Tue.Nov 15, 2022

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Here’s Why Your Event Budget Needs to Increase in 2023

Endless Events

After a nearly two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the events industry returned in all its glory this year. But just when we thought we had overcome the most difficult hurdles both as humans and as an industry, new external pressures waited around the corner. A war in Ukraine , an inflation surge, and supply chain issues will impact event budgets in 2023. .

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Tips for Difficult Conversations from FICP22

Smart Meetings

As if the job of meeting professional weren’t difficult enough, many have had to take on the role of Chief Difficult Conversation Starter. Now that compression is making available space an endangered resource and inflation is pushing up prices for even the most basic items while companies are hesitant to make binding decisions, the responsibility for explaining the realities of what is possible on both sides of the balance sheet falls to the event planner.

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UFI General Assembly wraps up a transitional year for the industry, highlights progress on key issues

Travel Daily News

UFI’s General Assembly has reviewed a year of activity, highlighting advocacy efforts, events, research, and education. Post pandemic industry recovery faced additional challenges from war in Europe to global inflation.

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Zoom Makes 2 Moves to Get in on More Hybrid Meetings

MeetingsNet

New partnerships with Cvent and AMC Theatres are aimed to support off-site attendees participating in hybrid events. In early November, meetings-tech bigwig Cvent and virtual-events provider Zoom announced a partnership where Cvent clients will be able to integrate the Zoom Events platform into their meetings to streamline the experience for both planners and virtual attendees.

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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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Transformational Resilience in the Hospitality Industry

EHL Insights

EHL Hospitality Business School recently hosted a conference entitled “Transformational Resilience in the Hospitality Industry” where a panel of industry players, ranging from academics to executives to practitioners, discussed the current state of hospitality. Among the topics discussed, the labor shortage was a recurring theme as were the potential solutions to overcoming this global issue.

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BADER PRESENTS A WORKSHOP FOR TOURISM STUDENTS AT THE SULTAN QABOOS UNIVERSITY

Panorama Travel

It was my pleasure to present the workshop on the work of travel and tourism agents for students of Sultan Qaboos University. Thanks to Dr. Hamad Al Mahrezi , Head of the Tourism Department at Sultan Qaboos University ( SQU ), for providing the opportunity to present Panorama Travels as a model for the leading Omani companies specializing in educational travel for students of the University Tourism Department.

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Meet the Team: Josh Stern, Sr. Manager of Business Operations

Hotel Engine

No one understands the value of incremental progress like Josh Stern, Hotel Engine’s Senior Manager of Business Operations. That’s because, over his four-year tenure, he’s witnessed what all those individual checked-off tasks add up to: a complete transformation of the company and the accomplishment of every major milestone along the way. Josh may operate largely behind the scenes, but every team at Hotel Engine has felt the impact of his work.

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11 Best Dog Breeds for Apartments, Plus 8 Training Tips

Redfin

Even pet-friendly apartments can have their own limitations when it comes to your four-legged friend. You should be mindful of everyone around you while renting an apartment with a pet. If you plan to buy or adopt a new dog, it’s important to consider their characteristics and personalities. It’s also important to consider the regulations on your lease and personal living limitations before adopting a new dog, as some apartments have size and breed restrictions for pets moving in.

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UFI Global Congress - The exhibition industry's annual global gathering heads to Cologne in 2024

Travel Daily News

Koelnmesse selected as host in their centennial year. Congress to take place from 20-23 November, 2024.

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People Leaving Los Angeles Are Looking to Move to These 10 Cities

Redfin

Los Angeles, CA, is a vibrant and lively city that’s home to over 4 million people. As a destination known for its entertainment, thriving restaurant scene, and year-round sunny weather, LA attracts people from all over. Whether you enjoy live music, professional sports, or museums, it’s easy to see why so many people enjoy living in Los Angeles. Even though 80% of Los Angeles homebuyers searched to stay within the Los Angeles metropolitan area , if you’re considering leaving the city, you

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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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A Ghoulish Twist on a Seafood Celebration

Special Events

Photos from a Halloween-themed seafood sustainability event

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People Moving Out of NYC Are Considering These 10 Cities

Redfin

Known as the “City That Never Sleeps,” New York City is one of the most iconic destinations that people from all over dream of moving to. This bustling city offers never-ending entertainment options, from Broadway shows and live music performances to art galleries and rooftop bars with impeccable views. Not to mention, some of the best food in the world can be found here.

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Opinion: Why Covid Safety Should Still Be a Priority for Corporate Events

Smart Meetings

Editor’s Note: As part of our Back Light series of industry leaders sharing their perspective, we asked Bill Stone, CEO at AllClear Healthcare , to share his take on best practices for keeping attendees safe today. After well over two years, many people are understandably tired of hearing about Covid. Just as many people are excited about the possibility of getting back to the before times, when mask-wearing and social distancing weren’t the first considerations for corporate events, and you co

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People Leaving Denver Are Looking to Move to These 10 Cities

Redfin

Denver, CO is a vibrant and friendly city that’s by no means small, with a whopping 716,000 people living here. There’s plenty to do and see in Denver and the surrounding area, whether you enjoy outdoor recreation like hiking and skiing, are a sports enthusiast, or are a foodie. With its gorgeous scenery, affordable cost of living, and diversity, it’s no wonder why so many people enjoy living in Denver. .

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Occupancy Rate Prediction: Building an ML Module to Analyze One of the Main Hospitality KPIs

AltexSoft Travel

The occupancy rate is a key indicator of the historical, current, and looking-forward performance of a hotel or vacation rental business. Stakeholders — from property owners to managers to housekeeping staff — use this metric to make informed decisions and increase revenue per room or property. Read on to find out what occupancy prediction is, why it’s so important for the hospitality industry, and what we learned from our experience building an occupancy rate prediction module for Key Data Dash