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Smart Moves in Tampa Bay, Denver and More

Smart Meetings

Gigi Fernandez and Bryan Fox. Bryan Fox (left) and Gigi Fernandez (right). Fernandez is touring tennis professional and Cox is director of racquet sports for Innisbrook, A Salamander Resort in Tampa Bay, Florida. Fernandez , hall of famer and winner of 17 Grand Slam doubles titles, is considered one of the best doubles players of all time. She also won two Olympic Gold Medals with Mary Joe Fernandez.

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Meet Your Best Event Planning Resource: AI

Skift Meetings

Skift Take: Using artificial intelligence to plan events is no longer a dream, it's a reality. — Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Emotional intelligence in hospitality management education at EHL SSTH

EHL Insights

Competencies such as presence, mindfulness and connectedness, which have so far been cultivated more in spiritual settings, are becoming increasingly important in scientific, economic, social and pedagogical contexts. 'Affective Hospitality' teaches the importance of creating an emotional connection based on emotionally intelligent behaviors as a key part of hospitality management education, and also as a way of life.

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If Your Venue Dumps Your Event, Have a Concessions List Ready

MeetingsNet

Smart negotiating can ensure a meeting maintains its quality and that the host is made whole—and then some—if the meeting is relocated by a host venue. A November 29 article on MeetingsNet.com about contract clauses that can better protect groups when a venue cancels drew a lot of conversation on Meetings Community (MeCo), an online chat forum for meeting professionals.

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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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How Much Does it Cost to Rent a Venue?

Eventbrite

One of the key administrative tasks for an event planner is determining the cost of renting a venue. While the cost varies depending on factors such as size, location, and amenities, determining an appropriate budget is fairly straightforward. Here are some useful questions to keep in mind: How do I determine if the cost of […].

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5 Things to Do in China

MTI Events

Traveling throughout China is a study in contrasts, as you’ll have the opportunity to visit new, ultra-modern cities filled with advanced technologies along with ancient historic sites that first became known to the rest of the world more than 700 years ago. Not to mention a myriad of natural wonders along the way.

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inTHESPOTLIGHT: Bless Hotel Ibiza and Bless Hotel Madrid - The Palladium Hotel Group, Spain

inVOYAGE

Founded in Ibiza in the late 1960s with the dream of bringing paradise within the reach of travellers, the Palladium Hotel Group continues to promote luxury, quality and first-class service. Today it embraces brands in Spain, Italy, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Jamaica and Brazil. In today’s edition, we shine our spotlight on some of its premium Spanish destinations – Bless Hotel Ibiza and Bless Hotel Madrid – and their impeccable reputation for luxury.

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Fox World Travel promotes Jeff Saydah to director, global client solutions

Fox World Travel

OSHKOSH, Wis. (Dec. 8, 2022) – Fox World Travel is pleased to announce the promotion of Jeff Saydah to director of global client solutions. In this role, Saydah will be responsible for leading the client solutions team by delivering exceptional service without boundaries using our innovative technology services, customer support and leading industry expertise for […].

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inAMSTERDAM – Amazing Destinations (Part 1)

inVOYAGE

A city bursting with vitality and must-see attractions, from the fabulous museums, art galleries and cultural treasures to the bustling streets and cafes, Amsterdam is a firm favourite for both business and pleasure. Read on as we take you through the city's finest luxury hotels in the first of our two-part Amsterdam series. Kimpton De Witt Hotel. Kimpton de Witt Hotel Celebrate Dutch culture, art and modern urban energy as you live with one foot in the city’s rich past and one in the present.

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Multi-crisis situation calls for increased flexibility

Travel Daily News

New studies with cautiously optimistic outlook for the events sector.

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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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inCENTIVES – The Magic of Christmas: A Round Up of Winter Incentives

inVOYAGE

With Christmas just around the corner and temperatures beginning to fall, our editorial team have been busy compiling a list of our favourite winter incentives from around the world. Whether it’s business or pleasure, or a little bit of both, we invite you to take some inspiration from these destinations and start the new year with style. Alpine Adventures – Bucher Events - Switzerland.

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AHLA announces 17 state hotel conferences for 2023

Travel Daily News

Events provide exclusive networking and learning opportunities for hoteliers.

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inTHENEWS – Inspiration on some Individual Luxury Hotel Gems

inVOYAGE

This week we bring you a superb selection of luxury independent properties from our newest inVOYAGERS, including a secret gem in Portugal and a beachside palace in Dubai. We hope you feel as inspired as our editorial team did! Enjoy…. Es Saadi Resort. A GENUINE OASIS – ES SAADI MARRAKECH RESORT, MOROCCO Just three hours from most European capitals and close to the bustling Medinas of Marrakech, the Es Saadi resort embraces the beating heart of the city whilst offering its guests the chance to re

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Fox World Travel promotes Tina Husemoller to Vice President, meetings and incentives

Fox World Travel

OSHKOSH, Wis. (Dec. 5, 2022) – Fox World Travel is pleased to announce the promotion of Tina Husemoller as vice president of meetings and incentives. In her role, Husemoller will be responsible for the overall strategic direction of the Fox meetings and incentives department. Her initial focus will be continuing a strong recovery and strategically […].

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Who's News for December 8, 2022

Special Events

Special Events business news

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People on the Move

Convene by PCMA

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Michael Woody. Visit Seattle has named Michael Woody as senior vice president, community engagement and public affairs, effective Jan. 3. In this role, Woody will lead the development and execution of Visit Seattle’s community engagement initiatives with the organization’s 700-plus partners and sponsors.

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News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas

Convene by PCMA

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. Rejected for a Job? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Let It Get You Down. A study by the employment search site Joblist, based on interviews with more than 1,000 people looking for jobs in the U.S., found that about one-third of applicants received as many as six to 10 rejections over the past six months.