Blue Spark Event Design

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Go inside the incentive with a focus on Costa Rica to learn how this location can be a great fit for your next incentive trip. Costa Rica extends a warm welcome to all meeting and event visitors! It ranks among the top 10 most popular countries in Latin America for meetings and events. We can help.)

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Blue Spark Event Design

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Meeting venues surround prime entertainment locations within steps of Cabo San Lucas’s exhilarating nightlife and waterfront dining. Check on timing of these major events to avoid hotels being oversold or encountering excessive crowds during your incentive trip Here are the top annual events in Los Cabos.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 12, 2024

Held this year on Thursday, April 11, Global Meetings Industry Day is “an international day of advocacy showcasing the undeniable value that business meetings, trade shows, incentive travel, exhibitions, conferences, and conventions bring to people, businesses, and communities,” according to the U.S.

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Creative Group Inc

JANUARY 24, 2024

It automatically mixes your requested drink (if you have all the ingredients) with a super-sleek innovative design. What a unique option to offer at your next event or as an incentive reward! A DIY nail designer? Can you imagine your brand being seen on every arm of your incentive winners? Yes, please!

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

It can also be effectively used by meeting and event teams of all sized to deliver better end products. With site tours and intentional evaluations as part of the supplier relationship management framework, you gain insights that extend beyond meeting logistics.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

of meeting and event space and will soon host Smart Meetings’ own Incentive Experience Dec. of meeting and event space. of indoor and outdoor meeting areas and pre-function space. The hotel’s expansive meeting and event space includes salons, parlors, patios, ballrooms and more.

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Blue Spark Event Design

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

The Client: An international skincare and makeup company with one internal meeting planner and a small support team who’s daily tasks focused not only on events, but also social media and public relations for the entire company. Meeting space management. Welcome reception design and management. Rooming list management.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 4, 2024

The Synergy of Two Giants The sheer scale of the events industry, combined with the expansive growth of the wellness sector underscores the potential for a mutually beneficial relationship. Why Wellness Should Matter to Event Professionals 1. Stevens also hosts a web series called Return on Wellness.

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Blue Spark Event Design

JANUARY 20, 2021

Scottsdale is one of our favorite locations for group incentives and meetings. The Scottsdale area offers more than 70 meeting-friendly properties that range from award-winning resorts and stylish, urban hotels to limited-service accommodations that will maximize your budget. Small Incentive. Large Incentive.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The definition of “risk” has grown beyond the traditional definitions of financial, operational, reputational and security issues meeting professionals checked off their list as they prepared to bring people together in days of old. She called it the “incentive gap.”. Call to Action. One-size-fits-all may not work anymore.

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Blue Spark Event Design

AUGUST 8, 2023

Sint Maarten is a picturesque island in the Caribbean filled with beautiful views of aqua waters, stunning hotels, unique experiences, culture, and culinary delights that make it perfect for incentive trips. All three will affect your guests’ travel and overall budget for the incentive program. The post Inside the Incentive.

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Blue Spark Event Design

JANUARY 29, 2021

Because 2020 and 2021 created such a whirlwind in the hospitality industry, incentive elements and locations that used to be tried and true, now need to be reviewed for availability, access, and offerings. Review Your Incentive Rewards Program. Is your incentive budget the same as 2019? Search for Incentive Offers.

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Blue Spark Event Design

AUGUST 17, 2023

Here are seven awesome things to do in Sint Maarten / Saint Martin during your next incentive trip. From outdoor adventures to water activities to shopping and more, this is a great resource that showcases why Sint Maarten is a great incentive location. For your incentive trip, why not try a dine-around? Get in the water!

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Meeting professionals rely heavily on the event servicing teams behind the scenes to execute on the best-laid plans for effective meetings. Read More : Event Profs Slated for Upgrades with New Certifications, Training Programs. Davis said the new certification is like a reward for younger event service professionals.

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Blue Spark Event Design

JANUARY 7, 2021

While travel restrictions may be preventing us from actually visiting our favorite international cities, we’re taking a fond look at some of our favorite incentive destinations. The post Inside the Incentive. A Focus on Montreal, Quebec, Canada first appeared on Blue Spark Event Design. Take Montreal, for instance.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 3, 2024

In this post, you’ll find a comprehensive list of the most important event industry conferences that every event professional should attend this year. Attending these conferences will allow you to learn more about the events industry and meet other event professionals. Event Production Show (EPS) Feb.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The post MICE Associations to meet at Cvent CONNECT Europe from 4 – 6 Oct appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The event programme includes more than 45 breakout sessions, learning opportunities and networking events designed to help industry professionals master the new events landscape.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 12, 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.

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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.

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Conferences that Work

JANUARY 18, 2021

Why people continue to speak for free at meeting industry conferences : Another issue of an occasional series— Dear Adrian — in which I answer questions about event design, elementary particle physics , solar hot water systems, and anything else I might conceivably know something about. an unknown level of expertise.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Highlights included experiential activations designed to inspire what comes next in designing better meetings. And Marriott partnered with Google on The NEU Project to pioneer ways to design more neuro-diverse-friendly events. And a bright, tropical design freshened the halls and meeting spaces.

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 17, 2019

In addition, new scenarios are creeping up that impact the event experience and require our consideration, such as enhanced needs of attendees, presenters, and exhibitors, and security concerns with private networks; and Wi-Fi expectations. Learn what event-design components require additional considerations when purchasing Wi-Fi.

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 4, 2024

The post ITB China 2024 closes with great success, boasting more than 27,500 Business Meetings appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. The show facilitated +27,500 business meetings, reflecting the vibrant business atmosphere and eagerness for face-to-face interactions during all three days.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

In this post, you’ll find a comprehensive list of the most important event industry conferences that every event professional should attend this year. Attending these conferences will allow you to learn more about the events industry and meet other event professionals. Global Meeting and Incentive Travel Exchange.

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PRA

JUNE 1, 2023

This strategic move expands the talent and reach of PRA in this important incentive market. Founded in 2002, Weil & Associates is one of the leading events and incentive management teams in Hawai‘i with focused expertise, extensive local knowledge and strong operational excellence.

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Blue Spark Event Design

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Meeting organizers are constantly on the lookout for the best hotels in every city (if you need help with site selection and negotiation , let us know!) Check out our Success Story from a recent incentive trip we did at the Bellagio) The Bellagio Las Vegas is unique because of its massive size and lavish amenities. million square feet.

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Blue Spark Event Design

JULY 15, 2022

That is why outsourcing your corporate event might be the best decision you ever made for both you and your organization. Outsourcing benefits both you and your company: Time – If meeting planning is not part of your current job description, learning, crafting, and organizing all the elements needed can be a daunting and time-intensive task.

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The MICE Blog

JULY 27, 2022

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 ). One of the talks that impressed me the most was ‘Participant experience design – how do we create meetings which move people more deeply?’

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Blue Spark Event Design

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

However, finding that type of hotel with the large number of rooms and meeting space required narrowed down the available property inventory. Further narrowing down the hotel options was factoring in the desired program date (during high season), maximum room rate, and volume of meeting space. Custom Event Décor. Entertainment.

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Blue Spark Event Design

JUNE 21, 2023

Not only does it create bonding amongst people, but it also helps break up the monotony of meetings, conferences, and seminars. For example, if you’re providing an incentive trip in the islands, paddle boarding along the coast would be a great option. Is your event in Dallas, TX? That is why teambuilding is important.

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Blue Spark Event Design

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

It can be overwhelming to planners when the executive team says, “Find the best location for our next event (insert also conference, incentive trip, board retreat, etc.)!”. Here are some quick strategies to help you find the right location for your next event. Event Goals. Why is this crucial? Onsite Services. Fill out a.

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Blue Spark Event Design

JULY 27, 2022

Hybrid meetings are all the rage in a post-COVID era. There are some important questions to ask before diving into the virtual event world. This affects your attrition levels (the number of room nights guaranteed at the hotel), as well as the amount of meeting space you need. Offer attendees incentives to stay on property.

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Blue Spark Event Design

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Meetings, conferences, trade shows and events are essential for a company’s improvement. The full-time planner is often more educated in the industry, more aware of event trends, and usually has more contacts and connections that can help your event succeed. Why should you hire a professional planner?

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Blue Spark Event Design

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

It’s also a good choice if the event is focused on celebrating or recognizing the attendees (think incentive or awards event). this option can be ideal for modest budgets, or events where guests are expecting to purchase their own drinks (think closing night dinners). Consumption Bar.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Highlights included experiential activations designed to inspire what comes next in designing better meetings. And Marriott partnered with Google on The NEU Project to pioneer ways to design more neuro-diverse-friendly events. And a bright, tropical design freshened the halls and meeting spaces.

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

Tahira Endean, head of events for Society for Incentive Travel Excellence, recounts how she made connections at a recent conference where she knew nobody, and nobody knew her. I frequently attend events solo, as a participant or as a speaker. Other than that, how did I go about meeting people on this first evening?

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ITA Group

APRIL 18, 2022

Delivering a Clear, Unified Message With an Immersive Employee Event. ITA Group’s 3-day sales conference, punctuated by a corporate-wide business meeting and evening event, is an annual event designed to unify and inspire. Combining Top-Performer Incentives & a Training-Focused Virtual Event for Big Impact.

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