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Global DMC Partners Releases 2022 Destination Index

Smart Meetings

Global DMC Partners (GDP), the network of independent destination management companies and event service providers, has recently unveiled its 2022 Global Destination Index , which highlights the most popular meeting and incentive destinations around the world, according to booked and pending business across its worldwide partners. We’ve compiled the top five from its two categories, the top 10 MICE Destinations for 2022 and the “Hot List” of destinations trending for 2023 (listed alphabetically)

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When Marketing an Event, Advertise Outside Your Lane

Convene by PCMA

Connected TV services such as Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+ are good options for marketers looking to advertise their events. Joe Mathieu. Earlier this year, the “Great Resignation” was renamed the “Great Reshuffle.” Millions of Americans who left their jobs after the initial lockdowns ultimately decided to change industries and occupations. In light of this major trend and a large retiring workforce, event organizers must continue to prioritize finding and appealing to prospective trade-show and c

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Six fundamental ways to make a better conference

Conferences that Work

The other day, a client booked an hour with me to discuss how to make their conference better. Not much time, but enough for us to uncover and for me to suggest plenty of significant improvements. Thinking about our conversation afterward, I realized that all my recommendations involved six fundamental processes that, when implemented well and appropriately, will make any conference better.

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3 Shifts in Event Sustainability

Convene by PCMA

Instead of advertising its brand, Amazon chose to use its naming rights to spotlight its pledge to reach net-zero carbon emissions by calling the Seattle venue Climate Pledge Arena — just one example how sustainability has become top of mind for organizations and consumers. (Michael Dyerland/Visit Seattle). The Climate Pledge Arena, a sports and entertainment venue that opened last October in Seattle, is a showcase for sustainable innovation and best practices, from the top of its solar-power-ge

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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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London’s MICE industry continues to scale up

Travel Daily Media

The post London’s MICE industry continues to scale up appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. London’s MICE industry continues to go from strength to strength in 2022 with an impressive roster of new openings and developments. The UK capital’s events industry has bounced back strongly from the pandemic with a raft of new hotel, venue and infrastructure investments in recent months.

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Prosegur Cash acquires controlling stake in ChangeGroup

Travel Daily News

The deal conveys the strength of the foreign exchange marketplace as well as the confidence which is being placed in ChangeGroup’s services moving forward.

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Just Released: Key Findings From the 2022 Incentive Travel Index

FICP

The newly released 2022 Incentive Travel Index (ITI) reports that, overall, the incentive travel industry is strong. Recovery is progressing, program design is evolving and there is increased.

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Apartment Lighting Ideas to Illuminate Your Space

Redfin

A good lighting design in your apartment can make a big difference in how comfortable and inviting your space feels. Whether you’re renting an apartment in Los Angeles, CA , or moving to Seattle, WA , there are a few things to remember when choosing lighting for your space. That’s why we gathered some of the best apartment lighting ideas and tips for you to try, along with some excellent expert insight.

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Just Released: Key Findings From the 2022 Incentive Travel Index

FICP

The newly released 2022 Incentive Travel Index (ITI) reports that, overall, the incentive travel industry is strong. Recovery is progressing, program design is evolving and there is increased.

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10 Pros and Cons of Living in Virginia

Redfin

From the coastline to the mountain range, Virginia’s diverse geography makes this state favorable to all who live there. Take a hike through the Appalachian mountains or lay on the beach on the sandy shores of Sandbridge Beach; there are lots to see and do in Virginia. Although there are many great reasons to live here, there are also some drawbacks. .

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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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Just Released: Key Findings From the 2022 Incentive Travel Index

FICP

The newly released 2022 Incentive Travel Index (ITI) reports that, overall, the incentive travel industry is strong. Recovery is progressing, program design is evolving and there is increased.

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Room Set: Acknowledgement Through Art

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First Nations artist Jeffrey Samuels looks at one of the panels at an entrance to ICC Sydney depicting the whale, or barani, taken from his commissioned work that hangs at the center. (Photos courtesy ICC Sydney). Land acknowledgements formally recognize the past and present relationship of Indigenous people to the land where a business operates or an event is taking place.

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Happiness is a Priority, But It Isn’t THE Priority

Gavel International

Reading Time: 8 minutes Every leader knows that employee happiness is vital to business success. Joyful workers bring immense value to organizations. When employees are content, they devote twice the time to tasks(1); are 12% more productive (2); produce 23% higher profits(3) plus score 10% higher in customer ratings and generate 18% more sales. (4).

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Big guns target Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF)

Travel Daily News

Agenda boasts multiple ministers and Africa’s hospitality leaders.

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Putting Your All Into Your Association as an Event Business

Special Events

Follow these four steps to make the most of your association membership

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