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Do U.S. incentive planners care enough about sustainability?

Pádraic Gilligan

Padraic Gilligan, Chief Marketing Officer, SITE & SITE Foundation Divided by a common language When I reflect on the content of some recent conferences, webinars and podcasts, I’m reminded of George Bernard Shaw’s much quoted comment about the US and Great Britain being “two countries divided by a common language”. The great divide, this time, Read more » The post Do U.S. incentive planners care enough about sustainability?

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Connection, attachment, and meetings

Conferences that Work

A teacher recently advised our daily meditation group to seek “connection free from attachment” This is a wise practice for me. But what does it mean in the context of meetings? Surely we sometimes become attached to people we meet? Isn’t creating and strengthening attachments one of the desirable functions of meetings? So what is the relationship between connection and attachment when people come together?

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MICE in Malta

Travel Daily Media

The post MICE in Malta appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Accessible, versatile, flexible and dynamic, the Maltese Islands have seen an increase in M.I.C.E. visitors in recent years and hopes to draw more M.I.C.E. groups from Asia. Rich in history, heritage and culture, the archipelago of Malta, Gozo and Comino has the right infrastructure needed to host conventions, exclusive incentive groups and top executive board meetings.

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Sustainable Tourism in Liberia: Rebuilding Post-Conflict, Post-Endemic Zones

Solimar International

Liberia is a beautifully unique country with a less than favorable reputation. Researching Liberia leads to some interesting finds. For example, the country’s two civil wars, the Ebola endemic, crime and COVID-19 appear, leading curious travelers to believe Liberia is not a bucket-list tourist destination. The effects on the Liberian economy have been disastrous, leaving communities struggling to rebuild the country to the glory it deserves.

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COVID-19 Travel Consumer Sentiment Study

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

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Shifting shape of corporate travel: Sabre  

Travel Daily Media

The post Shifting shape of corporate travel: Sabre appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Sabre Corporation recently announced the results of a new survey of travel agents and Travel Management Companies (TMCs) in APAC, which reveals the changing face of corporate travel as industry recovery continues to gain strength. . “Sabre’s own booking data is showing that corporate travel is coming back strong,” said Brett Thorstad, vice president, Sabre Travel Solutions, Agency Sales,

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AIME 2022 Is An Australian Event Award Nominee

AIME

We all know how much love (and sometimes a few tears) goes into delivering events so we’re very excited and grateful to share AIME 2022 is a nominee in the 2022 Australian Event Awards. In the running to be named … The post AIME 2022 Is An Australian Event Award Nominee appeared first on AIME.

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The Top Five Event Planner Marketing Strategies for Massive Success

InEvent

As an event planner, you know marketing is essential to your success. Without a strong marketing strategy, you will struggle to attract new clients and grow your business. But what are the best marketing strategies for event planners? You can use many different marketing strategies, but not all will be effective for your business. First, … Post The Top Five Event Planner Marketing Strategies for Massive Success showed as first in InEvent Blog.

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The 2023 Global Industry Forecast and What It Means for Your Event Budget

Skift Meetings

Skift Take: Demand for hotel space is rising almost as fast as inflation. In this challenging climate, what can meeting and event professionals do to secure the best deal? Five experts from Hilton spill their secrets. — Hilton Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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IPD to connect European tour operators to new partners in emerging destinations at WTM

Travel Daily Media

The post IPD to connect European tour operators to new partners in emerging destinations at WTM appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The Import Promotion Desk (IPD) will once again be present at the international tourism trade fair World Travel Market (WTM) in London. From 7 th to 9 th November, the IPD will present selected tourism companies from Ecuador, Nepal, Tunisia and Uzbekistan that specialise in innovative and sustainable tourism products.

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Experience Oxfordshire launches Only in Oxfordshire autumn short-breaks campaign

Travel Daily News

The campaign, Only in Oxfordshire, highlights the accommodation, attractions, food and drink and shopping opportunities available across the county’s five districts: Oxford City, Cherwell, South Oxfordshire, Vale of White Horse and West Oxfordshire.

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Evolution of the DMC:Renewing Business Relationships with Deeper Trust, Transparency & Understanding

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

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Decluttering and Downsizing: A Guide for Seniors and Their Loved Ones

Redfin

Throughout our lifetime, it’s easy to accumulate belongings that we may no longer use. Whether it’s a gift you didn’t want in the first place, an expensive kitchen appliance you haven’t used in years, or a wardrobe that no longer suits you, it can be hard to part ways without feeling guilty. But let’s face it, clutter has the ability to multiply as soon as you take your eyes off it.

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CTM / Radius Travel expands corporate and MICE travel network in the Gulf with ITL World

Travel Daily News

Business travel in the Middle East is forecast to rise by 32% in 2022, according to a recent report by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).

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Planners — Forget Everything You Think You Know About Reno Tahoe

Convene by PCMA

As the largest convention facility in Reno Tahoe, the Reno-Sparks Convention Center houses 600,000 square feet of meeting space with 53 breakout rooms and 380,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit space. If thoughts of Reno Tahoe evoke images of a purely gaming destination, it’s time to retire that old stereotype. With the best of both worlds in urban conveniences and natural beauty, Reno Tahoe is in a league of its own — one that savvy meeting planners flock to when they’re looking to delight t

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Pitch the Perfect Tent

Special Events

How putting intention into tent design can elevate any event

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Meeting Planning and Agile Air Travel Logistics

Gavel International

Reading Time: 7 minutes Air travelers who are excited to travel after months of restrictions have encountered pilot shortages, inclement weather, and oversold or canceled flights resulting in travel disruptions. There have also been challenges at the ticket counters as agents try to keep up with accommodations for air travelers. Flight tracking company, FlightAware, reported that U.S. airlines have canceled nearly 3% of flights, and 20% have been delayed. (1).