The MICE Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Back in July, I hosted a week-long Instagram Live series with Heidi Legein, Managing Director at The MICE Guru , a destination management company (DMC) based in Norway. During the past months of the lockdown, Heidi has been actively promoting her destination and inspiring and educating fellow event professionals about Norway.

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Unique World Global Destinations

MAY 3, 2021

They, I’m not quite sure who exactly, say that travel broadens the mind. Even in these turbulent times with Brexit , and of course the covid chaos, the travel bug is still something we can’t get enough of. “ Travel. Incentive Travel Destinations A Little Closer To Home? Taja Macek. Why would you?

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ADMEI

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

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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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. Read More : A Manifesto for Good Travel and Tourism 3. Pent-up demand has filled planes going across the pond.

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Unique World Global Destinations

DECEMBER 31, 2020

Incentive group travel, a key part of this sector, has been hit hard. Business incentive trips are a powerful motivator for employees and can increase job satisfaction. So what does the future hold for this part of the travel and tourism sector? What Is Incentive Group Travel? Incentive Agency Meaning.

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Unique World Global Destinations

MARCH 23, 2020

There is so much to do and see in Japan, especially if you are combining this trip with meeting and or incentive travel. Event planners choose our destination management in Japan because clients have full control in selecting an event itinerary. Choosing a DMC.

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Throughout 2023, we hosted webinars that touched on several key industry insights, including health and wellbeing, emergency preparedness, local partnerships, incentive travel research, improving business operations, and increasing sales.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 22, 2023

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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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 18, 2023

He will lead the sales team and develop and implement strategies to grow the hotel’s customer base, with attention to premier group customers, high-end corporate business and luxury travelers. Greg Redman Greg Redman Redman joins leading Hawaii-based destination and event management company MC&A as director of sales.

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inVOYAGE

DECEMBER 8, 2022

With Christmas just around the corner and temperatures beginning to fall, our editorial team have been busy compiling a list of our favourite winter incentives from around the world. Whether it’s business or pleasure, or a little bit of both, we invite you to take some inspiration from these destinations and start the new year with style.

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ADMEI

OCTOBER 4, 2023

As an event planner, you’re the expert in this craft —yet it could benefit you greatly to have a local ally who is the expert in your selected destination. A Destination Management Company (DMC) is the perfect partnership for taking your events to the next level. What is a DMC? What services does a DMC provide?

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

SITE Crystal Awards are awarded to impactful and memorable incentive programs around the world. Best Destination-Based Experiential Incentive Travel Program. Excellence in Incentive Travel: Africa/Middle East. Excellence in Incentive Travel: Asia Pacific. Excellence in Incentive Travel: Europe.

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Unique World Global Destinations

JULY 19, 2021

Why not boost morale by sending them on an incentive travel company experience to one of the listed locations. Well, this is why you’ll need destination management services located locally to give you the knowledge during the event or event when your including tour programs. Mexico destination management company.

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Travel Daily Media

MARCH 28, 2018

The post Hotelbeds group nets €110M from sales of Destination Management operations to TUI appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Hotelbeds Group has announced the sale of its Destination Management operations for enterprise value of €110 million to TUI. .

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 31, 2022

The first six months of 2022 were a busy time for Dubai and the United Arab Emirates, as Dubai Business Events (DBE), Dubai’s convention bureau, as the two destinations collaborated to procure 99 event bookings over the coming years. Read More : Q2 Earnings Indicate a Business Travel Surge and Strong Leisure Trend.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Global DMC Partners (GDP), the network of independent destination management companies and event service providers, has recently unveiled its 2022 Global Destination Index , which highlights the most popular meeting and incentive destinations around the world, according to booked and pending business across its worldwide partners.

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Unique World Global Destinations

MARCH 1, 2021

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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Travel Daily Media

JULY 31, 2023

The post ‘Hello Hong Kong’ familiarisation trip for India MICE planners appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. We have also seen vast improvement in demand for Incentive group travel from India to Hong Kong for 2H 2023.”

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Developing a tourism management plan is challenging for any destination management organization. Working for a destination management organization across multiple islands is even more! A hidden gem of tourism, it is described as one of the 10 “new Balis” for tourism by many destination management companies.

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SITE

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Massive congrats to SITE Germany’s Patrick Patridge on the publication of his book, Incentive Travel for a New World. Here’s what else you need to know: The Covid crisis and its caesura have had traumatic impacts on the worlds of work and travel. It is an impetus for both discussion and debate.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2021

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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Travel Daily Media

MAY 24, 2023

The post Dubai underlines record presence at IMEX 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. DBE has been joined by 35 co-exhibitors from across the city’s business events ecosystem, including hotels, venues, attractions, destination management companies and airlines.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 22, 2022

On the opposite side of the spectrum, there is the “slow travel” movement where it’s all about meaningful immersion and taking our time to authentically learn about the local culture. In doing so, I have been able to combine the best of whirlwind site inspections and the slow travel movement. Make a new friend in a taxi driver.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 30, 2023

The post VisitCzechia returns to ATM 2023 after three years appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Travel from UAE to the Czech Republic has seen a surge in 2022 with a year on year increase of 330.61% in average number of nights over 2022 and 2021.

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Achieve Incentives

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Planning a corporate event or incentive trip in a major city presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. The destination itself becomes a crucial factor that can either elevate or complicate your event planning efforts. Do: Research traffic patterns and how they impact timing and travel.

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Business Traveler USA

DECEMBER 18, 2021

This according to the 2021 Global Destination Index from Global DMC Partners, a global network of independent destination management companies (DMCs) and specialized event service providers. The post Destination Meetings and Events to Rebound in 2022 appeared first on Business Traveler USA. globaldmcpartners.com.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 8, 2022

International hospitality group Accor appointed Erney executive director of global sales for meetings, incentives and industry relations. Previously, Hughes served as senior vice president of sales and brings over 30 years of hospitality and travel sales leadership experience to his new role. Jennifer Erney, CMP, CMM. Ryan Fitzgerald.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

Developing a tourism management plan is challenging for any destination management organization. Working for a destination management organization across multiple islands is even more! A hidden gem of tourism, it is described as one of the 10 “new Balis” for tourism by many destination management companies.

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Solimar International

JULY 2, 2021

DMOs play a large role in contributing to a more resilient, inclusive and sustainable approach to tourism and destination development. A Destination Management Organization (DMO) is a non-profit organization that promotes a destination for tourism purposes. By branding its destination, a DMO invests in the DREAMING stage.

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One10 Marketing

MARCH 10, 2021

The pandemic, quarantines, work-from-home, and travel bans have uprooted our lives and forced us to think differently. Merchandise, on the other hand, forces your incentive program participants to make purchases using points they’ve accumulated for a job well done. We’ve lived through a lot of change.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 28, 2023

The post TCEB launches ‘Thailand MICE to Meet You Year 2023’ campaign at IMEX Frankfurt 2023, spotlighting new products, tech solutions and support schemes appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. This development will make it easier for MICE visitors to explore Thailand’s delectably diverse culinary landscape.

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Travel Daily Media

JANUARY 18, 2021

The post 2020: A Year of Collaboration to Build Better MICE Events appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. While others have reduced their operational capacity or even closed doors; LUXPERIA COLLECTIVE has evolved to now welcome the return of travel business to its 13 destinations across Asia in 2021 and beyond. “By

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Besides access to great networking opportunities and innovative content, the following 35 events will also provide attendees with great speaker lineups and the chance to travel to amazing locations! An event for destination management company professionals to learn and network. Global Meeting and Incentive Travel Exchange.

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inVOYAGE

JULY 7, 2022

Based in Cape Town, the Concepts Collection incorporates both event and full destination management and are renowned for creating distinctive luxury experiences across Southern Africa. We had a chat with him to find out his thoughts on the role of community in the luxury travel industry.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The post AlUla Moments adds three regional superstars to concert lineup appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The post AlUla Moments adds three regional superstars to concert lineup appeared first on Travel Daily Media.

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Path Destination Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

“Positive Footprints” Path is delighted to offer a bespoke range of event planning services, from corporate incentive trips to bonding events and team building exercises. Many businesses, from large to small, have recognised the legitimate value that a properly thought-out incentive program can add to their operation.

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inVOYAGE

MAY 5, 2022

We've been canvassing opinions and investigating the options on your behalf by asking some of the experts within our community to share their views and insights around what trends they are seeing concerning emerging destinations of choice for Incentive Buyers.

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