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Will Meetings Thrive in 2024?

Smart Meetings

Experts weigh in on what needs to change to work together better Editor’s Note : Hospitality sales consultant Steve Steinhart will be speaking at Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experience in Monterey, California, Nov. 5-7. Register here to hear him in person. Steve Steinhart Both planners and sellers will have to make paradigm shifts if 2024 is to become the new high watermark for group attendance and revenue.

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Winners of the Destination of Sustainable Cultural Tourism Awards 2023 revealed

ETC Corporate

The ‘Destination of Sustainable Cultural Tourism’ Awards aim to amplify the visibility of European cultural tourism destinations, establish a platform for sharing experiences and knowledge and foster networking among destinations. For the sixth consecutive year, the European Travel Commission (ETC), the European Cultural Tourism Network (ECTN), Europa Nostra, and the Network of European Regions.

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Reinvention

Techsytalk

This is perhaps the hardest part of reinventing yourself. I’ve experienced this SO. MUCH. over the past few years as I’ve become a mom, our events landscape has changed so drastically, and life has just …happened… My goals, values and hopes have changed, but it’s taken me a while to step into that fear of change & rebrand and build something new.

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The Importance of First Impressions: How to Wow Your Guests with the Right Decorations

Traveler's Q

First impressions matter, especially when it comes to hosting events. The right event decorations can transform any occasion into an unforgettable experience, capturing the attention of your guests and setting the tone for the entire event. Whether you’re planning a wedding, a corporate event, or a birthday party, the right decor can make all the difference.

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Exclusive Travel Opportunities for Doctors to Attend Heart Congress 2025 in Dubai

Join us and connect with experts at the 3rd International Conference on Heart and Cardiovascular Diseases”, scheduled on May 05-06, 2025 in Dubai, UAE with the theme of “Novel Progression Towards the Heart and Cardiovascular Research”.

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Why Attendees Aren’t Committing Early to Conferences

Smart Meetings

In recent years, many event organizers have observed a notable trend: despite offering enticing early bird registration discounts, many attendees are hesitant to commit to conferences well in advance. Let’s delve into the reasons behind this hesitancy and what event professionals can do about it. What’s Behind Attendee Hesitancy 1. Ongoing Uncertainties Due to Covid-19 The ramifications of the Covid-19 pandemic are still out there.

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Financial pressures shape Europeans’ travel plans in late 2023 and early 2024

ETC Corporate

According to the European Travel Commission’s (ETC) latest report, ‘Monitoring Sentiment for Domestic and Intra-European Travel[1],’ 68% of surveyed Europeans plan to travel between October 2023 and March 2024. This represents a slight drop of 2% compared to the same period last year. Respondents from Spain and Italy are the most eager to travel, with 75% likely to take a trip before March 2024.

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More CVBs Earning Autism Travel Accreditation

Convene by PCMA

Visit Salt lake, the destination’s convention and visitors bureau, recently earned the designation Certified Autism Center through the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards. When Visit Salt Lake’s Evan Bauerle heard about Mesa, Arizona, becoming the first-ever Autism Certified City through the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) — a story Convene wrote about in 2022 — he knew it was something he wanted to share

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Event Case Study: Healthcare Facilities Symposium and Expo

Smart Meetings

Where healthcare professionals share design and architecture ideas 1998 was the first year Jenabeth Ferguson, symposium director for Healthcare Facilities Symposium and Expo (HFSE), became aware of the expo, formerly Symposium on Healthcare Design. “I was early in my career producing events, so I wasn’t always focused on the purpose of each event, but the Symposium was different,” she says.

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Meeting-Budget Woes, by the Numbers

MeetingsNet

Maritz Global Events released its Industry Trends Report at IMEX America with some eye-popping data on the rising cost of hotels, airfares, F&B, and other event-budget elements. If your meetings budget has kept up with price increases over the past few years, you’re among the lucky. For its Industry Trends Report, October 2023 edition, Maritz Global Events crunched numbers from the U.S.

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Vote for The Top 100 Most Influential People in the Event Industry for 2023: Let’s Make It Five in a Row!

Conferences that Work

Click to vote for The Most Influential People in the Events Industry for 2023! Dear colleagues and friends, I hope this message finds you well and thriving in your event industry endeavors. It’s with pride and gratitude that I share that I’ve been nominated once again for the prestigious Eventex Index as one of The Most Influential People in the Events Industry for 2023.

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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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Healthcare Industry: Employee happiness is key to patient happiness

EHL Insights

Human interaction is more important than ever as society recovers from COVID-induced social changes and welcomes the arrival of ubiquitous artificial intelligence such as ChatGPT. Human experience based on interactions is not only critical to the traditional hospitality industries but also other industries, such as healthcare and retail. As part of the Hospitality Vibes interview series, I interviewed Claudio Garbellini, Deputy General Director of SOL Group, Italy’s leading home care provider.

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New and Renovated: New England Meetings Take Center Stage

Smart Meetings

Meetings from quintessential Virginia, to the mountains, to Capitol Hill Make your way to the places where the fall foliage turns the red, orange and gold of everyone’s favorite autumn movies and art: New England. Not only will you be front and center to some of the country’s most historic locations; you’ll have no shortage of convenient meeting space in a wealth of diverse locations.

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Hilton Readies Small-Meeting Booking Tool

MeetingsNet

The Events.Hilton.com site is being enhanced to allow planners with groups of up to 35 attendees to book meetings online. Hilton has announced plans to roll out a direct-booking tool for small, simple meetings in early 2024. Clients will be able to book meeting packages for up to 35 attendees, or reserve meeting and event spaces, with or without guest rooms.

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Business + Leisure = Event Success

Special Events

Take advantage of the bleisure trend to improve event engagement

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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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Adventure Awaits in Aurora—Gateway to the Rockies

Convene by PCMA

The Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center with Rocky Mountain view. Easy access, seamless meetings, and impressive exhibits all make for successful events. And as home to Colorado’s largest convention center, the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center , located only minutes from Denver International Airport , Aurora certainly offers those details.

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What One Thing? Traveling Beyond the Stars with Ben Nemtin

Smart Meetings

On this episode of What One Thing Smart Meetings CEO and Founder Marin Bright is joined by Keynote Speaker and Author Ben Nemtin to discuss his storied accomplishments of creating a bucket list to attain his goals, finding purpose in life and his next big goal to go into space! Don’t Miss a Podcast Drop. Listen to Smart Meetigns on Spotify today! Listen on Brought to you by: Listen to more What One Thing?

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Importance of Indigenous Involvement in Tourism Development

Solimar International

Two women standing in front of a market stall that sells traditional crafts in Oaxaca, Mexico, showcasing a basic form of indigenous involvement in tourism development programs. However, most of these products are not authentic and are sold as a response to uninformed tourist demand. Indigenous involvement in tourism development is crucial Picture this: cultural education and interpretation that breathe life into traditions, a vibrant marketplace brimming with authentic cultural treasures, the r

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Meet the Project Team

Tourism Tiger

[alertsnippet] Today I’m going to be talking about THE magical moment. The moment you have been working so hard for. Someone has arrived at your site! This is one of the most pivotal moments – and you need to make a great impression.

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Reasons Why Cleveland is the Place to be in 2024

Convene by PCMA

Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse, home of the Cleveland Cavaliers, will also host the NCAA Women’s Final Four in March 2024. You may already know that Cleveland is hard to beat when it comes to choosing a centrally located, Midwest meeting destination. Affectionately called The Land, it’s a city that packs all the attractions of a first-tier city while offering the friendliness and accessibility of a more intimate destination.

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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Tarin Horan, CMP

Smart Meetings

Tarin Horan, CMP, knew that meeting planning was the industry for her when she began interning with sports teams. She originally earned a bachelor’s degree in history with a political science minor, intending to go to law school. Afterwards, she began working in sports, as a customer service and community relations manager with DC United. In this role, she planned their season ticket holder events.

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Gold Medal host “Access All Areas” event for over 30 agents

Travel Daily Media

The post Gold Medal host “Access All Areas” event for over 30 agents appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Gold Medal welcomed agents to their head office in Leyland last week as part of their Access All Areas day – their signature ‘behind the scenes’ event. The event provided agents with the opportunity to connect with selected suppliers from across the globe through deep-dive educational 45-minute sessions, as well as the opportunity to network with fellow agents and, of course,

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13 Popular Omaha Neighborhoods: Where to Live in Omaha in 2023

Redfin

“The Gateway to the West,” Omaha, NE , is known for its friendly community, beautiful parks, and colorful art scene. With neighborhoods that represent its residents, there are plenty of great areas to call home. Whether you’re looking for a charming historical neighborhood like Aksarben-Elmwood Park or the bustling atmosphere of Downtown, Omaha offers a variety of neighborhoods to suit every lifestyle.

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Time to Think Outside the Inbox

Convene by PCMA

By not looking beyond email marketing to options such as creating a blog, a podcast, or other content, marketers could be missing a chance to attract more attendees to their events. Cait Brown ‘What people say about you online is more important, powerful, and credible than what you say about yourself.’ Email marketing remains one of the most-reached-for tools in a marketer’s belt — and for good reason.

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Well-being, Exciting Food and Natural Beauty: Experiential Incentives in Asia

Smart Meetings

Boutique hotels in Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines and Sri Lanka Incentive trends are seeing increasing interest in international destinations, experiential opportunities to discover the country and a focus on wellness. With luxury boutique hotels offering authentic cultural experiences, exciting culinary fare and nature-driven activities, Asia has become a desirable destination for incentive trips and executive retreats.

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STAAH hosts yet another ‘Connect Hub’ conference successfully in Jaipur

Travel Daily Media

The post STAAH hosts yet another ‘Connect Hub’ conference successfully in Jaipur appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. STAAH, the New Zealand-based leading hospitality solutions provider, today concluded yet another ‘Connect Hub’ conference in the country in Jaipur. The conclave was attended by renowned leaders and experts of the hospitality space, and shared insightful sessions on how property owners can better their business practices, learn to capitalize on the evolving industry

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Portland Home Inspections: What You Need to Know About Home Inspections in Oregon’s Largest City

Redfin

Buying or selling a home in Portland, OR can be a significant financial decision in your life, whether you’re moving to the eclectic neighborhoods of Alberta Arts District or the serene streets of Eastmoreland. As the real estate market in Oregon’s largest city continues to flourish, prospective homeowners need to understand the critical importance of home inspections in their buying journey.

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How to Continue Attendee Engagement After Your Event Ends

InEvent

Hosting a successful event is about more than great snacks and even better entertainment. Guests should want to keep up with your company even after the gathering ends. Post-event engagement sets professional party planners apart from enthusiasts. Here are a few strategies to remember when strategizing marketing ideas after a conference. 1. Email Post-Event Surveys … Post How to Continue Attendee Engagement After Your Event Ends showed as first in InEvent Blog.

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F&B Smart Moves in San Francisco, San Antonio and More

Smart Meetings

Alex Hernandez Alex Hernandez, Hotel Bennett Hernandez joins Hotel Bennett as director of food and beverage. He will plan, develop and execute all food and beverage operations across the property. Throughout his 20-year career, he has held numerous leadership roles at hotels and restaurants. During his time at Bottega Restaurant, in Napa, he helped them earn the prestigious Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator.

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FHA-HoReCa announces new initiatives and partnerships for 2024 edition

Travel Daily Media

The post FHA-HoReCa announces new initiatives and partnerships for 2024 edition appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. L-R: FSTEC Asia and Worldchefs Global Chef Challenge Final 2022 When FHA-HoReCa, Asia’s most comprehensive and premier hospitality event, makes a return this 22-25 October 2024, look forward to a host of new initiatives and partnerships set to shake up the hospitality industry.

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Who’s News for October 27, 2023

Special Events

Special Events industry news

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What is AI and How We Can Use It: Artificial Intelligence 101 for Those Less Techy

Creative Group Inc

AI Isn’t Just a New Buzzword, It’s an Old Friend with a New Look By: Jennifer Petsche, Marketing Communication Strategist, Creative Group Not a day goes by when I don’t come across some mention of artificial intelligence: an article, a late-night TV show host’s monologue, my Facebook feed…you get the idea. I hear about it so much that I have begun to tune it out—it’s overwhelming and I’m just not sure how it fits into my life.

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Optimizing Event Landing Page: How to Boost Signups

InEvent

Creating an event landing page is a critical step to promote your upcoming gathering. But it’s not enough to simply design a web page and hope for the best. Optimizing your landing page is necessary to achieve success in driving signups. From headlines to visuals, all elements in your event landing page must blend perfectly. … Post Optimizing Event Landing Page: How to Boost Signups showed as first in InEvent Blog.

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Future trends include AI-based travel agencies and space tourism

Travel Daily Media

The post Future trends include AI-based travel agencies and space tourism appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. The second day of TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit 2023 highlighted the most disruptive trends shaping a more sustainable and digital industry. Jenny Southan, CEO of Globetrender, presented six tourism megatrends that will develop in the coming years.

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The Art of Theming: Crafting Unique Event Environments

Special Events

The key to theming events is constructing them from data and perfecting them in creativity.

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