Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Countries are continuing to relax their previously strict travel policies as Covid is perceived to be relatively under control. With most people vaccinated and fewer reports of positive cases, Covid related mandates in the travel industry have been relaxed. So, the question is—where are the travel trends going in 2023?

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inVOYAGE

JANUARY 5, 2023

Incentive travel continues to be an incredibly powerful motivation for eligible employees but as the climate continues to change and the need for companies to reduce their carbon footprint grows, it’s become increasingly important for event planners to combine environmental responsibility with creativity.

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Skift Meetings

JANUARY 11, 2024

Skift Take: Today’s incentive travelers want more than just a free trip — they demand deep, meaningful experiences that are good for the planet and food for the soul. Here are three ways incentive destinations can help travelers connect not just with each other but also with their purpose and place in the world.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 21, 2024

The post The UK and Spain’s travel industries unite at second edition of ‘Spain Sustainability Day’ appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. The event was sponsored by Visit Benidorm, part of the Region of Valencia, and the Balearic Island of Mallorca.

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Peak Performance Meetings and Incentives

MARCH 5, 2023

The incentive travel industry, also known as motivational travel, is a type of travel that is offered as a reward or incentive for achieving a specific goal or performance target. One of the main benefits of travel is that it can be used to motivate and engage employees, partners, and customers.

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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 Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that the GSTC MICE Criteria have been published and are available to the public for non- commercial use.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2024

Experts from around the world share what impacts global travel California may be the ultimate playground, but the reasons people come from all over the world—or don’t in the numbers they did pre-pandemic in some cases—vary by region. They are looking for immersive, unique cultural experiences.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

The post Marriott International: Leading the Way in Sustainable Travel and Event Planning appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Sustainability is at the forefront of all 47 hotels in the APAC region, focusing on using sustainably sourced food and materials and locally sourced produce.

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One10 Marketing

APRIL 19, 2024

Instead of relying on outdated tools like spreadsheets and chalkboard leaderboards, it’s time to embrace high-tech solutions for creating and tracking incentives in real-time. These incentives often include luxurious trips to exotic destinations or exclusive retreats, serving as enticing rewards for top performers.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

JUNE 20, 2023

When you think of hosting your meeting or incentive trip in Dubai, what comes to mind? The diversity of culture, people, and experiences makes it one of the most extraordinary places I’ve ever encountered. Misconceptions Proposing Dubai as a corporate incentive or meeting destination may bring about some skepticism.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 15, 2022

Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection , the North American-based travel insurance company, released its annual “ Safest Places to Travel 2022 ” list just before the start of this year, detailed in a report by market researcher Kit Kiefer. Tourism waned in 2021, but with travel restrictions lifted as of Feb.

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 25, 2023

The post New Zealand business events sector on track for sustainable growth appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The critical decision point for choosing an incentive destination is hospitality, we want the absolute best. “The New Zealand has a true competitive advantage. Now we have a new option.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 9, 2023

How AI and new demographics are changing incentive travel AI can help find relevant data and perhaps even write the first draft of an incentive program outline, but the level of personalization required to really motivate employees by rewarding them with experiences requires a human touch. We make a difference,” she concluded.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

The post Business Events Perth showcases its sustainability initiatives at AIME 2024 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Business Events Perth has announced its latest sustainability initiatives at the Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) 2024, held in Melbourne from February 23 to 25.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 8, 2024

Get more character, history and experience this summer in boutique hotels Try something a little different for your summer incentives, small meetings or executive retreats in major destinations. Shore Hotel in Santa Monica, California Looking to travel further for a true paradise experience? Any literary fans traveling this summer?

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 9, 2024

Refresh your Spanish for tropical incentive travel in 2024 The New Year brings the promise of winter ending, flowers blooming, the sun shining and warmer weather. Tropical locations offer beautiful beaches with luxury all-inclusive resorts for executive retreats and incentives, but travelers are now wanting something more.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Motivating the next generation of incentive travel winners will require a completely fresh approach, according to a new Leadership InSITEs study from SITE Foundation. That could translate into appealing to their own culture or ethnicity to make the experience extremely personal to them. In an exclusive Smart Chat Live!

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The MICE Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2020

She has also felt encouraged to keep thinking about international travel and ensure that events are still being planned, rather than cancelling them. Incentives are, perhaps, the most exciting part of MICE travel and involve attendees having highly unique experiences at a destination. But what is an incentive?

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inVOYAGE

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

With just 2 months to go until we bring inVOYAGE to the cosmopolitan city of Madrid , we catch up with our friends and colleagues at Spanish Heritage for an exclusive interview of just what goes into creating an award-winning incentive… inVOYAGE is headed to Mykonos! inVOYAGE: Madrid is rich in culture.

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One10 Marketing

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Because of this, your incentive and recognition strategy must change, too. Before 2020, the incentive travel industry was growing, which was music to our ears. It was growing to the tune of $78 billion dollars, which is how much the incentive travel industry has contributed to the economy.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

South America offers modern convention centers with cultural experiences International travel is trending for incentives, executive retreats and corporate meetings. “American readers would be surprised that we prioritize sustainability in our meetings practices.

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Achieve Incentives

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In the corporate world, nearly every day we hear the buzzwords “social impact,” “corporate social responsibility,” “sustainability,” and “environmental, social, governance (ESG).” Tourism is a force that has the potential to shape communities, economies, and cultures. Let’s take a closer look. What is social impact in tourism?

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BCD Meetings & Events

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Heading out on business travel should be more than just boardrooms and conferences — it's an opportunity to explore, connect, and be inspired. Join us as we unveil the top trending destinations for meetings and events business travel in 2024.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Both kept true to the spiritual references and respect for the Mayan culture which is defining and unique. Fairmont Mayakoba Rosewood Mayakoba Kanai The next day I traveled out to one of the newer developments in the region called the Kanai project. Plus, sign me up for the champagne vending machine at Hilton Tulum!

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Solimar International

JULY 19, 2023

Green Investments in Tourism: Unlocking Opportunities and Experiences for Sustainable Growth (World Tourism Day 2023) Green investments in the tourism industry are crucial as we move farther away from the pandemic, as many consumer preferences have shifted to become more eco-friendly. Future-proof investment strategies.

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 6, 2023

The post International event takes Australia’s cultural heritage to the global stage appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The post International event takes Australia’s cultural heritage to the global stage appeared first on Travel Daily.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 22, 2023

As we prepare for the changes to come in 2024, let’s take a look at how Gen Z travel trends are shaking up the tourism industry. Why Focus on Gen Z Travelers? Gen Z is among the most eager to travel after COVID-19. Many were sent home from study abroad programs or had to cancel plans for gap-year travels due to the pandemic.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 8, 2023

The post Building Bridges to a Sustainable Future: The 2023 WTTC Global Summit appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Africa has the world’s youngest population and by 2033, $1 in every $13 created in Africa, will come from Travel & Tourism and 1 in 17 jobs will be in the sector.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 21, 2024

The post The Meetings Show Asia Pacific makes a roaring debut in Singapore appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. In addition, the Events Industry Council (EIC) provided introductory sessions for their Sustainable Event Professional Certificate Course, offered for the first time in the region at The Meetings Show Asia Pacific.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 21, 2023

The post Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) 2023: Showcasing meaningful travel experiences in the land of smiles appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. ” This progressive approach will drive the growth of Thailand’s tourism ecosystem, emphasizing quality and sustainability.

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inVOYAGE

JUNE 9, 2022

The inVOYAGE team have been so impressed by Doha as a location for luxury incentive travel, that it has been selected as the location for the next global luxury incentives showcase in October 2022. The ancient marketplace of Souq Waqif provides the perfect setting for a truly cultural shopping experience. Permalink.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 2, 2023

The post GNTB to focus on sustainable inbound tourism at ATM 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. And thirdly, their Feel Good – Sustainable Travel in Germany campaign, emphasising how to enjoy an environmentally friendly holiday in Germany. “We

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Brightspot Incentive Events

JULY 3, 2023

It’s no wonder that this group incentive travel destination is Cvent’s #1 sourced destination in the regions of the Middle East and all of Africa. This time, we focus on how to best structure a group meeting or incentive travel program for this fabulous city. Burj Al Arab seen from madinat jumeirah in Dubai UAE.

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Travel Daily Media

AUGUST 25, 2023

The post Rajan Datar to MC Summit on Culture & Heritage in Tourism appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Rajan Datar He is also the presenter of two long running regular shows on the BBC World Service, including “The Forum”, which specialises in global culture and history.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

The post Melbourne Convention Bureau launches First Peoples Engagement Guide appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. The guide is a valuable resource for business event planners to drive social impact and deliver rich cultural experiences.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

APRIL 11, 2022

Why plan an incentive travel trip to Nashville. From world-renown music venues to mouth-watering cuisine and the rich culture of this unique city, it’s no wonder Nashville is growing to be one of the most sought-after domestic incentive destinations in the country. Nashville Incentive-Quality Hotels.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 9, 2023

The post Seafood, shanties and sustainability at Whitby’s Fish & Ships Festival 20 & 21 May 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The post Seafood, shanties and sustainability at Whitby’s Fish & Ships Festival 20 & 21 May 2023 appeared first on Travel Daily.

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