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Applications now open for the Destination of Sustainable Cultural Tourism Awards 2025

ETC Corporate

For the eighth year in a row, ETC continues its partnership with the European Cultural Tourism Network (ECTN), Europa Nostra and the Network of European Regions for Competitive and Sustainable Tourism (NECSTouR) to encourage the development of sustainable cultural tourism practices in European destinations.

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Refract Seattle: The Power of Connecting Events to Local Community

Smart Meetings

Much of our cultural economy plays into that, and our creative community is really a huge undergirding of that innovation. Read More: Exclusive Guest Column: How to Transform Events with Local Culture “It all ties back to how Refract takes place all over Seattle,” says LaFata. Perhaps you have an offsite at Chihuly Garden and Glass.

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Qurator: Hawaii’s New, All-encompassing Tourism Certification Program

Smart Meetings

It needs tourism, including groups, but its residents—especially but not only Native Hawaiians—have been increasingly upset about overtourism and degradation of the state’s fragile environment and treasured cultural sites. The aftermath of the tragic West Maui wildfire only sharpened divides. What to do?

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Capitalize on Greensboro’s Vibrant Cultural Scene

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Greensboro, North Carolinas thriving cultural scene provides ample opportunity to mix and mingle beyond meetings. Another great option is theGreensboro Cultural Center, with several galleries, including the African American Atelier, Greenhill Center for North Carolina Art, and Guilford Native American Art Gallery and Gift Shop.

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New and Renovated: Event-Ready Hotels with Stories to Tell

Smart Meetings

Heading west, Denver’s Curtis Hotel is embracing its pop-culture roots with a playful redesign of its 15 hyper-themed floors. The Curtis Hotel The Curtis , a pop-culture-inspired hotel located in downtown Denver, is embarking on a multimillion-dollar renovation that will entirely transform the guest experience.

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Incentive Travel 2025: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities

Smart Meetings

Read More: New and Renovated: Calling All Incentive Planners The Evolving Workplace The pandemic shook things up for office culture, and companies are still trying to find the best recipe to build an office culture in a hybrid and remote work environment.

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Unleash the Magic of Autumn with Engaging Event Activities

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In many cultures, lanterns symbolize hope, good fortune, and the triumph of light over darkness. Engage the Community with Cultural Celebrations Autumn is a time for cultural celebrations around the world. Introduce traditional games and activities that celebrate the festival’s cultural heritage.

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