Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2024

Japan: Visit California Global Managing Director in Japan Marjorie Dewey reported that when the MLB Dodgers signing pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, it ignited sports fans all over the country and boosted Southern California tourism. They are looking for immersive, unique cultural experiences. appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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DECEMBER 10, 2021

The Podium, shown while construction was being completed, already is attracting all kinds of sports competitions to Spokane, Washington. Courtesy Spokane Sports). Spokane broke in its new, world-class sports facility, called The Podium, on Dec. More Than Sports. Sports & Entertainment District.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2023

What elements should meeting planners look for when sourcing to forge better group connections With the focus on the return of meetings, many meeting planners are seeking unforgettable locations for their next event that will provide ease and accessibility for their attendees.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 27, 2024

For attendees of Smart Meetings Wellness Experience this week at The Wigwam Resort just outside of Phoenix, the program addressed physical and mental health along with the deeper need for human connection. Healthy meeting strategies demonstrated included gifting, content, team building and F&B operations. Similarly, Deborah G.,

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 12, 2022

Known around the globe as the “Biggest Little City in the World,” Reno, Nevada, offers a high-end experience with unlimited potential that can elevate meetings to new heights. Reno has recently undergone a renaissance with many meeting venues having upgraded their facilities, alongside citywide improvements guaranteed to inspire.

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JANUARY 19, 2024

The Palm Beaches area offers 39 diverse coastal cities and towns in Southeast Florida, a beautiful region where every group can plan meetings that are perfectly tailored to their needs and interests. Amazing Spaces The Palm Beaches region has more than 170 hotels with 18,000 rooms and 1 million square feet of meeting space.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Louisville’s unique brand of Southern hospitality will make your next meeting memorable. Convention Centers There are many venues for planning your next meeting in Louisville, including two convention centers. Easy Access Your meeting attendees will have no problem traveling to Louisville. Here’s some of what you’ll find.

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MARCH 20, 2024

When the meetings are over, there is so much to do in Louisville, affectionately known as Bourbon City. Your attendees can enjoy the booming Bourbon scene, renowned restaurants, exciting arts and entertainment venues and historical and cultural experiences. There are many spots to enjoy Bourbon tasting in Louisville.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

However, with experiential experiences and wellness-oriented focuses from resorts trending now more than ever, meeting profs can explore destinations that are less business-oriented and more “off-the-grid.” With nature always a focus of Costa Rica, groups can visit the Science and Nature Center. There should be no other choice!”

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Venues around the world reveal groundbreaking debuts Pioneering venues make the meeting world go round. Certainly, these spaces are beautiful; but beyond beautiful, they are innovative, thoughtful, and are pioneering what a meeting destination can be. appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2024

A convenient location (within a 3-hour flight of most US cities); a state-of-the-art convention center ; and plentiful, luxurious accommodations within walking distance of downtown all make Oklahoma City a top choice for meetings and events. So much culture to explore American history buffs will want to visit the First Americans Museum.

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 5, 2023

The post Dubai to play host to a line-up of exciting events, sports tournaments and live performances in June appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Tune in for a musical celebration of Kuwaiti and Saudi culture at the Dubai World Trade Centre’s Sheikh Rashid Hall with singers Mutref Al Mutref and Hams Fekri on 17 June.

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DECEMBER 18, 2023

Consistently one of the top destinations in the country for meetings and conventions because of its unique venues, unrivaled connectivity, and rich local talent pool—Los Angeles also offers a diversity of neighborhoods , local culture, dining, entertainment, and accommodation options that mean you never have to plan the same experience twice.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

From its pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement to its evolution into a bustling metropolis with lush, green spaces, Atlanta blends cultural depth with vibrant city life. Add to its colorful history an abundance of Atlanta meeting venues, and you can’t go wrong with this Georgia peach of a city!

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 29, 2024

He will pursue meetings with 200-2,000 attendees from organizations based in Arizona, New Mexico and the upper Midwest. He spent six years as group sales manager at Hotel Monaco, handling largely corporate, sports and traveling entertainment markets. acre property, a historic landmark turned luxury destination.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Take a look behind the scenes and enjoy a taste of what’s to come as we head to Spain’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan city where Business, Culture and Gastronomy collide. Here, authentic flamenco is paired with a delightful meal prepared by Chef David García for a unique fusion of culinary and cultural excellence!

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

2023 Smart Meetings Catalyst Award winner and Tree-Fan Events CEO Anca Platon Trifan, CMP, DES, PMED, started a new group called “ Fit Mindful Mavens : Where Boardroom Brilliance Meets Fit Resilience” to help event producers manage their personal needs while advancing their careers.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 22, 2021

Many stadiums have been left to sit and decay, such as the Olympic venues in Rio de Janeiro , which hosted in 2016; Beijing, in 2008; and Athens, in 2004; others, such as that in Lake Placid , in New York’s Adirondack Mountains, and Munich Stadium, are being used to host more sporting events and meetings.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

He will oversee the department’s daily operations and continue to manage ACVB’s efforts to secure large-scale sporting events with Atlanta Sports Council. He brings over a decade of experience in the luxury hospitality industry and a dedication to creating a culture of well-being, diversity, equity and inclusion.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

From new dining and entertainment options to upgraded meeting space and world-class sports infrastructure, the Smart Meetings team toured the latest and greatest while in town for Preview Las Vegas 2024 and sent back highlights to add to your next site visit. Event profs can count on 3,644 guest rooms and 550,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Now that Hawaii no longer requires fully vaccinated visitors to quarantine, a lot of the cultural festivals meeting professionals previously hitched their group travel to are back in play. Oahu’s We are Samoa Festival is Hawaii’s largest Samoan festival and celebration of the culture. Sporting Events. Dining Festivals.

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MARCH 31, 2023

Let’s take a closer look at five great reasons to choose Detroit for your next meeting – its cuisine, hotels, venues, entertainment, and unique culture. The Marriott’s 100,000 square feet of meeting space, includes a ballroom that can accommodate a reception of up to 1,500 people. million square foot convention center.

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MARCH 24, 2023

Meet in Worcester, lovingly known as the Heart of the Commonwealth, where New England charm meets the vibrancy of a major city. Each spot has its own benefits of on-site meeting spaces, business centers, and tailored accommodations. But the allure for event planners doesn’t stop there.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 13, 2022

Wondering what the dynamic meetings industry future holds? We asked the stewards that will be leading the way to whatever comes next, the 2022 Destinations International 30 Under 30 Class, what most excites them about the future of meetings and events and their responses gave us hope for a brighter tomorrow. The 30 Under 30 Class.

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APRIL 25, 2022

The city – with all its cultural, business and sports offerings – is truly thriving, and giving organizations and planners more and more reasons to pick Ohio’s capital as a destination. From hosting meetings and conventions to gathering friends for sporting events or long weekend getaways, people are taking notice.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Roland Hamberger Roland Hamberger As the managing director at Rosewood Vienna , the brand’s first hotel in the German-speaking market, opened in August 2022, Hamberger will lead the hotel in engaging guests with Austrian culture, providing exceptional services and amenities and reinforce the Rosewood brand’s sense of place philosophy.

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DECEMBER 26, 2023

Albrian Contreras/Tourism Calgary) Birds may head south for the winter, but meeting planners are flocking north to experience the billion reasons that Calgary is the ultimate host city — any time of year. When it’s complete in June 2024, the BMO Centre will offer more than 500,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Why a billion?

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2021

This city has so much to offer visitors—vibrant arts, culture, museums, sports, recreation, beautiful hotels, dynamic meeting facilities and a mind-blowing culinary scene—but it’s about more than just things on a map,” Gamez said in a press release. Sometimes the simplest goals have the greatest impact.”.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Albrian Contreras/Tourism Calgary) Birds may head south for the winter, but meeting planners are flocking north to experience the billion reasons that Calgary is the ultimate host city — any time of year. When it’s complete in June 2024, the BMO Centre will offer more than 500,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Why a billion?

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NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Calgary’s new Culture & Entertainment District will offer a new kind of gathering place within a lively, cohesive downtown footprint. As in-person events return, the culture of a destination is playing an increasingly critical role in capturing attendees’ attention.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

How to incorporate a sense of belonging into the attendee event experience The phrase “sense of belonging” is defined as the psychological feeling of connectedness to a social, spatial, cultural, professional or other type of group or community (Hurtado & Carter, 1997).

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Melbourne, is renowned for its vibrant events industry, and this year’s Asia-Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) provided the perfect opportunity for the hosted media program to delve deeper into the city’s allure as the Events capital of Australia.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 30, 2024

Smart Meetings: What is the role of the Las Vegas Host Committee? The Host Committee’s goal is to maximize opportunities surrounding the Super Bowl to drive lasting social, cultural, and economic impact across the region. Las Vegas is truly the sports and entertainment capital of the world, and we hope everyone sees that on Feb.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 14, 2023

5 Observation decks coast-to-coast offer sky-high meeting possibilities A well-designed networking event brings people together, elevates the conversation and leaves everyone with a perspective they didn’t have before. Read More: Why Meetings Matter in The Big Easy. Morial Convention Center.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The Phoenix Convention Center is equipped to host conferences, meetings, and exhibitions large and small. With an enviable track record as the host of high-profile mega events, Arizona’s sunny capital city is now firmly established as a premier destination for meetings and gatherings of all sizes. Have you experienced Phoenix lately?

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MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Meetings that feature a wider purpose along with opportunities for teambuilding, wellness, creative endeavors, F&B preparation—and pickleball—are what’s being seen by one major conference-resort operator. Meetings are often aiming for a wider purpose beyond the stated business goals.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 22, 2024

The Evolution of Dana Point How did a sleepy surf town halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego reach the heights of Southern California Luxe culture? A trolley shuttles guests to the beachfront Club 19 and beach concierges will schlep towels and picnics to the private sand for expert tidepool experiences and an array of ocean sports.

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