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Luxury, Culture and White Lotus in Thailand

Smart Meetings

An incentive destination for the new generation Any time a hit television show features a distinct destination, meeting professionals get interested and the tourism industry of that location gets a real boost. It has recently been reported that season three of the wildly popular dark-comedy series White Lotus will be taking place in Thailand. According to Dana O’Malley, CEO of Kindred Public Relations representing Aleenta Resorts & Spas, the producers of the hit show say the new season in Th

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EMEC: 5 things to know about incentive travel in a post-pandemic world

MPI

Pádraic Gilligan, chief marketing officer for SITE, will walk attendees through the latest trends in incentive travel and its “awesome, transformational power” at MPI’s EMEC Brighton, 26-28 March.

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Trendspiration from CES and SXSW

Smart Meetings

Refresh your events with purposeful design and messaging Two of the buzziest industry events showcasing forward-thinking ideas today are CES and SXSW. As producers of events across the world, we have a front-row seat on how brands are bringing their marketing strategies and purpose-driven initiatives to life and witnessed how these two are capturing hearts and minds of audiences, capitalizing on evolving trends and inventing new ways to connect.

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Join the fight against human trafficking during MPI’s GMID broadcast

MPI

Malinda Harrell says that when it comes to the fight against human trafficking in the meeting industry, one of the key first steps is to unlearn what you think you’ve learned.

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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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Reward Your Best With Iconic Watch Brands

Smart Meetings

The Corporate Advantage: Exceptional Designs + Exceptional Service Citizen Watch America (CWA) offers a portfolio of leading and trusted brands for your business needs, including Bulova, Citizen, Frederique-Constant, Alpina, Bulova and Citizen Clocks, and Accutron, with prices ranging from $95 to $45,000 in retail value. These brands are known for their exceptional craftsmanship and design with cutting-edge technology and industry-leading quality and reliability, with hundreds of styles and tast

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It’s time to change the conversation, says Encore’s Amanda Armstrong

MPI

Amanda Armstrong says that as the meeting industry prepares to celebrate Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) on March 30, it’s important to think bigger than our economic value.

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Jessie States, VP of MPI Academy, receives IACC Award of Excellence

MPI

Jessie States, CMP, CMM, vice president of the MPI Academy, was honored with IACC’s Award of Excellence yesterday during the IACC Americas Knowledge Exchange 2023 in Durham, N.C.

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Air Cairo direct flight from Dubai for the first time

Travel Daily News

EGYPT -The most popular holiday destination in Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh, is now at your fingertips with Air Cairo direct flight from Dubai for the first time, starting on the 20th of April for a roundtrip, which will have two flights available weekly. Nestling on the Southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, tons of scenic places in the red sea await you at Sharm El Sheikh.

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Delicious virtual engagement

MPI

At the end of 2022, I R.S.V.P.’d for two virtual experiences after receiving press invitations, curious to see what’s on offer for groups and participants with such events.

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Changing Abortion Laws Create Duty-of-Care Issue for Meeting Hosts

MeetingsNet

Morals and politics aside, site selection in post-Roe America presents groups with new risk-management challenges, argues one industry lawyer. Abortion rights is an emotional and polarizing topic. As states enact new laws affecting those rights, a handful of groups have publicly changed their conference location in protest. For example, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists moved its 2023 annual clinical and scientific meeting out of New Orleans, not wanting to meet in a destin

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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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New report addresses disengagement at events

MPI

Disengagement at conferences is a significant problem, and the solution is providing attendees with more. But what does “more” mean?

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Holland America Line names winner in 150th Anniversary Poster Design Contest

Travel Daily News

SEATTLE, WASH. – Seattle resident Austin Thomas was named the winner of Holland America Line ’s 150th Anniversary poster contest. A panel of Holland America Line team members selected Thomas’ design for its colorful palette, nostalgic aesthetic and modernized interpretation of the brand. Fans were asked to create a unique poster commemorating Holland America Line’s 150th Anniversary, paying homage to company’s historic advertorial posters.

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Magic moments at EMEC Brighton

MPI

Samme Allen discusses the importance of event emcees and why it’s exciting to bring the meeting professional community together again in Brighton.

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Florida Keys, Key West Debut Streaming TV Channel

Travel Pulse

FloridaKeysTV features more than 75 hours of family-friendly programming highlighting the popular island chain.

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GMID’s Canadian origins: Getting to know Kathy Fortier

MPI

The meeting industry will come together to celebrate Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) on March 30, but did you know that a day now recognized and celebrated by meeting professionals around the world began in Canada? The first official National Meetings Industry Day was held in Canada in 1999. This followed local and regional events hosted by Canadian MPI chapters and conversations about elevating the celebration to a national level by the MPI Canadian Council—eventually leading to the f

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Bahamas celebrates 50th independence anniversary with year-long calendar of events

Travel Daily News

This summer, the Commonwealth of the Bahamas will celebrate its 50th birthday, and tourism stakeholders are leaving no stone unturned in ensuring visitors are aware of the year-long calendar of events that have been put in place. The milestone, officially recognized on July 10, 2023, will showcase the country’s culture and heritage, and presents an opportunity for the Bahamas to drive tourism growth.

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Better equipped for a renaissance in the events sector

MPI

Mark Cooper, CEO of IACC, will be sharing his insights at MPI’s European Meetings & Events Conference (EMEC) in Brighton, U.K.

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Plunge Beach Resort launches adult-exclusive bungalow experience

Travel Daily News

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Plunge Beach Resort , a low-key, stylish retreat on the shores of the Lauderdale-By-The-Sea that will quickly become your home away from home, announce the launch of its new adult-exclusive bungalows, a ‘resort within a resort’ experience, providing guests with a serene beachside vacation getaway, providing guests with a serene and intimate vacation experience.

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EMEC: The source of all creativity is curiosity

MPI

A journey to discover why collaboration, creativity and sustainability are key to understanding the future of meetings and events.

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Chapman Freeborn appoints Katie Holmes as Senior Vice President, Business Aviation

Travel Daily News

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA – Chapman Freeborn , the global air charter specialist and part of Avia Solutions Group , has appointed Katie Holmes as Senior Vice President, Business Aviation. Drawing on her deep knowledge of the domestic market and experience in private aviation, Holmes’ role sees her focused on growing the market share of Chapman Freeborn’s business aviation unit in the Americas., including leading a team of business development veterans to cement fruitful relationships with high ne

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EMEC education: Embracing change, creating our industry’s future

MPI

Kim Myhre, local education lead, on developing a diverse education platform for EMEC Brighton.

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Synergy leads the way to being carbon neutral with science based targets commitment

Travel Daily News

SΑΝ RΑΜΟΝ, CA – Synergy Global Housing (Synergy), a leader in end-to-end serviced accommodation program management, has announced its commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as part of its ongoing quest to be carbon neutral by 2030. In a move which will define Synergy’s approach to environmental sustainability, the commitment will align Synergy and SBTi as they collaborate to develop a clearly defined roadmap aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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MPI shares results of its 2023 GMID Virtual Experience

MPI

Over 4,000 industry meeting professionals registered for MPI's 2023 GMID Virtual Experience, with participation from around the world.

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Middle East consumers willing to pay more for sustainable, authentic luxury excursions and accommodation

Travel Daily News

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important consideration within the Middle East’s luxury travel sector, especially in the UAE where 61% of residents say they are willing to pay a premium for more responsible, eco-friendly and sustainable tourism experiences. Trends and opportunities within the high-end travel segment will represent key focuses throughout the 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which will run from 1-4 May 2023 at Dubai World

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TSA Warns Travelers With Marijuana at American Airports Ahead of 4/20

Travel Pulse

Can you fly with weed? TSA outlines cannabis rules at US airports.

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Cvent puts education and innovation at the forefront for its 3rd Annual Cvent Travel Summit on 19 April

Travel Daily News

Cvent , a market-leading meetings, events, travel, and hospitality technology provider, will host its third annual Cvent Travel Summit on Wednesday 19 April. The complimentary virtual event, hosted on the Cvent Attendee Hub, is curated for travel executives, global corporate travel buyers, travel management companies (TMC), and hoteliers looking to maximise the impact of their travel programmes.

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Why MPI EMEC host city Brighton is popular for meetings and events

MPI

A U.K. city by the sea will welcome MPI’s European Meetings & Events Conference (EMEC).

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The partnership between Le Meurice and Alain Ducasse to continue

Travel Daily News

Franka Holtmann , General Manager of the Le Meurice hotel , announces that the partnership between the hotel and Ducasse Paris will be renewed for five years, thereby confirming their solid relationship. Under the terms of the new contract, chef Alain Ducasse will manage the kitchens of Le Meurice, which cater to the Restaurant Le Meurice Alain Ducasse, the Le Dalí restaurant and for room service.

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The meeting and event venues of Brighton, MPI EMEC host city

MPI

Compact dimensions work to the advantage of MPI EMEC host city Brighton.

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61% of UAE residents willing to pay for sustainable tourism experiences

Travel Daily Media

The post 61% of UAE residents willing to pay for sustainable tourism experiences appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important consideration within the Middle East’s luxury travel sector, especially in the UAE where 61% of residents say they are willing to pay a premium for more responsible, eco-friendly and sustainable tourism experiences.

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Dear event industry men, your mental health matters

MPI

Mental health continues to be a taboo subject for many men.

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‘Cvent Travel Summit’ to be held on 19 April 

Travel Daily Media

The post ‘Cvent Travel Summit’ to be held on 19 April appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Cvent, a meetings, events, travel, and hospitality technology provider, will host its third annual Cvent Travel Summit on Wednesday 19 April. The complimentary virtual event, hosted on the Cvent Attendee Hub, is curated for travel executives, global corporate travel buyers, travel management companies (TMC), and hoteliers looking to maximise the impact of their travel programmes.

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Boosting Your Corporate Travel Program: The Importance of Online Adoption

Fox World Travel

Written By: Ben Claxton, Fox World Travel – Online Technology Manager We could talk on and on about the benefits of booking corporate travel online through your designated OBT (Online Booking Tool). We can talk about policy driving cost savings. We can talk about preferred vendors providing a better experience. We can talk about […] The post Boosting Your Corporate Travel Program: The Importance of Online Adoption appeared first on Fox World Travel.

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MITEC hits record number of visitors for ‘MATTA Fair 2023’

Travel Daily Media

The post MITEC hits record number of visitors for ‘MATTA Fair 2023’ appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC) hosted Malaysia’s largest consumer travel fair. The 52 nd Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) was held from the 17 th – 19 th March 2023 with over 180,000 visitors and generated slightly more than RM 300 million total sales turnover, with domestic sales alone accounting for RM 34 million.

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Top 5 most in-demand soft skills of 2023

EHL Insights

Today, more global organizations like Google, Apple, IBM and Facebook are no longer emphasizing the need for specific titles or experience and instead are shifting towards a focus on skills when considering candidates for a job.