Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Find something for everyone while absorbing the city’s culture Anticipating culinary expectations for groups can be stressful for meeting professionals, especially with more awareness of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and religious-based dietary restrictions or preferences. An easy solution? A food hall.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 18, 2023

Tips for expressing appreciation from a former monk What does it mean to have a mindful culture in the workplace? It’s vital to create a mindful workplace culture where employees are encouraged to appreciate the contributions and positive qualities of each other. A paycheck is good, but it’s not always enough.

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Dana Communications

APRIL 4, 2023

sensory-friendly live performances, barrier-free arts & culture destinations and boundless playgrounds, as well as accessible recreational trails and parks. Wherever your journey takes you, stay in tune with the latest travel trends and top-rated locales and attractions that cater to both your interests and your needs.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 26, 2022

webinar, “2022 Incentive Trends Explained.” Read More : Hotel Trends: Operation Recovery. Harris said one common desire across all respondents was authentic cultural activities, whether through CSR, sustainability activities or experiencing a destination differently. Incentive travel is changing, but how?

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

In the face of doubt, however, business travel has emerged with critical and pivotal strategies for recovery in its pocket and a renaissance of travel in its sights, as evidenced by American Express Global Business Travel (GBT)’s white paper, “ Why Business Travel Is the Center of the New Company Culture.” The Great Reprioritization.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 4, 2023

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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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 4, 2023

Welcoming spaces, easy tech and bleisure-based design are trending in 2023 What’s the first thing you notice when you walk into a hotel? It’s no longer enough to create spaces that reflect the local culture or promote local artisans,” she says. The flooring, hotel lobby furniture, lighting, number of windows in meeting spaces?

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

“The Future 100: 2023 ,” creative agency, consultancy, and technology company Wunderman Thompson’s annual forecast, identifies 100 trends across industries — from culture to technology to travel and hospitality — that will shape the way we live and work this year and beyond.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2023

However, we are continuing to see a trend of many attendees wanting to spend time outdoors. The trend of being outside is continuing to be a driver for events and plays a key role in many aspects of planning a meeting from the selection of a venue’s location and dining experiences to group activities and increased networking times.

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Dana Communications

JUNE 20, 2023

Google the definition of pop culture or popular culture. Take this one from vocabulary.com : “The music, movies, TV shows, and other media that the majority of people consume are known collectively as pop culture. In the 1970s, pop culture included disco music and Star Wars. It’s… a lot.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 6, 2023

project, made possible through the Landsdowne Park Partnership with the City of Ottawa, aims to expand and revitalize the park and facilities that have been a central place for culture and community events for over 175 years. “I The post Travel and Tourism Trends in U.S. Similarly in Canada, the Landsdowne 2.0

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Smart Meetings

JULY 21, 2023

Following the ever-changing trends of the event production industry This summer marks the 30th year event and entertainment production company Empire has been putting on live events across six continents. Miller also believes people are increasingly recognizing the power of tentpole events and cultural momets. Founded by J.B.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Curt Wagner, digital editor Trust Takes Center Stage I’ve been torn between writing about two trends — the ongoing story about how generative AI is transforming events and the increasingly critical role that trust will play in the future. The trend I’m keeping my eye on in 2024 is social media. The irony of this is not lost on me.

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Dana Communications

JANUARY 17, 2022

First, let’s note that wellness itself is one of the key travel trends for 2022. Keep an eye on these trends—and capitalize on them! Here are some of the top 2022 wellness tourism trends, in which we’re seeing US travelers: Actively seeking out domestic destinations closer to home , where they feel safer.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

SITE Classic, Society of Incentive Travel Executives Foundation’s annual fundraiser at The Boca Raton in The Palm Beaches, Florida, unveiled the latest trends according to new research and demonstrated to the 230 attendees from around the world how effective a personalized approach to giving can be—all while raising almost $240,000 for the cause.

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Traveler's Q

JANUARY 3, 2024

Navigating the Future: A Comprehensive Guide to Corporate Event Trends in 2024 As the world continues to evolve, so does the corporate events industry. As we look toward 2024, several corporate event trends are expected to shape the industry.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Economic, cultural, and technological issues are impacting who makes it onto the podium at meeting and conventions. The Speaking Industry Benchmark Report produced by AAE Speakers Bureau compiles data from both event organizers and keynote speakers to better understand the issues and trends affecting the speaker-booking process.

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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.

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EHL Insights

JANUARY 5, 2024

In the wide-ranging Food and Beverage industry, global trends are increasingly important. As cultures intertwine and borders blur, the industry must cater to a palate that is constantly evolving and universally connected. Here, we delve deep into the international choreography that makes F&B a globally harmonized experience.

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Traveler's Q

OCTOBER 15, 2022

Is Mixing Business & Leisure Still A Major Trend? Is Mixing Business & Leisure Still a Major Trend? Advantages for the company include a greater understanding of the culture where the employee will be conducting business, discounted rates at hotels and happier and more productive employees.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The events industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace and the best way to keep current is to look ahead and anticipate the trends coming for this year. AI — Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not a passing trend — it has become an indispensable tool. Here is what we’re keeping a close eye on in these coming months.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 26, 2018

As event profs it’s critical we stay on top of trends. From design and pop culture to global trends we are expected to know them all. These trends influence the events industry. In todays episode we will be discussing all about event design trends. We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.)

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 24, 2024

The post TIS2024 is calling tourism experts to share trends and strategies in tourism innovation appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. To excel in a highly competitive market, tourism businesses and destinations must adapt nimbly to these trends, ensuring their relevance and future success.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 26, 2024

In a nod to two trends among travelers—the desire for tasty but healthy beverages and the desire for destination-specific experiences—Loews Hotels has rolled out a new F&B program across its 26 properties in the U.S. To add variety to no-alcohol and low-alcohol beverage options, Loews Hotels introduces its Free Spirited program.

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EHL Insights

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

To thrive in the hospitality industry, businesses must continuously improve their offer to adapt to industry trends and guests' evolving preferences. Achieving this requires a highly adaptive organization with a culture of continuous improvement that fosters adaptability, innovation and an openness to transformation.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

As Grand Hyatt San Antonio is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this year, I’ve been reflecting on the major trends that have transformed the meeting industry throughout the past decade. Another big trend that has changed the industry is an overall shift in the importance of mindfulness. Technology has Driven Change.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2018

How will the events industry fare this year, and what trends will rule the roost when it comes to event planners’ priorities? Let’s take a look at these trends and how you can ride their waves successfully. 2019 Event Trends: Your Audience Craves Authenticity. Metrics has always been a top placer among the yearly event trends.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 20, 2018

No big surprise, but hotels will double-down on bringing local culture to the ballrooms and conference centers, in everything from pop-up action stations and food trucks to curated experiences led by local chefs and producers. The post Dishing 2019’s Hot F&B Trends for Groups appeared first on Smart Meetings. Local and Immersive.

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Solimar International

JULY 26, 2022

Knowing and understanding current trends allows those in the industry to tailor their operations to meet demand. Solimar has a dedicated team of staff who employ a wide range of skills to promote economic growth, environmental preservation, and cultural heritage conservation. . Promotion of local heritage and cross-cultural empathy.

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BCD Meetings & Events

JULY 21, 2022

Food fads come and go, but trends find their footing and evolve. They’re designing event menus that are culturally relevant, creative, practical, and sustainable. Overall, the primary menu trend that we’re seeing (and loving) is that inclusivity is everything. How are corporate event planners hitting the sweet spot today?

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

The September event brought destination marketers from Alaska to Texas to Riverside Hotel in Boise, Idaho, for networking, breakout sessions, a lesson in crisis communication and a taste (and a twirl) of downtown Boise’s booming Basque Cultural District. (If Top Trends Impacting Hospitality, Tourism and Events. Shawna Suckow.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 8, 2024

If you’ve been hesitant to dip your toe into the less serious social media waters, here are 10 easy trends to consider. I am the Director of Social Media, of course I want you to try fun social media trends.” Layering text over a photo or video with the trending typing sound is a simple yet effective way to get your message across.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Tourism is a constantly changing industry that works best when it can anticipate and adapt to new trends amongst tourists. It’s in the best interest of destination management organizations (DMOs) to frequently engage in tourism planning , and to consistently navigate changing trends and adjust to new demographics.

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Travel Daily News

APRIL 4, 2023

This according to the Africa Travel Week Trends report released this week at World Travel Market Africa , being held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre this week. For adventure tourists, it’s not just about taking risks but also about connecting with new cultures and landscapes while being physically active.

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MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, an operator of more than 50 meetings-focused hotels and resorts across North America, is seeing a number of trends among business events across its portfolio that underscore the changed perspective of meeting hosts. Meetings are often aiming for a wider purpose beyond the stated business goals. . •

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Blue Spark Event Design

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The trends shaping the future of corporate events are constantly transforming in response to the ever-changing world of technology, cultural dynamics, and the evolving needs of businesses. The post Trends Shaping the Future of Corporate Events first appeared on Blue Spark Event Design. Need Help with Your Next Event?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

It’s time to learn the ho-ho-ho-hottest holiday party trends of the year! So on this week’s #EventIcons, we’re super excited to let you know all about the absolute best holiday party trends! And Sydney has an eye for design and the ability to adapt to a client’s style guide, brand, and culture.

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