Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Occasionally, hospitality professionals and meeting planners get the chance to produce an outdoor event and let the fresh air and sun wash over them while standing in the cool shade of a tree. But often, meeting planners are working with in-door spaces, sans nature. As more and more companies are transitioning back into working on site, and event spaces are kicking back into gear, meeting planners have a great opportunity to explore the benefits of a biophilic design.

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ETC Corporate

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

The outlook for travel to Europe is promising despite global pressures such as high inflation, the war in Ukraine and consequent energy crisis, and the looming economic recession. The latest data indicates a recovery of 75% of 2019 travel volumes to Europe in 2022. This strong tourism rebound is expected to continue well into 2023, though at a slower pace.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

In recent years, “cannabis” and “marijuana” have been hot topics of interest for event professionals. And with the increasing legalization of the psychoactive drug, conversations around cannabis for events are at an all-time high. As the industry comes to terms with this new reality, many event professionals aren’t sure what to do next. ‘Bud’ if one thing is clear, cannabis is here to stay.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

The good, the bad, and the ugly of planning a destination wedding The good The trip of a lifetime Can relieve the social pressure of having many people attend They can give you date flexibility The bad It can be harder to personalize your day They can be super expensive for you They can be super expensive for your guests The ugly Foreign laws can lead to varying problems Depending on what you do, there are higher risks of death, theft, and injury How To Plan A Destination Wedding Within 12 to 18

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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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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Traveling internationally as an individual is tricky. Coordinating international travel for large groups? That requires a lot more planning and forethought. Smart Meetings spoke with Harmony Nordgren, vice president of operations at Cyberbacker, about things to consider when setting up international travel for your attendees. “Coordinating international travel is far more different and difficult than coordinating travel domestically because event planners must account for schedules and personal

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ETC Corporate

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The final lesson deals with a range of issues that visitors and visited face from the growth of tourism. It also reviews evolving attitudes to green and clean tourism and look at ways to positively engage tourists and residents.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

There’s no simple solution to understaffed meeting teams, but a multi-pronged approach will help you get through tough times and build a solid foundation for future growth. The staffing shortage in our industry is real and not easily resolved. Here are some ways to find good people and invest in their professional development, plus some ideas for getting by until you’ve got a full team in place.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

On Valentine’s Day, people invariably turn to their favorite V-day rom-coms to turn up the volume on romance. Rom-coms like “Four Weddings and a Funeral,” “You’ve Got Mail” and “When Harry Met Sally” are as popular now in their second life on Netflix and Amazon as when they debuted. What can meeting planners learn from these classics? You’d be surprised!

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ETC Corporate

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The first lesson of this course looks at the concept of CFT and its community specific application, the potential benefits to stakeholders – especially NTO’s – from its UNFCCC linked Registry system. It also covers community building by Strong Climate Champions and support services from SDG 17 Partners.

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Travel Pulse

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

US Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman said 'the latest trade data is a wake-up call for immediate federal action to boost this essential industry and increase travel exports to benefit the entire US economy.

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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.

Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

When you’re promoting an event , you need to make sure you create an eye-catching, engaging announcement email to attract as many attendees as you can. After all, the announcement for your upcoming event is often the first interaction you’ll have with potential eventgoers, and first impressions matter. With this in mind, writing effective event announcement emails isn’t always easy, particularly since the average open rate is 21.33%, according to Mailchimp.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Black History Month is underway during the month of February and many companies within the hospitality industry are recognizing and honoring the achievements of African Americans and their contributions throughout U.S. history. Black History Month took root in 1915, 50 years after the Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery in the U.S. when the Harvard-trained historian Carter G.

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ETC Corporate

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Lesson 2 looks at the concept of CFT and its community specific application, the potential benefits to stakeholders – especially NTO’s – from its UNFCCC linked Registry system. It also covers community building by Strong Climate Champions and support services from SDG 17 Partners.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

In a February 9 earnings call, Hilton chief Christopher Nassetta made it clear that guest-room prices for all customer segments will remain stubbornly high for the foreseeable future. Hilton President and CEO Christopher Nassetta maintains an active presence in the meetings market through stage appearances at events such as Professional Convention Management Association’s Convening Leaders conference , held last month in Columbus, Ohio.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Business and pleasure mix easily in sunny Tampa Bay. Get ready to experience the Tampa Bay Effect It’s where dynamic meetings of all size come together effortlessly in Tampa Bay—and why the Tampa Convention Center has booked its busiest convention schedule in history in 2023. One big draw is the convention center itself. Recently renovated, the 600,000-square-foot waterfront Tampa Convention Center offers stunning views of Tampa Bay, with plenty of natural light—inviting the Florida sunshine rig

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Sometimes the difference between getting along and thriving is one strategy, philosophy or tactic applied consistently. In “What One Thing” podcast, Smart Meetings founder and CEO Marin Bright asks this breakthrough question of meetings industry icons so we an all learn from their example. Join us on this storytelling journey as we explore fresh ways to approach today’s problems and time-tested tactics for reaching your dreams.

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ETC Corporate

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

This lesson focus specifically on current and forecast climate/tourism intersects in Europe, the powerful leadership of the EU on climate action and potential funding opportunities in the context of transformation to a new climate economy.

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inVOYAGE

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Have you heard the thrum of the Great Wildebeest Migration in the Masai Mara? Or woken to the chorus of crickets? Beyond our borders lies a continent partially untouched with constantly changing landscapes, a wealth of experiences and a promise of an incentive trip like no other. This week we hear from Dragonfly Africa and Green Route Africa – Southern and East Africa’s leading DMC and long-term inVOYAGER for a round-up of the best luxury travel incentives they've arranged across Africa and a ta

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Eventbrite

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Earth Day is an annual call to dedicate ourselves to environmental protection. Each year’s Earth Day focuses on a different topic, and the theme for 2023 is climate change. April 22 may only be one day on the calendar, but with these event ideas, you can set the tone for sustainability year-round.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Ben Arthur (top left) moderates a Global Scientific Conference on Human Flourishing session featuring musician MILCK (clockwise from top right), educational psychology professor Suzanne Freedman, and author Cheryl Strayed. I stumbled upon the announcement for the upcoming first annual Global Scientific Conference on Human Flourishing when I was doing research online for a Convene story.

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ETC Corporate

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Th fourth lesson reviews emission reduction issues, COP targets, the Glasgow Declaration and subsequent related actions. A major focus will be on Resilience and Adaptation. Looking across the entire sector, this video will give a more detailed analysis of the challenges and opportunities for aviation. Taking a look at offsets which plays such an important part.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Join MeetingsNet at the Catersource + The Special Event show in Orlando in March for an insightful educational lineup that will including Canonica’s session on the “undeniable shift toward event marketing.” Agnes “AC” Canonica, CMP, CMM, HMCC, has a long view of the events industry. Currently vice president, corporate at MCI USA, her meetings and incentives career goes back decades.

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Special Events

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Follow these three steps to confidently navigate the event tech ecosystem and find the solutions that will produce meaningful results

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The National Restaurant Association Show used industry professionals and past attendees to market the 2020 show. Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes Understandably, we put more stock in what users and experts have to say about a brand’s products and services than what the brand says about itself. And that’s what makes social proof such an effective tool for marketers, including event marketers.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Virtual events are here to stay, but with in-person coming back in a big way, you’re probably stress-Googling, “What are some exciting virtual events ideas for companies?” Fortunately, virtual event management software has rapidly evolved to help event organizers like you host unique online experiences that not only help you achieve your goals but can also entertain and delight your attendees.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The post AIME Celebrates 30 Years Milestone With a Grand Event At Marvel Stadium appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The teams of AIME, MCB, PJSE and Marvel Stadium collaborated tirelessly to put on a 30th-anniversary extravaganza at Marvel Stadium on Monday evening to commemorate AIME’s 30th anniversary. On Monday night, a huge welcome ceremony and celebration welcomed thousands of international and local buyers and exhibitors to the 2023 Asia Pacific Incentives and Me

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DCI

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The latest and greatest data from LinkedIn has arrived! We already know it’s a valuable tool for our clients thanks to our Winning Strategies report that highlights how LinkedIn is the preferred social media channel for corporate executives, but new metrics from the platform help make the case as to why. Some highlights: Consistency matters LinkedIn Pages that post weekly  have 5.6x more followers  than Pages that post monthly, and their following  grows 7x faster  than Pages that po

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Special Events

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Fountains, sculptures, and other ways to make chocolate the star of your next event

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Travel Pulse

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The shipping group is sending a ship full of supplies to aid in response to the earthquake in Turkey and Syria.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The post AIME Marks A 30-Year Milestone At The Opening appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. From left to right: Matt Pearce CEO Talk2 Media, Steve Dimopoulos Minister of Tourism Victoria, Natalie O’Brien CEO Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Julie Swanson CEO Melbourne Convention Bureau and Phillipa Harrison, Managing Director of Tourism Australia.

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BCD Meetings & Events

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

As often as we hear it, it’s true. Technology can help achieve a well-rounded event and transform the onsite experience – whether the objective is to enhance human connections, captivate attendees, customize spaces, or design frictionless visitor experiences. As we strive to stay relevant in an ever-changing events marketplace, consider how your venue spaces play a part in the attendee experience and what technologies can be used to enhance the overall attendee journey.

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Redfin

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Nestled in the heart of Will County, Joliet, Illinois is a lively and bustling city that boasts a rich history, a thriving arts scene, and a warm and welcoming community. With a range of diverse cultural offerings and endless opportunities for entertainment, Joliet is a city that truly stands out. This guide provides a glimpse into some of the many free events that Joliet has to offer throughout the year, giving visitors and locals alike a chance to explore the city’s unique character and

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DCI

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

We’ve often touted why economic development groups should consider Google for their display and targeted search advertising needs. While that is still an essential digital marketing strategy, we’re starting to recommend to clients that Bing ads should not be overlooked as a potential option for advertisers. Just like you want to diversify your investment plans, it’s important to put your digital advertising budget into different buckets to have a bigger impact.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The post ICC Sydney Strengthens Its Corporate Citizenship appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) on Gadigal Country, managed by ASM Global, made 73,600 cultural impressions across 67 events in 2022, demonstrating the impact of the venue’s global platform and advocacy for reconciliation as visitors engage with Australia’s First Nations people at events.

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Eventbrite

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Snagging a sponsor can take your event to the next level and create future opportunities for expansion — but many event creators hit a wall when trying to find and nurture potential sponsors.

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