Smart Meetings

JUNE 5, 2023

Why Marriott CEO Tony Capuano is not expecting a hospitality downturn, especially in meetings Marriott International’s Exchange Association Masters customer event at the flagship renovated Sheraton Phoenix Downtown last week was an opportunity for meeting planners to ask top Marriott leaders what they could expect from the company in the future and talk about what they had been through together.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

JUNE 5, 2023

Drive More Visitors with Value Based Marketing Millennials are currently the largest generation of travel spenders, with 33% of these 27–42-year-olds (as of 2023) willing to spend at least $5,000 on a vacation. Millennials also travel the most of any other demographic, with an average of 35 days per year spent traveling for business and pleasure. Many in the millennial segment identify with value based marketing and engage deeper with campaigns that embrace these themes.

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Endless Events

JUNE 5, 2023

The events industry is a melting pot of talent and diverse backgrounds, with event professionals bringing rich experiences and unique perspectives to the field. It’s not uncommon to find professionals holding degrees in business, communications, or marketing, complementing others with a foundation in hospitality or years of experience in related industries.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

JUNE 5, 2023

GA4 With Google Analytics 4 over two years old, Google is finally ready to sunset Universal Analytics later this year. As the predominant way to analyze website traffic and behavior, it is imperative that DMOs and travel websites switch their accounts over to GA4. In addition to UA soon being unsupported and unworkable, there’s a host of benefits that come from switching to GA4.

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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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Smart Meetings

JUNE 5, 2023

In her new position as director of hotel sales at Visit Houston after 15 years in the hotel industry, Melinda Mintz spoke with Smart Meetings about her personal and professional journey. Smart Women in Meetings: Innovator Awards 2022 winner Mintz discusses her gratitude towards mentorship and her desire to pay it forward, the ways in which grit and resilience have been catalysts in her successful career and the aspects she loves about working for Visit Houston to help meeting profs have a stella

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

JUNE 5, 2023

With Google Analytics 4 over two years old, Google is finally ready to sunset Universal Analytics later this year. As the predominant way to analyze website traffic and behavior, it is imperative that DMOs and travel websites switch their accounts over to GA4. In addition to UA soon being unsupported and unworkable, there’s a host of benefits that come from switching to GA4.

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Trends Travel Travel Website 130

Advanced Travel and Tourism

JUNE 5, 2023

Drive More Visitors with Value Based Marketing Millennials are currently the largest generation of travel spenders, with 33% of these 27–42-year-olds (as of 2023) willing to spend at least $5,000 on a vacation. Millennials also travel the most of any other demographic, with an average of 35 days per year spent traveling for business and pleasure. Many in the millennial segment identify with value based marketing and engage deeper with campaigns that embrace these themes.

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Marketing Marketing Travel Travel 100

Travel Daily Media

JUNE 5, 2023

The post Dubai to play host to a line-up of exciting events, sports tournaments and live performances in June appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Dubai Calendar, the official listing platform for events in the city, has announced a fantastic line-up of live entertainment, culture and sport events which will take place throughout the city during June 2023.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

JUNE 5, 2023

With Google Analytics 4 over two years old, Google is finally ready to sunset Universal Analytics later this year. As the predominant way to analyze website traffic and behavior, it is imperative that DMOs and travel websites switch their accounts over to GA4. In addition to UA soon being unsupported and unworkable, there’s a host of benefits that come from switching to GA4.

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Trends Travel Travel Website 100

Special Events

JUNE 5, 2023

LGBTQIA+ inclusivity content for planners from SE throughout the years

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Planner Events 122

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

Conferences that Work

JUNE 5, 2023

In 2022, Zoom added avatars to their Meetings and Webinars products. Initially, Zoom only offered animal avatars, but custom human avatars were added in 2023. Zoom avatars have received mixed reviews ( 1 , 2 ), including this reaction from Miguel Neves , Editor-in-chief at Skift Meetings, on LinkedIn : “Why but why has Zoom created an avatars feature?

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EHL Insights

JUNE 5, 2023

Last month, in the setting of the stunning St.Regis Saadiyat Island Resort (Abu Dhabi), Marriott International held the first Hotel General Managers' Conference since the Covid-19 outbreak. More than 600 attendees including Anthony Capuano, President and CEO of the multi-billion dollar company, and David S. Marriott, Chairman of the Board of Directors, gathered at the conference, which was also the company’s very first event to group GMs of the entire EMEA region.

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Eventtia

JUNE 5, 2023

To put it simply, attendees go to your event for one of two reasons. One, for the content, or, two, to meet and interact with other attendees who share similar interests. Now when it comes to virtual events, the first reason is covered extremely well. Attendees get all of the same information, knowledge, and education that they would from any other event, just this time it’s from the comfort of their homes.

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Gavel International

JUNE 5, 2023

Reading Time: 5 minutes In the fast-paced and demanding world of leadership, mastering the art of setting priorities and boundaries is crucial for success. One method that can help leaders in this quest is distinguishing between urgent and important tasks. By understanding this distinction, leaders gain the ability to make informed decisions about where to invest their time and energy.

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Fox World Travel

JUNE 5, 2023

Hello! I’m Katie Hock, one of the Sun n’ Fun experts here at Fox! When a client tells me they want to vacation in a tropical destination that isn’t Mexico, I immediately suggest one of the incredible Caribbean Islands! The Caribbean is known for its breathtaking natural beauty, warm hospitality, and vibrant culture. With its beautiful white sandy […] The post Best of the Caribbean: Island Breakdown!

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 5, 2023

Autora: Marcela Torres | Marketing & Communication Manager, PCMA Latam En un mundo en constante evolución, donde el futuro del trabajo plantea nuevos desafíos y oportunidades, la colaboración entre industria y universidad se vuelve fundamental para el crecimiento y desarrollo de nuevos talentos. En el caso de la industria de reuniones, que tras la pandemia recibió un impacto importante debido a la migración de talentos a otras industrias, la unión de esfuerzos entre ambos sectores adquiere u

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Fox World Travel

JUNE 5, 2023

Hello travelers! I’m Leah Heier, one of Fox’s virtual travel advisors. With 30 years of experience, I know that planning a trip can be exciting, but it can also be so overwhelming. In today’s digital age, many people turn to the internet for travel planning, relying on online booking sites and review platforms. However, a […] The post Top 5 Perks of Using a Travel Advisor appeared first on Fox World Travel.

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MPI

JUNE 5, 2023

Amani Roberts, host of MPI’s World Education Congress Digital Experience, shares some of what remote participants can expect.

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Remote Education 59

Redfin

JUNE 5, 2023

Anchorage, AK, is renowned for its jaw-dropping natural beauty and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. Nestled amidst the stunning landscapes of the “Last Frontier,” Anchorage is home to a diverse array of parks that capture the essence of this remarkable region. From the serene tranquility of Margaret Eagen Sullivan Park to the unique scenery of Valley of the Moon Park, parks in Anchorage offer residents and visitors alike a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty that surrounds the

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Ulterior Events

JUNE 5, 2023

[link] My Working Day – Graham Alderman – MD Ulterior Events

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 5, 2023

“Making the effort to really understand how your workers are thinking now … is so worth it,” authors Heather E. McGowan and Chris Shipley write in The Empathy Advantage: Leading the Empowered Workforce. (Illustration by Eiko Ojala) This interview is part of our May/June cover and CMP Series story package. Watch for more stories coming soon. An empowered workforce makes the path forward uncertain for leaders, Heather E.

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 5, 2023

The 3,000-member National Organization of Black County Officials has moved its meeting from Miami in late June to North Carolina in mid-October. NOBCO’s executive director spoke to MeetingsNet about the situation. On June 1, just three weeks ahead of its 37th annual convention that was set to take place in Miami, Fla., the National Organization of Black County Officials announced it was relocating the 450-person event to Charlotte, N.C., and pushing the event back to mid-October.

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