Smart Meetings

APRIL 21, 2022

Tourism, for all its economic and personal growth potential, has a massive environmental footprint. Sustainability efforts are key to keep the travel and tourism train going. In 2018, international visitors accounted for 81% of Bangkok’s tourism spend. Between 2005 and 2017, London saw an increase of 10.8 million visitors.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

She has an extensive background in the hospitality industry, especially with hotel management and sales. Loy brings deep connections in the tourism and hospitality communities as a result of her past roles leading the Greater Minneapolis Hotel Association and serving as secretary/treasurer of the Meet Minneapolis board.

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 30, 2024

The post “Con Ojos de Mujer”: A new Suncruise forum in Cadiz highlights women’s vision for blue tourism appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. The annual event “With Women’s Eyes.

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JANUARY 5, 2024

She is passionate about a broad range of wellness pillars, including self-accountability, nutritional awareness, stress management, physical fitness and environmental sustainability. Letty Canizalez Letty Canizalez, San Diego Tourism Authority Canizalez is appointed as vice president of sales at San Diego Tourism Authority.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 1, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of 21st-century tourism, the forces of climate change, social media, and a major post-pandemic travel resurgence are shaping the industry. As such, the significance of storytelling in sustainable destination and tourism marketing has never been greater. However, they often overlook this deeper connection.

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Solimar International

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Sustainable Tourism Certification: Steps and Benefits In this modern era, where responsible travel is becoming more popular, the way we travel is changing significantly. Explore the role of sustainable tourism certifications. What Are the Key Modern Travel Trends in the Evolving Tourism Landscape?

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Solimar International

MAY 20, 2024

To begin examining the success of Discover Sugar River Region as a Destination Management Organization (DMO), we must first discuss what a DMO is and how it can be used as a community catalyst. Infrastructure Improvement: The increased tourism facilitated by DMOs often leads to infrastructure enhancements, benefiting visitors and locals.

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Tourism eSchool

AUGUST 31, 2021

10 Steps to Successfully Promote your Tourism Event on Social Media. Are you responsible for promoting an event for your business, local community, visitor centre, council or region? We know it can be overwhelming working out how to best use social media to market a tourism experience, let alone a individual event.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 2, 2023

The Secret Behind Thriving Travel Destinations At the heart of every successful tourist destination, the essential role of tourism consultants operates like a well-kept secret. However, the proficiency they bring to international development, tourism, and marketing industries is irrefutable. What is the Role of Tourism Consultants?

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The post TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit selects the top 40 startups impacting tourism worldwide appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. A dozen startups have been recognised at the Touristech Startup Fest 2023, the global entrepreneurship competition hosted every year by TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2024

In-market managing directors for countries all over the world reported on trends in consumer sentiment, government policies and all-important airlift limitations. There are still challenges with the Japanese economy and young people staying home, but an emphasis on Sister City relationships could help promote visits.

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MARCH 22, 2024

Paul Pomerantz Paul Pomerantz, ASAE As managing director of ASAE ’s Association Governance Institute (AGI), Pomerantz will lead the launch of the new initiative, which is dedicated to promoting excellence in governance practice for Associations. In 2022, he was named HSMAI General Manager of the Year for South Florida.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Developing a tourism management plan is challenging for any destination management organization. Working for a destination management organization across multiple islands is even more! Wakatobi is a rising tourism destination made up of four main islands in Southeast Indonesia. Photo by Lelie Liana.

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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. In addition, the initiatives being implemented to promote the MICE sector and business travel will also be discussed.

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JANUARY 26, 2024

Manfred Steuerwald Manfred Steuerwald, Grand Hyatt Seattle Grand Hyatt Seattle appoints Manfred Steuerwald as general manager. He brings over 40 years of experience in the hospitality industry, most recently having served as general manager of Resort at Squaw Creek, a Destination by Hyatt property.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) to boost tourism around the country. States scattered across the country, from Alaska to New Orleans, received funding provided by the American Rescue Plan to revitalize their tourism and travel sector, a critical economic driver. Alaska to Receive New Tourism Center.

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Solimar International

MAY 9, 2024

According to the forecasts from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the global tourism sector is anticipated to witness a substantial increase, with projections indicating a surge to 1.8 This growth underscores the pivotal role of tourism destinations in driving economic progress.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 28, 2023

Spurrier looks forward to embracing Hawaii’s unique culture and resources alongside his team to promote The Westin Maui as a phenomenal experiential destination. Jordan Howell Jordan Howell Howell joins Lotte New York Palace as hotel manager. He comes from his role as general manager of THE JACX and JACX & co.

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Solimar International

JULY 26, 2022

What is Tourism Planning? . Tourism planning consists of creating strategies to develop tourism in a specific destination. It is crucial for DMOs and tourism businesses to stay up-to-date. . Origin and development of tourism planning. The aim of tourism planning. Drafting tourism policies.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Paul Turner Paul Turner San Diego Convention Center appoints Turner as general manager. He previously served as vice president of venue management and entertainment operations for Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas. He has over three decades of experience in venue management at performing arts centers, arenas and stadiums.

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Travel Daily News

APRIL 9, 2023

KAHULUI – Through an ongoing partnership and funding provided by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA), the Maui Visitors and Convention Bureau (MVCB) is working collaboratively with the residents of East Maui to develop the East Maui Tourism Management Pilot Program.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

She will oversee sales, strategy and implementation of the company’s Strategic Meetings Management Program. She brings over 15 years of experience in tourism and experiential marketing. Pupillo will fill the roles of director of business development and general manager. Yoshida will serve as director of marketing.

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MAY 3, 2024

Maarten Beach Resort & Spa Reichelt takes on the role of general manager at JW Marriott St. Andrew Rogers Andrew Rogers, The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park appoints Rogers as general manager. Todd Reichelt Todd Reichelt, JW Marriott St.

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Solimar International

MAY 18, 2024

Understanding the Role of AI in the Tourism Industry In recent years, the tourism industry has witnessed a transformative shift in how travelers plan and book their trips, thanks to advancements in artificial intelligence. How did tourism companies implement cutting-edge AI technology, and what is the outcome?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Timber Cove Resort on California’s Sonoma coast has named Reiplinger managing director and Vialpando as executive chef. Reiplinger has worked in the hospitality industry for almost 20 years, most recently as managing director at the AAA Four Diamond Bodega Bay Lodge of the Woodside Hotel Group, also in Sonoma. Rajesh Khubchandani.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Prior to this new position, Oaks worked for Bank of Springfield Center in Illinois as its director of operations and box office manager and, later, as the center’s general manager. Azerai Can Tho Resort , in the Mekong River Delta of Vietnam, has named Pillet general manager. Lynnelle Morgan, Anna Lundy and Janel Clements.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 11, 2022

DMOs are crucial organizations within the tourism industry. They were primarily established to promote destinations. However, with the rapid growth of tourism, the need for its sustainability and management of the sector eventually emerged. DMO stands for Destination Marketing/Management Organization.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Emily Frost Emily Frost, Lake George Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau Frost joins Lake George Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau (LGRCVB) as senior sales and services manager. She earlier served as membership manager for the Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce.

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Travel Daily Media

MARCH 20, 2023

The post ASEAN Tourism Ministers approve professional standards to strengthen MICE appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Since its establishment in 2012, the ASEAN MRA on TP has guided ASEAN countries in the development of their tourism workforce in two areas: 1) Hotel Services and 2) Travel Services. Show Manager, 4.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 10, 2024

Thompson, III, Visit Greater Palm Springs Visit Greater Palm Springs (VGPS) appoints Thompson as director of Indian Wells Tourism. He has enjoyed a robust hospitality career across various departments, including front office management, catering and remote sales. She is the first woman to hold the position in the property’s 97 years.

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ETC Corporate

JULY 22, 2021

As a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with ongoing challenges posed by climate change and ensuring sustainability, tourism globally is in a critical period of transition. Recognising this, the European Travel Commission (ETC) has released a report: “ The Changing Tourism Environment and Its Impact on the Work of NTOs ”.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Roland Hamberger Roland Hamberger As the managing director at Rosewood Vienna , the brand’s first hotel in the German-speaking market, opened in August 2022, Hamberger will lead the hotel in engaging guests with Austrian culture, providing exceptional services and amenities and reinforce the Rosewood brand’s sense of place philosophy.

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JUNE 23, 2023

Gino Marasco Marasco is managing director of hospitality sales for Timbers Company. Daniel Tiepelman Tiepelman is vice president of operations and asset management for Cort Events. Aurore Braconnier Braconnier is general manager of Event Leaders Exchange in London.

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Solimar International

DECEMBER 22, 2023

How to identify genuine sustainable tourism practices It’s one thing to understand how to avoid greenwashing in travel , and another to understand how you can break through the noise to identify meaningful sustainable tourism practices to celebrate the companies, brands, and destinations that are deploying them.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Elizabeth Kumbhari Elizabeth Kumbhari Kumbhari joins CIBT Global as vice president for client relationship management, Americas immigration. She previously served as the resort’s manager for small groups & meetings, having begun with the resort in 2011 as a member of the sales & marketing team.

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Tourism eSchool

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Seasonality has a huge impact on tourism businesses, and is a consistent challenge of tourism businesses who we work with around Australia. Trying to keep their head above water when the season is slow, and then working overtime when visitation is high is a constant battle for so many tourism businesses.

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JANUARY 28, 2022

Rothberg is now hotel manager of Kimpton Marlowe Hotel in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Rothberg has been in sales, marketing and management for over 10 years and has been a leader in her field at Harrah’s Entertainment, The Ebbitt Room at The Virginia Hotel Cape May in New Jersey, Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants and others. Martin Moggré.

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