Traveler's Q

APRIL 4, 2024

Imagine your next event planned by a genius mind that never sleeps—welcome to the era where artificial intelligence (AI) transforms event planning into an art form. The introduction of AI into the realm of event planning marks a pivotal shift, turning mundane tasks into a canvas for innovation. The implications of this transformation are profound, as AI not only streamlines operations but also elevates the attendee experience to new heights.

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Dana Communications

APRIL 4, 2024

Craving an increase in RevPOR? Get your fill of guests (and locals) in your restaurants. With nearby eateries pulling out all the stops to tempt diners, we know that’s easier said than done. But just a few tweaks to your F&B operations and menus can have you leveraging seven of the latest culinary trends to seat more and more patrons. A Feast For The Senses It’s not enough to whip up great tasting food.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 4, 2024

Nutrition experts caution that the anti-diet movement is “hurting people at risk of health problems related to excess weight and a poor diet,” according to a recent story in The Washington Post. In March, I wrote about new research suggesting that the oft-recommended practice of intermittent fasting — abstaining from eating for 16 hours during the day — is actually detrimental to your health.

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Dana Communications

APRIL 4, 2024

The golden rule of traveling was always to book early, and the earlier the better. Jump ahead to today’s world of flexible work schedules and mobile-savvy globe-trotters and you’ll find that more and more people are choosing to book shorter, spur-of-the-moment trips on the fly. Here we unfold seven savvy strategies to attract last-minute bookers to your hotel.

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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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MeetingsNet

APRIL 4, 2024

A veteran production manager gives advice on what to look for and how to make changes in a property’s agreements before you sign. Planners: Do not sign venue contracts for event production, electrical services, internet access, and support services until you read the full document—especially if you are bringing in an outside audiovisual company for the event, which usually results in extra conditions and raises prices for certain elements.

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Connect Worldwide

APRIL 4, 2024

Scottsdale – April 4, 2024 – Connect Worldwide, a leading travel representation company, is excited to announce the appointment of its Midwest USA office, aimed… The post New Destinations and Hotel Brands Partner with CWW to Increase Visitation and Revenue appeared first on CWW.

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Stova

APRIL 4, 2024

Post-event survey questions and feedback serve as indispensable tools for gaining crucial insights, offering a comprehensive understanding of attendee satisfaction levels, and improving future events. Unlocking valuable insights from post-event surveys hinges on the art of asking the right questions, at precisely the right moment, and with finesse. As with pre-event surveys , you should keep your post-event evaluation survey short and to-the-point—a crucial consideration when aiming to capture a

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Panorama Travel

APRIL 4, 2024

ONE OF THE CAPITAL'S MOST IMPORTANT LANDMARKS & BUILT BY THE PORTUGUESE IN 1588 Al Mirani Fort, one of the capital’s most important landmarks, is open to visitors. The fort was built in 1588 AD on the ruins of an ancient defensive tower before the Portuguese invasion of the Omani coast. The fort also witnessed an expansion in its design during the era of Imam Ahmed bin Said, founder of the Al Busaid state in the eighteenth century.

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EHL Insights

APRIL 4, 2024

In the face of growing climate change challenges, the sustainability paradigm is rapidly reshaping business strategies worldwide. With hotel operations accounting for about 1% of global carbon emissions and embedded carbon in hotel construction adding another estimated 2%, the shift towards sustainability becomes an essential path for the hospitality sector.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 4, 2024

Get to know PCMA Member Stuart Frank , Senior Director, Field Events Asia Pacific, Salesforce Tell us a little bit more about your sustainability journey at your events… As a long time events industry professional – sustainability has always been a personal priority of mine having seen the waste in the early days of my career. Since joining Salesforce in 2015 I have looked at ways we can minimise our impact.

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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.

Special Events

APRIL 4, 2024

Part 1 in our 2024 Gala Award Feature Series

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Dana Communications

APRIL 4, 2024

You can learn a lot about a destination by how it looks and how it makes you feel, but you can also tell a lot by how it tastes. And in 2024 the appetite for culinary travel is absolutely ravishing. People are traveling to locales not only to see the sights but to experience the culture, and that means the menus too. Hotels and destinations should be aware that food tourism is on the way up, waaaay up.

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One10 Marketing

APRIL 4, 2024

Today’s modernized Incentive landscape is more diverse than ever. And the way that program participants want to be rewarded is just as varied. It’s important to consider what motivates and engages participants and offer a program aligned to those priorities. The reality is, today’s participants expect more than a single solution, and companies are offering modern choices for how participants receive their payouts.

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