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Travel and Tourism Trends in U.S. and Canada

Smart Meetings

Suffice it to say, the general public in both North America and Canada are eager to travel while also welcoming tourism and events back to their respective communities much in the vein of the storied “before times.” with two-thirds of Canadian sentiment pointing to the approval of boosting tourism, regardless of resident age.

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Celebrate World Tourism Day

Smart Meetings

A comprehensive travel survey recognizes this historic day World Tourism Day takes place each year on September 27. It was established by the United Nations in 1980 to commemorate the same day in 1970 when the UNWTO (United Nations World Tourism Organization) Statues were adopted.

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Cannabis Tourism is Going Mainstream

Smart Meetings

With cannabis gaining momentum in state legislations and shedding its stigma to be more visible in mainstream culture, cannabis travel and tourism is a fast-rising market. A: Cannabis travel consultant. Some people consider me a subject matter expert in cannabis and hemp travel and tourism.

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Summer 2024 Travel Trends with Meaning

Smart Meetings

This summer is looking at experiential travel—whether that be a relaxing health and wellness retreat, a culturally rich destination or an environmentally conscious and responsible gathering, summer 2024 trends are geared towards progressive practices.

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How to Harness the Power of Native American Cultural Centers

Smart Meetings

From Palm Springs to Albuquerque, venues celebrate First Nation people When the tides of history recede, the cultural energy in some regions remains palpable. Thanks to some exciting new spaces opening across the country, meeting planners can host events at cultural centers that provide educational experiences that will have a lasting impact.

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South African Tourism to host over 40 Indian trade partners at Africa’s Travel INDABA 2024

Travel Daily Media

The post South African Tourism to host over 40 Indian trade partners at Africa’s Travel INDABA 2024 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. In a significant, strategic shift in South African Tourism’s play in the Indian market, nearly 95% of the contingent will consist of buyers from tier 2 and tier 3 cities.

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Cannabis Tourism: Igniting a Special Interest Segment

Dana Communications

Since many of these states are still hammering out policy and licensing, we looked to the west to uncover travel trends from destinations who first blazed the legalization trail. We’re also touching on what’s happening in the tour operator and hospitality spaces to give you a fuller picture of cannabis tourism.

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