Dana Communications
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Tourism is fascinating. Tourism is exhilarating. Tourism is also easily affected. By a lot of things – from Mother Nature to politics. Those of us in the tourism industry know all too well that in the blink of an eye, a natural disaster can turn a beautiful top-selling destination into a disaster zone. Think: the recent wildfires in Maui or Hurricane Idalia that hit the Florida Gulf Coast.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Day 1 At 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 17, the switch flipped on 150 education sessions and thousands of one-on-one meetings at IMEX America 2023 at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas as Nick Santonastasso, CEO of Victorious International, took the stage to help everyone rewrite their stories with themselves as the narrative hero. His message: “Focus on what you can control instead of what you are lacking.” We walked the floor and kept this running journal of insights gleaned.
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Motivation Excellence
OCTOBER 18, 2023
Bre Chambers is not a fan of being recorded, but she knocked our Get to Know ME recording out of the park this month! Be sure to watch her two-minute video and read below to get to know more about our spirited Travel Coordinator out of the Traverse City office. Thanks, Bre, for sharing how you ended up in the incentive travel industry and the brilliant photos of some recent hiking adventures (can only be seen in the video – what are you waiting for?
Traveler's Q
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Whether it’s a wedding or a corporate event, creating a seating chart is an essential part of ensuring the success of any gathering. A well-organized seating chart can provide structure, promote socializing, and maximize the available space. Event seating charts can be challenging to create, particularly when managing a diverse range of guests with varying backgrounds and needs.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
ADMEI
OCTOBER 18, 2023
How to Incorporate Health and Wellness Into Your Events Planning an event takes countless hours and an eye for detail. As you plan, you’re considering your attendee experience at every step, from the venue you select to the speakers you book. But even with a perfectly planned event, one of the best attendee perks may not come from the “official schedule” at all.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Ali Amin Ali Amin, One10 Leading travel, events, incentives and marketing services company One10 has appointed Amin EVP, Product Management and leader in SaaS product. He will oversee product management, engineering, design and data strategy for PerformX, a SaaS-based incentive and recognition technology that helps to amplify business results. He will also oversee Rewarding You, One10’s global rewards catalog.
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Conferences that Work
OCTOBER 16, 2023
While facilitating, I try to remember that we are all different. Here’s why that goal can make me a better facilitator. I can be better than I expect at noticing differences I know that everybody’s fingerprints are unique, though that doesn’t help me facilitate better. But sometimes, to my surprise, I become aware of subtle useful differences between members of a group.
MeetingsNet
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Known as Spark, the planning-specific platform will maintain a free version along with a paid version offering enhanced features that rolls out on October 23. After conducting five months of beta testing and building its datasets from the input of more than 3,000 planners and industry suppliers, the Professional Convention Management Association and event-technology firm Gevme will unveil the full version of Spark—an A.I. platform designed specifically for the business-events industry—on October
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 20, 2023
The Events Industry Council (EIC) invites meeting and event professionals to participate in a survey that will help inform the next stage of the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) standards and exam. CMP accreditation has played a huge part in the lives of meeting professionals, with more than 12,000 CMPs to date. To keep up standards EIC conducts a competency profile project every five to seven years that uses feedback and expertise from industry professionals through focus groups, a task for
Social Tables
OCTOBER 20, 2023
“There’s been a murder!” Murder mysteries have long been a staple in the movies, but murder mystery parties have only started popping up in the last few decades. They are fun, engaging events that invite attendees to participate, roleplay, and figure out “Whodunit?” Because it has many moving parts, planning this kind of event can feel intimidating, but we’ll show you how to throw a murder mystery party in just a few simple steps.
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 20, 2023
A skyline view of downtown Dallas. You may already think of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas as a world-class event venue, with flexible spaces and amenities that put your attendees first. There are plenty of reasons to book your events at the KBHCCD right now. But with an exciting expansion set to begin construction in 2024, there are even more reasons on the horizon.
MPI
OCTOBER 18, 2023
Deciding where to hold a major conference or meeting has always been driven by a complicated calculus for professional and trade association meeting organizers.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Create one-of-a-kind, unforgettable group experiences. As we near the end of 2023, planners looking to finish their year with a bang may want to consider some interesting and different team-building activities to bring the year to a close. Check out these experiences available for your next group meeting. Cabaret in Seattle If you find yourself in Seattle, you may want to check out Teatro ZinZanni , the legendary theatrical cirque that is part circus, part cabaret experience that recently starte
Travel Daily Media
OCTOBER 18, 2023
The post 600 youth from 100 countries gather at STGC for solutions to sustainable travel appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. More than 600 young people from 100 countries have been brought together by the Sustainable Tourism Global Center (STGC) to engage in solutions for reaching net zero in travel and tourism, as part of UFCCC MENA Climate Week in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 20, 2023
There’s nothing like an $8 billion makeover to position a city as the place to do business and host your event. Omaha’s flurry of development is reshaping Omaha and the convention attendee experience. The RiverFront The $325 million RiverFront is a downtown playground filled with gathering spaces. The development combines three parks over 72 acres perfect for memorable outside events for your attendees: Gene Leahy Mall has a performance pavilion and 40,000 sq. ft. of lawn space, sculpture garden
Tourism Tiger
OCTOBER 18, 2023
Mobile optimisation is now essential for all websites, we give you the lowdown on mobile-friendly features and how you can start optimising for mobile.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Healthy Meeting Resources Help Planners Start Meaningful Discussions Looking for an easy way to keep everyone healthy when putting together an agenda? In advance of IMEX America 2023 coming to Las Vegas, Caesars Entertainment, the largest gaming company in the world, launched its Wellness Menu during a one-day Wellness Day that included tai chi classes in Valley of Fire State Park led by Pink Jeep Tours.
Travel Daily Media
OCTOBER 18, 2023
The post Travel Un’chained 2023: International travel industry sets course for the future appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The second Web3 conference for the travel industry, Travel Un’chained, took place in Palma on October 9-11, 2023. This compelling event, initiated by Chain4Travel, serves as a platform for numerous experts, innovators, and leading decision-makers in tourism to share the latest trends and developments around the Camino Network, Web3 technolo
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Climate-controlled skywalks make moving between events, hotels, nightlife and more a breeze. Hoosier hospitality and world-class convention facilities: These may be the things that come to mind when you think about meeting in Indianapolis. But when planning your next event, you might take another asset into account, and that’s connectivity. From walkability, to state-of-the-art tech, to those person-to-person touches that make guests comfortable, our connections are what make it all come togethe
MeetingsNet
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Meeting Professionals International’s leaders outlined a strong 2024 for the association’s educational and networking efforts. Meeting Professionals International announced new certificate programs, the purchase of a Canadian event, details about the upcoming World Education Conference, leadership changes, and other developments during the IMEX America show in Las Vegas.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Meeting venues from the mountains to the rainforest Every once in awhile, it doesn’t hurt to slow things down. For meeting planners seeking to create a particular vibe, aesthetic or just wanting to get away from the big cities, it may be worth it to explore the wide range of off-the-grid destinations available to planners. To the Mountains The Williams Inn , located in Williamstown, MA is an upscale, contemporary hotel inspired by nearby farmhouses.
Travel Daily Media
OCTOBER 18, 2023
The post TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit 2023 brings together the international tourism ecosystem in Seville appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Everything is ready for the next celebration of TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit 2023, the leading event on tourism innovation that will once again make Seville the world epicenter of tourism with the latest innovations that are transforming the sector.
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 20, 2023
The newly renovated JW Marriot Desert Ridge is a five-star luxury hotel and one of the area’s largest with 950 rooms, two championship golf courses, and a water park The city of Phoenix has solidified its place as a major player in luxury hotel offerings for meetings and conferences, thanks to buzzworthy new construction and lavish renovations—with more in the works.
Special Events
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Creating circular events to limit waste from the start
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 18, 2023
Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. They offers experiences in over 110 countries with 5,500 properties, 10,000 food and beverage venues, wellness facilities and workspaces. Recently, the Accor survey titled, “ Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events ” polled members of the meetings and events industry in a dive
Travel Daily Media
OCTOBER 16, 2023
The post REALM Events and Unicorn Group announce strategic joint venture appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. REALM Events, Asia’s fastest-growing DMC and Event Management Company, and Unicorn Group, one of Australia’s most creative event agencies, has announced its strategic joint venture to coincide with best US exchange rate in 20 years.
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 20, 2023
The Anaheim Convention Center sets the scene for year-round, sunset soirées. Sunny days? Check. Convenient access? Check. The largest convention center on the West Coast, with unparalleled amenities and luxurious accommodations? Check, check, and check. When planning your next meeting or event, these are just a few reasons take a look at the Anaheim Convention Center.
EHL Insights
OCTOBER 19, 2023
In the bustling realm of work, ambitions and accomplishments may stand out as the marks of good employees, but individual health and wellbeing are the silent architects of productivity and performance.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 18, 2023
Industry growth and a positive outlook is the 2024 theme American Express GBT Meetings & Events showcased its 13th annual “ Global Meetings and Events Forecast ” at IMEX America 2023. From the looks of it meeting professionals should expect the industry to continue to accelerate in the upcoming year, most notably in its use of technology, as well as more meetings.
Travel Daily Media
OCTOBER 19, 2023
The post 100+ speaker lineup in Saudi Arabia at Athar Festival 2023 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Ahmed Al-Sahhaf, CEO of MBC Media Solutions (MMS) Amjad Shacker, Acting CEO of SCEGA Ian Fairservice, Chairman of Athar Festival and Managing Partner & Group Editor-in-Chief of Motivate Media Group Mohamed Al Ayed, Vice Chairman of Athar Festival and CEO of TRACCS With a little over a month to go for Saudi Arabia’s largest, most vibrant, and dynamic festival for t
Convene by PCMA
OCTOBER 19, 2023
Looking for a home for your next large-scale event? You may already know that Kansas City is the most centrally located major metropolitan area in the country—within a three-hour flight of each coast—making it ideal for gatherings of all sizes. But you might be surprised to learn that this city is becoming a hub for world-class events at a truly grand scale.
EHL Insights
OCTOBER 18, 2023
STORY HIGHLIGHTS Low employee engagement and mental health issues lead to higher turnover rates and absenteeism in the hospitality industry and other sectors. These problems cost companies dearly, impacting financial outcomes, productivity, and employee morale. Employee empowerment and wellbeing-focused leadership are essential to solving these challenges and achieving sustainable success.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Find something for everyone while absorbing the city’s culture Anticipating culinary expectations for groups can be stressful for meeting professionals, especially with more awareness of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and religious-based dietary restrictions or preferences. An easy solution? A food hall. Smart Meetings has rounded up food halls across the country that not only provide a wide variety of cuisine for groups to choose from and reconvene in the dining area but are also located
Travel Daily Media
OCTOBER 15, 2023
The post Accor reveals key trends for the global meetings and events sector appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. A new report from Accor has revealed a need to focus on balance and belonging as the global meetings and events sector continues to recover and drive strategic growth for 2024 and beyond. The report, titled “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” addresses the transformation that the M&E sector has undergone in recent years and explores
MPI
OCTOBER 17, 2023
“We need thinner skin—not brains that protect us from ever getting hurt but bodies that know we can heal,” Tucker Bryant told attendees during his inspirational keynote on Smart Monday—a day jam-packed with education opportunities on the eve of IMEX America.
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