July, 2022

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It’s Time to Re-Evaluate Your Event Tech Stack

Endless Events

Like the software industry, the event management industry has tech stacks. An e vent tech stack consists of all the technology that helps an event run efficiently. Event planners often forget to consider whether their tools are suitable for the job and their budget leading to overspending and inefficient processes. Re-evaluating your tech stack can help ensure your events improve and run optimally year after year. .

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The Raw Story Behind Kate Patay’s Move to Join Terramar

Smart Meetings

Kate Patay, Smart Meetings Smart Style Ambassador and the woman behind the eponymous Patay Consulting for the last five years, recently announced that she is taking a role as director of engagement with Terramar US , a DMC Network Company. Here in her own words is the story behind the decision to shed the event boss mantle and join a team again. Talk about the decision to go back to working for a company.

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According to WTTC and ETC, 1.2 million Travel & Tourism jobs across the EU will remain unfilled unless urgent action is taken

ETC Corporate

Travel agency segment forecasted to be worst hit by a 30% shortfall of workers The World Travel & Tourism Council ( WTTC) and the European Travel Commission (ETC) warn that the Travel & Tourism sector’s recovery could be put at serious risk if almost 1.2 million jobs remain unfilled across the EU. The challenging summer labour shortfall has been revealed by WTTC in its latest analysis of the.

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Small but mighty: incentive destination Interlaken, Switzerland   

The MICE Blog

The Swiss resort Interlaken is a prime destination for congresses, exhibitions, meetings and of course, incentive travel. Incentives are a unique aspect of MICE (Meeting, Incentive Travel, Conferences and Exhibitions) travel because they can be customised to the tastes of the client and are highly exclusive. On a visit to Interlaken in April, I had the pleasure of interviewing Camilla Struben, Team Leader MICE at Congress Kursaal Interlaken , about why Interlaken is the perfect destination for i

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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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Is Travel Sentiment Shifting Among Higher Gas Prices & Inflation?

Advanced Travel and Tourism

Hair cuts, manicures, home renovations, and even vacations have become luxuries for many Americans lately, according to recent data. Unfortunately, this is likely little surprise — we’ve all experienced the skyrocketing gas prices. But these temporary shifts in spending could impact destinations and their marketing in significant ways, and it will pay to prepare for the future now.

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Halifax, Nova Scotia – authentic experiences for incentive travel

Pádraic Gilligan

Pádraic Gilligan, Chief Marketing Officer, SITE & Managing Partner, SoolNua Golden Moments in Nova Scotia Great travel experiences have golden moments during which something triggers a change of consciousness, and, almost without prior warning, you’re transported to another realm, beyond the physical limitations of time and space that tether us to the here and now.

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How to Secure Your Event in the Face of Rising Active Shooter Incidents

Smart Meetings

Gun violence in the United States is, unfortunately, a reality every event planner must confront. The number of people killed in mass shootings has risen from 272 in 2014 to 692 in 2021. As of July 4, 2022, there have been 320 mass shooting deaths already this year. With the recent Highland Park mass shooting , people are anxious about event safety.

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Strong outlook for European tourism recovery but staff shortages and cost of living crisis loom

ETC Corporate

As concerns over Covid-19 wane, Europe is expected to recover 70% of pre-pandemic travel demand in 2022 Sudden surge in consumer demand coupled with staff shortages pose serious challenges for the sector going into the summer months Long-haul travel into Europe continues to lag significantly behind short- and medium-haul recovery Uncertainty brought about by worsening inflation.

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Participant experience design — moving from the old to new event world

The MICE Blog

One of the presentations that highly inspired me to think differently about event design took place in 2019 at the MICE Forum at ITB Berlin (Organised by VDVO ). Even after all these years, and a pandemic in between, these principles remain extremely important when we want to create a seamless attendee experience at events, be it live, virtual or hybrid, and put the human in the centre.

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Stop networking at meetings

Conferences that Work

It’s time to stop networking at meetings. No, I’m not saying we should only listen to lectures at meetings. Rather, I’m going to explain why using the term “networking” for all occasions when attendees get to talk with one another subtly directs attention away from can be the most valuable outcome of well-designed meetings: connecting with others.

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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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Cashel Palace Hotel & Spa – new 5 star hotel for Ireland

Pádraic Gilligan

by Pádraic Gilligan, Chief Marketing Officer, SITE & Managing Partner, SoolNua Marketing Cashel – now a destination I have vivid memories of Cashel as a stop en route to Cork or Blarney when I worked in the late 80s as an Italian speaking tour guide. As an experienced guide I knew exactly at what point. Read more » The post Cashel Palace Hotel & Spa – new 5 star hotel for Ireland appeared first on padraicino.

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Can We Rely On Event Platforms For Audience Engagement?

Endless Events

The Event Brew squad is tackling a complex topic today; a topic most event planners have contemplated in the last two years. It’s time to talk about audience engagement on event platforms! The topic was inspired by Encore’s article, titled ‘ Keep Attendees Engaged with an Interactive Event Platform ‘ The Event Tech Podcast has tackled this topic from multiple angles, but today, we can get an inside scoop from Dustin, Nick, and Thuy, as well.

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TWT: Survey Says Pent-up Demand for Meetings Conflicts with Corporate Cuts

Smart Meetings

Editor’s note : This Week in Travel (TWT) is your essential guide to smoothing the road from here to there for your attendees and yourself. A new survey from JD Power, US Travel and Tourism Economics (an Oxford Economics company), shows good news for meetings, albeit in tandem with a lag on behalf of corporate to allocate funds for meeting and business travel.

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25 Cocktail Party Ideas and Planning Tips

Social Tables

Cocktail parties are fantastic reasons to encourage friends, family members, and coworkers to get together. Typically taking place during after-work hours, cocktail parties are social events where guests are encouraged to socialize with one another, mingle, and converse over — you guessed it — cocktails. Although many professional party planners are skilled in planning private events, cocktail party hosts often choose to plan the event themselves; they design the menu, create the guest list, and

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Episode 51: Engaging Virtual Events with John Chen

Techsytalk

Can virtual events actually be engaging? What about the power of virtual to be BETTER than in-person? While John and […].

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COVID, duty of care, and the meeting industry

Conferences that Work

Event professionals: it’s time to talk about COVID, duty of care, and the meeting industry. Actually, we should all have been talking about this for the last couple of years, but better late than never. We’ve known since mid-2019 that COVID-19 spreads by airborne aerosol transmission. (Which makes me wonder why the GBAC STAR™ Facility Accreditation , with its emphasis on disinfection and cleaning surfaces and neglect of adequate ventilation, is still a thing.).

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How Event Planners Can Get the Most Out of Online Communities

Skift Meetings

Skift Take: Online groups and chat rooms for event planners are proliferating, resulting in much curiosity. Planners wonder if it’s better to post or chat? Are they worth paying to join, and if so, which ones? — Vincent Alonzo Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Why Is There No Good Event Management Software?

Endless Events

The event management industry lacks robust software designed for the unique needs of the event management industry. Many event planners rely on tools not made for the industry and attempt to find alternative solutions for the tasks they must accomplish. . In today’s episode, Will and Brant talk about the event management industry’s unique client base and where event management software fails to meet client needs.

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Meetings and Conventions Are Back in 2022—Here Are 4 Ways They’re Changing

Smart Meetings

It seems like not so long ago that everyone was talking about the death of meetings and conventions. There’s no doubt that the global Covid-19 pandemic shook up the industry and left event professionals wondering what the future would hold. But as we begin to inch ever closer to a new normal, it’s clear that meetings are making a comeback in 2022—with a few changes of course.

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33 Wedding Planning Quotes For Planners and Couples

Social Tables

Wedding planning can be a stressful process , consisting of months of organizing, scheduling, and rescheduling. Whether you’re a professional planner or a soon-to-be newlywed, you may find yourself in need of a pick-me-up every now and then as the big day approaches. If you’re looking for inspiration, guidance, advice, or a hearty laugh, we have just the list of wedding planning quotes you may need.

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Navigating Rising AV Costs for Events: ’It’s Not 2019 Anymore’

Convene by PCMA

Event planners and providers are looking for ways to mitigate the ballooning costs go audiovisual services. (Jacob Slaton Photography). Inflation hit a four-decade high of 9.1 percent in June, putting continued pressure on consumer’s wallets nearly everywhere that people spend money. It is just one of many issues audiovisual suppliers — as well as event organizers working with tight budgets for their events — are facing right now, according to John Rissi, senior vice president, customer and indu

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Stopping Human Trafficking: Hotel and Planner Organizations Play a Role

MeetingsNet

Several major hotel firms have announced new partnerships and substantial financial contributions to combat trafficking on their premises. With July 30 being the United Nations’ “World Day Against Trafficking in Persons,” two large hotel companies announced programs to assist victims of trafficking—who are often moved though hotels—as well as training employees to identify and report trafficking situations they observe.

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7 New Trends in Tourism Planning You Must Know

Solimar International

What is Tourism Planning? . Tourism planning consists of creating strategies to develop tourism in a specific destination. Knowing and understanding current trends allows those in the industry to tailor their operations to meet demand. It is crucial for DMOs and tourism businesses to stay up-to-date. . Origin and development of tourism planning. Tourism planning was born from the necessity of simultaneously balancing the economic goals of tourism and preserving the destination’s environme

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The IMEX Frankfurt Recap 2022

Endless Events

Fresh off the plane, Brandt Krueger returns to us from the IMEX Frankfurt 2022 event in Germany. Unfortunately, Will wasn’t in attendance this year. That’s why, in today’s episode, Brandt gives him a full recap on this year’s event. In a global industry that’s still feeling the effects of the worldwide pandemic, Brandt focuses on the trends he saw at IMEX Frankfurt 2022.

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The Business of Coming Together

Smart Meetings

Gatherings come in all shapes and sizes. They might last an hour, a few days or longer. Deciding on the right window of time says a lot to your prospective attendees: We’ve got a lot of things to share, a lot of work to do, a lot of fun to be had. Or, you’re busy. Let’s cut to the quick. Be honest with yourself when deciding the time commitment you’ll be asking of attendees.

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Caveat Emptor: Is Event Planner Certification Worth the Investment?

Skift Meetings

Skift Take: There are more certificates for event planners than ever before. The question is, are they a real measure of competence? And is the more rigorous certification process worth the time, effort, and money? — Julie Moline Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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JetBlue Agrees to Buy Spirit, Creating 5th-Largest US Airline. How Did We Get Here?

Business Traveler USA

A timeline of the months-long corporate high-stakes bidding war between JetBlue and Frontier. After months of negotiations and a wildcard bid, JetBlue has agreed to buy Spirit Airlines for $3.8 billion, creating the fifth-largest airline in the United States. Spirit Airlines ended its merger agreement with Frontier Airlines Wednesday as Spirit shareholders were in the midst of voting on the deal.

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Hotel-Labor Shortage: How Bad Is It?

MeetingsNet

A new report from AHLA shows that staffing challenges are nearly universal, affecting hotels in all price tiers. Robots could fill in for some tasks, but labor unions aren’t happy about that possibility. Planners: Are you sure that your next in-person meeting will have enough service staff on property to deliver the quality of experience your audience expects?

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What is Community-Based Tourism and Why Does it Matter?

Solimar International

Community-based tourism is one of the most significant parts of the tourism industry and key to destination sustainability. Despite their importance, communities are often neglected in tourism. Many tourism destinations overlook local peoples, or at best use them as gimmicks and labor for foreign visitors. Instead, tourism should serve as a tool to improve destination development and locals’ quality of life.

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Part 2: Six Digital Marketing Strategies to Promote Your Next Event

Special Events

Part 2 in enriching the experience of your target audience, from the moment the event is announced right up to the doors closing

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The Heatwave of the Future Is Here

Smart Meetings

Unbearable, earth-scorching temperatures posing a threat to the environment also endanger the health of meeting attendees exposed to such extreme heat. In July, roughly 100 million Americans came under an extreme heat warning issued by the National Weather Service as states stretching from the south-central region to the Northeast were hit with blistering triple-digit temperatures, encroaching on daily records in the states of Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas.

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Getting to the Event on Time

Skift Meetings

Skift Take: Delays and canceled flights are wreaking havoc on travel this summer. What should event planners do to ensure keynote speakers, VIPs, and others make it to their events on time. — Paul Cook Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Los Cabos’ Comeback Means Coming Back for More

Business Traveler USA

Cabo beckons with endless action and luxury stays. Los Cabos has been the go-to destination for celebrities for more than 60 years, beginning with Golden-Age stars like John Wayne, Bing Crosby, Lucille Ball and Steve McQueen; and more recently attracting George Clooney, Jennifer Aniston, Selena Gomez, and Leonardo DiCaprio, to name a few. The stars are aligned in Los Cabos to attract celebrity interest as the destination is within easy reach of Los Angeles and many major cities offering direct f

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Big Planner Survey Says Costs Are Up, Some Lead Times Tough

MeetingsNet

Encore’s latest Planner Pulse report finds that transportation and food & beverage are the most hard-hit budget items, while large events are being planned more often on shorter notice. Audiovisual-equipment and virtual/hybrid platform provider Encore has released the results its latest quarterly survey of planners, and it reveals that the present landscape for organizing business events is fraught with difficult budget considerations.

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How to Deal With 7 Curveballs Thrown at Event Organizers

Convene by PCMA

Almost every aspect of event setup takes longer on site as the business events industry moves forward with fewer workers — so organizers need to prepare their staff members for possible challenges. (Jacob Slaton Photography). In our experience, nearly every meeting service provider is short-staffed and plagued by last-minute no-shows or insufficiently skilled workers.