY 11, 2021

The lobby lounge bar is a ‘meeting place’ because it’s close to the train station and easy to access for those coming by train even for a meeting. Maximilian Von Reden commented, ‘Internally, for our colleagues and associates, we’ve conducted intensive training and are providing them with the necessary security gear.

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AltexSoft Travel

MARCH 13, 2020

Flight consolidators are brokers that book airline seats in bulk at discount rates and then resell them to travel agencies. Most of the large consolidators appeared in the 1970-1980s when airlines had more seats than they could ever sell via travel retailers. In any case, travel agents get a good margin to earn money.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Reduced awareness of safety protocols in addition to loss of good judgment,” is how Michele Shry, manager for events, meetings and travel at Petco Health & Wellness Company, sums it up. Serving food during a networking event or happy hour, even tapas-sized, is also a popular strategy. Yes, they did. Managing (Relative) Sobriety.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2021

Keep in mind that if you hire out-of-town talent, you’ll likely need to pay for their travel expenses. Explore the Cvent Supplier Network to find, request, and book venues all across the world. Free Planning Tools Diagram events, wow attendees, and win clients with free planning tools. Apply for permits and insurance.

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Gavel International

DECEMBER 11, 2023

It can also mean finishing one phase of a project, receiving a specialized certification, training new hires who perform well, overcoming a major challenge, solving a problem for a colleague, or contributing efforts to help another team execute a task or project.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Meet our fall 2021 sustainable tourism interns: Jonathan Atari has traveled and lived in different countries around the globe for several years, occasionally in not yet-well-known locations, experiencing them in unique ways. Later on, she joined Dar Al Handasah, a global engineering consultancy firm, as a landscape architect.

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