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Smart Travel Column Debut: New Pet Rules, Health App, Corporate Trends

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The CDC Has Updated Travel Regulations for Dogs, Effective Now On Aug. 1, the CDC is implementing new regulations for flying with pets, affecting the estimated 4 million animals that travel by air annually. Members earn one point per dollar spent at Oliver Hospitality Group hotels, including room reservation fees.

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How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected

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How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected 13 December 2023 You’re probably already familiar with this popular phrase in the hospitality industry: expect the unexpected. Consider the following categories of potential risks in your event planning: Regulations : Are there local or federal regulations that may impact an aspect of your event?

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Surveys: Med/Pharma Meetings are Growing

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While the content and quality of the speakers are first and foremost in attendees’ minds, it is clear that factors such as the food and destination, in addition to industry regulations, still play a pivotal role in shaping how planners tackle sourcing and agendas. Location, Location, Location.

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The Event Vax Debate Uncovers Legal, Health and Moral Questions

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Read about the 25 Hospitality Trends waiting for meeting profs on the other side of the pandemic. . Or is it location based, and a mutual understanding between venue and planner?” Or is it location based, and a mutual understanding between venue and planner? But what happens if not everyone wants out of the fire?

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PCMA’s Big Bet on Presidential Visit Paid Off

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Watch Live: 2024 Hospitality Predictions from Mike Dominguez President Clinton ventured that meetings could be the antidote for bad decisions being made by divided, angry people. We need more rigorous debate, regulations and guardrails so we can maximize the upside,” she said.

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Disney’s Covid-Era Crowd Management Offers Lessons for Planners

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Located directly adjacent to Disneyworld’s largest convention center, the 545-room property is themed after a film produced by Walt Disney and surrealist artist Salvador Dalí; groups can sip sangria and snack on tapas while gathering in attractive indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, or during an event in the stunning top-floor lounge and restaurant.

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Evolution of the DMC: Renewing Business Relationships with Deeper Trust, Transparency and Understanding

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Of recent note, Amy Calvert, CEO of Events Industry Council said, “As live events resume, we collectively recognize the essential role of DMCs, providing vital subject-matter expertise on a location or sector and helping to ensure events are inspiring, safe and valuable experiences. SITE INSPECTIONS. CONCLUSION.

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