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Confident planning strategies for the return of incentive travel 

The MICE Blog

Incentives are the most exciting part of the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibition) business. Memories and experiences that are created at a destination outlive any other type or event and experience; for me at least. After more or less four weeks, at the end of March, nearly all incentive trips were cancelled.

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11 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a DMC

ADMEI

To simplify the process, save money, and eliminate stress, consider hiring a Destination Management Company. A CVB or DMO is an organization defined and recognized by its status as an incorporated, non-profit agency or local government entity, which promotes the economic development of the community through travel and tourism.

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Gen Z Travel Trends: Why Destinations Should Cater to a New Generation

Solimar International

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. 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.

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How DMCs Can Help Save Corporate MICE Travel From COVID-19

Unique World Global Destinations

Never has there been a more important time to try and understand the future of leisure and corporate travel. I discuss what have we learned and why a destination management company is needed more than ever when planning a corporate event in order to win back travel confidence for meetings and incentive travel trips.

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Evolution of DMCs: Deeper Trust, Transparency and Understanding

Smart Meetings

Destination Management Companies ( DMCs ) are at the core of the MICE industry. Stephanie Harris, president of The Incentive Research Foundation , adds that “as events return post-pandemic, DMCs will play a more vital role than ever, providing critical local insight for planners. Following is based on the group’s whitepaper.

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Sustaining the Resilience of Community-Based Tourism Initiatives in Brazil

Solimar International

Meanwhile, the absence or inefficiency of State regulation has regularly contributed to the vicious cycles of poverty and vulnerability. The Role of Destination Management Organizations in CBTIs A photo of a trail in the Sundarbans, Bangladesh, where Solimar is establishing a DMO. Contact us to learn more.

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Destinations International Rising Stars Share Their Covid Lessons

Smart Meetings

Alicia Learner , visitor information services manager, Travel Juneau : The ability to pivot and adapt to a constantly changing situation. It should be a perpetual pillar in any destination management organization. We hope it inspires you as much as it gave us hope.

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