Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

But the Marriott management team understands that to ensure meeting professionals, attendees and leisure travelers have the most positive experience possible, that bell person needs to be immersed in the culture of the 95-year-old company. Meeting planners don’t work 9-5. A Matter of Culture. Rehires are up 10%.

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Dana Communications

JANUARY 9, 2024

Revenge travel, brocations, babymoons, staycations, bleisure…you’ve heard about them all, and they’re still around. 2024 follows suit and ushers in some interesting travel trends that will be popping up on your radar soon. Culinary Travel – Will people travel for food? Multi-Gen Travel – Families that live far go far.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Around 1,500 cultural heritage experts from around the world are set to meet in Sydney for the General Assembly of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS GA2023) in September 2023, marking the first time the event is held in Australia or the Pacific region. Offsetting Travel with Airline Partner.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The Science Behind the Break Stephanie Glanzer The program, which rolled out in 2022 following an intense couple of years navigating the pandemic, is part of a cultural journey at MGM Resorts to provide employees with the one thing that can never be replaced—time. That is an insight busy meeting professionals can embrace.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Meeting professionals understand that travel brings people together. Destinations International , the association for Destination Marketing Organizations, is teaming up with research firms iolite group , Brand USA and Miles Partnership to determine the impact of cultural exchange on destination planning and travel.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Experts offer tips and ideas for meeting professionals As the year slowly comes to a close, many financial and insurance meeting planners may be thinking about what they should be keeping on their radar. Did 2023 reignite the Golden Age of Travel? They’re less of a captive audience and more of a savvy travel consumer.” “I

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

At Muir, Autograph Collection , an oceanfront property in Halifax, Canada, planners who are seeking a unique and memorable setting for their event can book meeting spaces with 360-degree water views, or even rent the hotel’s 36-foot private yacht. W Philadelphia , which offers more than 45,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 12, 2023

Looking into the desires of incentive travel attendees The term “incentive travel” is full of positive associations: Taking a trip abroad, creating memories with favored colleagues or exploring a culture you never would have otherwise. Group Travel and Free Time Travel rewards are the No.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Walking tours provide distinct experiential learning that you can’t get any other way As incentive travel continues to be a critical tool for retaining and motivating talent, planners are looking for ways to make excursions more meaningful and memorable. Lisa Chen, ToursByLocals CEO, says that the company’s goal is to humanize travel.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Thomas immersed meeting professionals in luxury When top incentive meeting professionals gather in the U.S. Virgin Islands for a Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experience, of course, they are going to start with an update about the latest trends in motivating performers, engage in some pirate-themed fun and tour five-star properties.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 10, 2022

Rising prices for business travelers are predicted to continue in 2022 and through 2023, according to a report, “ 2023 Global Business Travel Forecast ,” by travel management platform CWT and Global Business Travel Association. Increase in Meeting Spend. Air Travel To See Sharp Increase. decrease in 2020.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

6 tips for a smooth European event from an international DMC expert If it seems to you everyone is taking their incentive meeting to Europe this year, you are not alone. But the country is a treasure trove of cultural experiences. Read More : A Manifesto for Good Travel and Tourism 3. News list included Rome (No.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The post The world’s most cultural cities for business meetings and events appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Company culture is also created when having shared experiences with colleagues, like when exploring a new city and deepening your appreciation and understanding of the world, together.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 30, 2023

NYC & Company Rebrands, Adds ‘Conventions’ to Name NYC & Company, the CVB for Gotham has rebranded as New York City Tourism + Conventions, adding the “conventions” to hit home the value the city has for meeting planners. million international travelers visit the five boroughs—more than triple the number in 2021.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 11, 2023

Meaningful rewards are more important than ever for Gen Z and remote workers In the age of Apple, AI, bytes, bits and working from home, incentive travel today is more important than ever. In a recent IRF survey of incentive travel professionals, nearly two-thirds indicated that travel is trending up for 2023 and beyond.

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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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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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Smart Meetings

JULY 14, 2023

Traveling safe is not just about gadgets and GPS, it’s also about common sense, say these experts Laura S. is a travel planner who often finds herself in unfamiliar cities in the US and abroad on hotel site inspections and destination FAMs. “I When you travel in those countries you are under their legal system.”

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 30, 2023

The post Experience the World Culture Festival in Washington, DC appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. With thousands of attendees from around the world expected, the World Culture Festival will be prepared with a bounty of international cuisines crafted by Capital region chefs.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The post Harnessing cultural heritage as a catalyst for economic growth appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Cultural heritage can be a driving force for economic growth, community pride and identity, opening up opportunities for communities to celebrate, promote and invest in cultural diversity.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experience focused on setting and reaching event goals When some of the most productive meeting professionals in the world meet in majestic The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson for three days of education, inspiration and networking, the experience has to be over the top. “We

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 17, 2024

Sparkling beaches, rich culture and enticing cuisine await All across Mexico, new and renovated resorts offer an unforgettable atmosphere for a flawless destination meeting. In Mexico City, history, art and culture converge for an experience filled with fascination.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. Sophie Hulgard, Chief Sales Officer at Accor, says, “The total global meetings industry worldwide is forecast to be worth $1.78

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inVOYAGE

OCTOBER 11, 2023

One powerful way to deliver on these shifting expectations is with a hands-on workshop that gives top performers the chance to be immersed in local cultures. One of the reasons why I love what I do is that I get to meet new people and empower them through sewing,” Stephanie said.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 6, 2023

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.” The post Travel and Tourism Trends in U.S. and Canada appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 17, 2024

The post Cvent announces Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels in Asia-Pacific for 2024 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Cvent Top Meeting Destinations | Asia-Pacific The Top 10 cities remained mostly consistent year-over-year with Singapore retaining its #1 ranking from 2023.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

From scenic mountain views to unmatched venue options, GOCAL is the perfect meeting hub to host your next gathering, big or small. Convenient Accessibility: One of the most significant advantages of choosing GOCAL for your meeting is its exceptional accessibility. Ready to plan your next meeting in GOCAL? It’s GO time!

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 8, 2023

Smart Women in Meetings: Industry Leader winner and CEO of SITE Annette Gregg sat down with Smart Meetings on the brink of SITE’s 50th anniversary. Gregg gained experience during her more than 3 years at Meeting Professionals International (MPI), moving from senior vice president of the experience team to chief revenue officer.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 13, 2024

Take a further trip for more reward in Spring, 2024 With travel continuing to open up and return to natural form after years of Covid, the world is once again an oyster for meeting professionals looking for an international incentive trip or executive retreat that will be memorable and expand geographical and cultural horizons of attendees.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The return to The Center for Association Leadership’s (ASAE) Annual Meeting & Exposition brought almost 5,000 people to Nashville in August after two years of virtual experiences. When we leverage our platform to allow groups to meet like that, it creates a richer experience,” she said. Community First. Community is powerful.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 26, 2021

“It is therefore imperative that we are inclusive ,” says Gloria Guevara, president and CEO of London-based World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). We look forward to seeing these guidelines make real change within the workforce,” Guevara says, adding that providing accessible travel is both a social imperative and a business opportunity.

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Gavel International

APRIL 3, 2023

Reading Time: 7 minutes These days, most people have traveled to different places in the world – or, at the very least, they know people who have. This travel might be within the United States or to different countries. 1 ) 53% of respondents consider cultural immersion essential to travel.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 9, 2024

The post TAT hosts key ME travel professionals and media at exclusive dinner during ATM appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) hosts an Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Networking cocktails and dinner at CeLaVi Restaurant in the Address Sky View, Dubai.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Meeting professionals are not just in the events business, we are in the business of helping people define who they are. That was a reminder from Greg Bogue, chief experience architect at Maritz Global Events and keynote speaker last week at Smart Meetings Incentive Experience in Riviera Maya at the all-inclusive Hotel Xcaret Arte.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Smart Meetings heard from industry leaders as they shared what they are grateful for—in their lives, as well as in their illustrious careers. I cherish the time we get to spend together at home, as well as the time we take to travel together to experience other cultures through food, music and traditions.

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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?

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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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