Endless Events

JULY 7, 2022

The Event Brew squad is tackling a complex topic today; a topic most event planners have contemplated in the last two years. It’s time to talk about audience engagement on event platforms! The topic was inspired by Encore’s article, titled ‘ Keep Attendees Engaged with an Interactive Event Platform ‘ The Event Tech Podcast has tackled this topic from multiple angles, but today, we can get an inside scoop from Dustin, Nick, and Thuy, as well.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2022

Gun violence in the United States is, unfortunately, a reality every event planner must confront. The number of people killed in mass shootings has risen from 272 in 2014 to 692 in 2021. As of July 4, 2022, there have been 320 mass shooting deaths already this year. With the recent Highland Park mass shooting , people are anxious about event safety.

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ETC Corporate

JULY 7, 2022

As concerns over Covid-19 wane, Europe is expected to recover 70% of pre-pandemic travel demand in 2022 Sudden surge in consumer demand coupled with staff shortages pose serious challenges for the sector going into the summer months Long-haul travel into Europe continues to lag significantly behind short- and medium-haul recovery Uncertainty brought about by worsening inflation.

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Tourism Tourism Travel Travel 171

Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2022

Editor’s note : This Week in Travel (TWT) is your essential guide to smoothing the road from here to there for your attendees and yourself. A new survey from JD Power, US Travel and Tourism Economics (an Oxford Economics company), shows good news for meetings, albeit in tandem with a lag on behalf of corporate to allocate funds for meeting and business travel.

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TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave

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inVOYAGE

JULY 7, 2022

With South Africa having proved itself to be one the top incentive travel destinations, we caught up with Yolanda Woeke VP Sales & Marketing, and Kerry Roos Director Incentives and Travel,to find out why they think it is performing so well in this sector, and how they feel about working with inVOYAGE as one of the main partners for Cape Town 2023.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2022

Plan with Confidence. All-inclusive Hyatt Zilara and Ziva luxury resorts line the most spectacular shores in Mexico and the Caribbean and have each been designed to deliver extraordinary events and guest experiences for savvy planners and their participants. With the uncompromising group services one can expect from the Hyatt brand and the value and convenience of an all-inclusive resort, adults-only Hyatt Zilara and all-ages Hyatt Ziva are the ideal destinations for your next programs. .

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Redfin

JULY 7, 2022

For many first time renters and seasoned renters alike, designing your apartment or rental home is the way to put your stamp on the place. Whether that’s through meaningful art, choosing a color scheme, or just buying your first set of dishes, furnishing your own space can turn a new apartment into a “home.” However, there are apartments that don’t require any design skills and are move-in ready.

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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. Its founder, Richard Holt, leads a multinational team of world travellers to deliver bespoke events and incentives for both corporate and private clients. 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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Redfin

JULY 7, 2022

Pennsylvania, also known as the Keystone State, is one of the most populous states in the US. It’s the 33rd largest state by land area and has a population of over 12 million people. Pennsylvania offers both big city living and small-town charm, and with its location, residents can travel to surrounding states like New York in no time. From the bustling metropolis of Philadelphia to the scenic farmlands of Lancaster , it has something for everyone.

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inVOYAGE

JULY 7, 2022

If you’re looking to give your team an experience that will boost morale, increase loyalty, and improve their performance, then maybe you need to take a walk on the wild side. We strapped ourselves in for a ride through the best of the adventure filled incentives South Africa has to offer. Buckle up as we take you through a selection of our favourites.

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The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.

MeetingsNet

JULY 7, 2022

Celebrating individuals whose initiative and innovation are moving their organizations and the meetings industry forward. MeetingsNet’s annual Changemaker profiles celebrate exceptional meeting professionals who are using their talent, initiative, creativity, and passion to affect change for their organizations and/or the meetings industry at large.

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inVOYAGE

JULY 7, 2022

Perfectly situated in the vibrant heart of Cape Town, we are delighted the exquisite Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, will play host as our partner hotel for inVOYAGE Cape Town 2023. Known for its iconic pink buildings, lush gardens and lying beneath the gaze of Table Mountain, Mount Nelson exudes style and understated elegance – a superb base from which to explore this exciting city.

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InEvent

JULY 7, 2022

PTZ cameras will help you solve your surveillance needs, especially when you follow the guide correctly. PTZ cameras are commonly used to eliminate blind spots in guard stations, supermarkets, airports, churches, museums, construction sites, large outdoor areas and so on. Read along to learn more about the types, advantages, and disadvantages of PTZ cameras.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 7, 2022

The Raleigh Convention + Performing Arts Complex includes the Raleigh Convention Center, Coastal Credit Union Music Park, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, and Red Hat Amphitheater. (Brian Gassell). “Venues bring so much variety and diversity to communities and I love having the chance every day to dazzle and create special moments for guests and clients,” said Kerry Painter, director/GM of the Raleigh Convention + Performing Arts Complex in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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Fox World Travel

JULY 7, 2022

Organizations are seeing record amounts of unused tickets on file as an aftermath of the pandemic and due to the increase in flight cancellations. In turn, this has led to unused tickets being transferred to other travelers or exchanged. When these occur, it can be difficult to determine how to appropriately allocate these travel expenses […].

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 7, 2022

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Mary Patton. The National Association of Realtors has named Mary Patton, DES, as director, strategic sourcing. She will be responsible for selecting and contracting citywide meetings for major conferences, as well as leading the registration and housing teams. Previously, she worked as director of groups and meetings at IHG and global sales director at PRA Business Events.

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DCI

JULY 7, 2022

When destinations appear in news stories or broadcasts, sometimes the images lifted from digital stock photo websites appear less than representative. It’s one thing to share story angles and resources with the media through proactive pitching, but when it comes to stock images, it’s not always in a DMO’s hands. Anyone can take and share a photo these days.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 7, 2022

We get it, you’re busy. So, the Convene editors have curated the latest tips and trends in the world of work for you. Take a look at what caught our eye this past week. The New Face of Working Parents. In the wake of the pandemic, major shifts in work-life culture — like opportunities for remote work, job sharing, and flex schedules — mean parents are creating their dream careers.

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Redfin

JULY 7, 2022

Raleigh, NC, “City of Oaks,” is quickly becoming home for many North Carolinians and out-of-staters alike. With countless historic museums, iconic BBQ, outstanding local restaurants, and scenic oak tree-lined streets, it shouldn’t come as a shock that nearly 490,000 people live in Raleigh. If you’re looking to buy a home in Raleigh , expect to see the median home sale price coming in at $405,000.

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Education 57

Travel Daily News

JULY 7, 2022

Lauren Bruggemans joins Visit GPS with more than 16 years of hospitality and management experience across multiple divisions and sectors.

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Global DMC Alliance

JULY 7, 2022

The post What’s Hot in South Africa? Giltedge appeared first on GDA - Global DMC Alliance.

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Travel Travel 52

Special Events

JULY 7, 2022

Special Events business news

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Eventbrite

JULY 7, 2022

Part creative incubator, part competitive sport, part live auction, part party: that’s Art Battle in a nutshell. President Simon Plashkes calls it “a combination of Iron Chef, The Price is Right, and Bob Ross … on drugs.” No matter how you analogize it, Art Battle turns painting into a live tournament of talent, and brings […].

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Eventbrite

JULY 7, 2022

Part creative incubator, part competitive sport, part live auction, part party: that’s Art Battle in a nutshell. President Simon Plashkes calls it “a combination of Iron Chef, The Price is Right, and Bob Ross … on drugs.” No matter how you analogize it, Art Battle turns painting into a live tournament of talent, and brings […]. The post Art Battle Makes Art Immersive, Democratic, and Fun appeared first on Eventbrite Blog.

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