Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Editor’s Note : This is part of a monthly series on the planning process for producing IMEX America , the 10th anniversary of the landmark industry gathering scheduled for Nov. 9-11 at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. After news that the United States would open to vaccinated international travelers starting Nov. 8, a fresh round of registrations poured in, bringing the total number registered for the now mask-optional IMEX America at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino to 10,000.

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ETC Corporate

OCTOBER 28, 2021

2 in 3 Europeans plan to travel in the next six months, building on the confidence restored over the summer. Intra-European trips overtake domestic travelling: 55% of short-term travellers prefer to visit another European country. Air travel is on the rise, with over 50% of respondents stating they feel comfortable taking a plane again. Although the peak summer season has been left behind, the desire for travel remains strong across Europe. 66% of Europeans plan trips through March 2022, while i

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Dana Communications

OCTOBER 28, 2021

According to ReportLinker , the mobile gaming industry is projected to experience explosive growth, reaching a colossal $153.5 billion worldwide by 2027. We get it, because we all know someone (perhaps our kids, our significant others—or even ourselves?) glued to their smartphone looking to advance just…one…more…LEVEL! There’s definite appeal in the challenge of these mobile apps—and the undeniably human thrill of victory.

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Best Corporate Events

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The practice of corporate team building has been around for almost a century. But it’s never been more critical than today, as businesses struggle with the “new normal” of the post-COVID economy. Here’s why. Although business is constantly evolving, rarely has so much changed in such a short time in terms of human resources. The word “unprecedented” has been thrown around a lot recently, but in terms of the speed and scope of change in the workplace, that word fits what enterprises face today.

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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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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The event industry’s Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge requires signatories to commit to targets aligned with the Paris Climate Accord, which includes achieving a 50-percent reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 on the way to net zero emissions by 2050. Leaders from the business events industry will present a Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge, signed by players in the industry, during a session at the UN Climate Change Conference COP26, which runs Oct. 31 through Nov. 12 in Glasgow, Scotland.

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Stova

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Forget scary movies like “The Conjuring” and “Paranormal Activity”—these real-life horror stories from event planners are enough to make you scream. Anyone who’s worked in events knows that even the best-laid plans don’t always go exactly, well, according to plan.

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Business Traveler USA

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Beginning Nov. 8, Virgin Atlantic has announced it will resume its transatlantic services from London Heathrow to Orlando and Las Vegas, and from Manchester to Orlando and New York. The carrier is scheduling the restart on the first day US borders will be reopened to fully vaccinated international travelers. The carrier is operating daily flights to Orlando from both Heathrow and Manchester airports because of a surge in demand – the route is currently the most booked across the carrier’s networ

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Imagine a sky of swirling pinks and yellows hovering overhead as your attendees raise a glass to connections made, both old and new. Or breakout sessions that look out onto the glistening blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, or the bright, cloudless sky peeking behind towering palm trees. In Long Beach, these iconic views are seemingly everywhere. The colorful sunsets and expansive ocean vistas have long been a source of inspiration for the artists and innovators drawn to California’s storied south

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Red, White, and New: Efforts to Boost Sustainable Tourism in Poland. Here at Solimar International, we work to increase and promote sustainable and regenerative tourism around the world. We know that every country has its own unique challenges in implementing effective sustainable tourism. Poland has had difficulties creating and maintaining long-term plans for prioritizing eco-friendly tourism.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Accolades continue for the Indiana Convention Center thanks to more than $7 million recent health and safety enhancements. Exhibitor Magazine, for the second year in a row, named the Indiana Convention Center one of the best convention centers in 2021 in North America for trade shows and events. To be in this elite class, convention centers’ facilities and functionality had to stand out.

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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.

ITA Group

OCTOBER 28, 2021

5 Best Practices For Customer Loyalty Marketing Programs. According to Marketing Metrics , the success rate of selling to an existing customer is 60–70%, while the success rate of selling to a new customer is only 5–20%! Not only that, according to Criteo , 52% of customers say loyalty programs are one key reason they choose specific retailers or brands.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 28, 2021

opular Spokane attractions include an inventive food scene, craft breweries, wineries, cideries, hip cocktail bars, and an incredible arts and music scene. Imagine the ideal business event location in Washington State, and your mind might jump to big, rainy Seattle. But just over the Cascades, on the eastern side of the state, warm, sunny Spokane offers just as much—if not more.

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DCI

OCTOBER 28, 2021

It’s finally happening! As the Canadian and U.S. border reopens finally, welcoming vaccinated travelers, U.S. destination marketing organizations can now target Canadian travelers more directly. The road back to reopening was bumpy, with Canada opening to American travelers first on August 9. Now, however, Canadians shuttered in their nation for months and months can imagine a getaway to their southern neighbor.

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Special Events

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The Special Event will be held May 2-5, 2022 in Anaheim, CA.

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FICP

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Did You Know? Spooky season is upon us – A time to share candy, costumes and.ghost stories! Did you know that the White House is haunted? From Abraham Lincoln ghost sightings to hearing.

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Business Traveler USA

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Sixt, the German car rental and ride-hailing company, is giving customers a choice of hybrid or electric vehicles when booking a transfer or limousine service. Travelers can now select hybrid or fully electric vehicles when booking trips online or via the Sixt app. The sustainable, CO2-efficient models are available in several European cities across the UK, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and Turkey.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 28, 2021

“Boomerang” employees, those who voluntarily left a job but would like to return to it, shouldn’t feel embarrassed about asking for their old position back, say experts. A record number of workers quit their jobs in August — 3 percent of the U.S. workforce — fulfilling Anthony Klotz’s prediction that we would experience what he called “The Great Resignation.

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FICP

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Did You Know? Spooky season is upon us – A time to share candy, costumes and.ghost stories! Did you know that the White House is haunted? From Abraham Lincoln ghost sightings to hearing.

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I-Meet

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Andalucía is one of the main MICE destinations in Spain, with Granada and Cordoba at the forefront of this increasing demand in terms of infrastructure, technology, communication, and options for groups, with Co.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Tamara Jones. Choose Chicago has announced that Tamara Jones has been promoted to the role of senior director, conventions and trade show sales. Jones represents and sells Chicago’s convention citywide packages with a focus on large-scale medical, sports, and other key association meetings at McCormick Place.

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Travel Daily News

OCTOBER 28, 2021

150 government and business leaders to meet at FII in Riyadh. Tourism brought to the forefront of the global agenda for the first time at FII.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 28, 2021

We get it, you’re busy. So, the Convene editors have curated the latest tips and trends in the world of work for you. Take a look at what caught our eye this past week. Busting Myths About Hybrid Working Models. Overhauling years of traditional working structures in favor of scalable, flexible models that can meet employees’ new expectations is a huge and complex task, made more difficult by common misperceptions.

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Travel Daily News

OCTOBER 28, 2021

All local teams have been diligently preparing for the launch and are looking forward to welcoming event planners and groups.

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Executive Group Travel

OCTOBER 28, 2021

It’s year 5 of your annual President’s Club and it’s been nothing but a positive experience. Sales numbers have significantly increased in the 4 th quarter since instituting the program and the percentage of employees hitting 15% higher quotas has doubled. Each year while on the trip you realize how successful the trip is in bringing together your employees and building excitement for the year ahead.

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I-Meet

OCTOBER 28, 2021

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Leonardo

OCTOBER 28, 2021

We were excited to attend and speak at HEDNA Miami, which was themed “ Together Again. Moving Hospitality Forward.” This theme was appropriate for us because this was our first in-person conference in over a year. Gathering with the hospitality industry’s leading minds reminded us what is important today, and what will be important in the future for distribution. . 1 st : Brands must own their content .

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I-Meet

OCTOBER 28, 2021

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Tourism eSchool

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Home. Top 10 Tourism Website Marketing Fails and How to Fix. By Paige Rowett. Published on October 29, 2021. Building and managing a tourism website is a non-negotiable, foundational marketing tactic for all tourism businesses and should be your biggest and most important marketing investment. After working with a range of different tourism brands on website marketing audits and strategy development, I've come across a few consistent issues with website design and development that are not geared

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I-Meet

OCTOBER 28, 2021

HIlton comments on Balancing Act approach to agreements and Q2-Q4 2022. [link].

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Business Traveler USA

OCTOBER 28, 2021

American Airlines has announced major changes in how AAdvantage program members achieve status. Starting in 2022, the program will start using a single status currency, Loyalty Points. The move replaces the previous metrics of Elite Qualifying Miles, Elite Qualifying Dollars and Elite Qualifying Segments. Under the simplified system, one eligible AAdvantage Mile earns one Loyalty Point.

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