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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EHL Insights

MARCH 20, 2024

This front-line reality makes talent management a crucial activity for any hospitality organization. Hospitality businesses rely on their employees to provide excellent service and maintain the brand image. As the saying goes: "The people make the place."

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 8, 2024

The post The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) publishes new GSTC MICE Criteria appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. The Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC®) is pleased to announce that the GSTC MICE Criteria have been published and are available to the public for non- commercial use.

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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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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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Smart Meetings

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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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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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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ETC Corporate

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Policymakers, destination management organisations, the tourism industry, local communities and visitors each have a role to play in the sector’s transformation. New ETC handbook brings clarity on how tourism organisations can encourage sustainable practices. Putting principles into practice.

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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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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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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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ETC Corporate

JULY 8, 2021

Improvements in vaccination rates and the introduction of the EU Digital COVID Certificate provides hope for tourism rebound in Europe for the summer months. That is according to the latest quarterly ‘ European Tourism Trends & Prospects ’ report published today by the European Travel Commission (ETC).

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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

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Smart Meetings caught up with Lauren Johnson, senior sales manager, and Courtney Pickett, convention sales manager, of Louisville Tourism to share meeting trends and find out the special ingredient for creating memorable experiences for groups large and small. Courtney Pickett. Even from behind the mask I can see it!”

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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. Global inspiration that crosses borders The new edition of the TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit will extend its knowledge beyond European borders.

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Solimar International

OCTOBER 11, 2022

DMOs are crucial organizations within the tourism industry. However, with the rapid growth of tourism, the need for its sustainability and management of the sector eventually emerged. At Solimar, we have seen time and time again why the M in DMO must also be about destination management, and not just destination marketing.

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Travel Daily Media

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The post Thailand Tourism Forum 2024 to highlight discussions on AI for innovation appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Bill Barnett, founder of Thailand Tourism Forum Bangkok will once again play host for the upcoming Thailand Tourism Forum 2024.

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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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Solimar International

AUGUST 11, 2023

The ominous warning signs of climate change have accelerated our desire for ”last chance tourism,” driving us to observe animals and landscapes in danger–and to do our part to protect those ecosystems. Conservation tourism emerged from the 1950s conservation movement, originally aimed at protecting “nature from people.”

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Interface Tourism Spain

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Sports Tourism: A game-changer in destination marketing and inbound tourism All the news Back to newsroom Imagine standing on the historic grounds of the Monza Circuit in Italy, where the deafening roar of Formula 1 engines fills the air. Think of Wimbledon in London, the French Open in Paris, or the Masters Tournament in Augusta.

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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. Experiential tourism is on the rise and people want to visit the places they see in movies like Barbie and The Beach Boys.

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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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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 1, 2024

The post Singapore Tourism Board launches global MICE campaign appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has launched a new global marketing campaign today, affirming Singapore’s position as the “World’s Best MICE City”, where business events can create and leave a positive and lasting impact.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 29, 2024

These professionals will lead the county’s approach to regenerative tourism, supporting the local community while providing meaningful experiences for visitors. Morascini, who has sat on the board of Island County tourism since 2016, takes on the role of marketing and public relations director.

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Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The post CWT joins Global Sustainable Tourism Council appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. CWT, the Business-to-Business-for-Employees (B2B4E) travel management platform has become a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council’s (GSTC) global network.

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Travel Daily News

APRIL 3, 2023

The Tourism Academy , a leading online platform for tourism education, announce the opening of enrollment for its inaugural class of the Tourism Leadership Accelerator. This program is designed to help professionals in the tourism industry enhance their leadership skills and accelerate their careers.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 8, 2024

Sam Newton Sam Newton, Louisville Tourism Newton is Louisville Tourism ’s first-ever Airport Welcome Center Manager. Most recently, he served as senior manager of operations at Frazier History Museum. Most recently, he served as senior manager of operations at Frazier History Museum.

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Tourism eSchool

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Branding 101 for Tourism Businesses. Your brand is the most powerful marketing weapon your tourism business has at it's disposal. A good way to think about your brand is how your customers feel when experiencing your tourism products and how they describe your product/service/experience to their friends and family.

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Tourism eSchool

JANUARY 14, 2023

From social media and email marketing to website marketing, search engine optimisation and online advertising, the internet offers so many fantastic ways for tourism businesses to connect with their best customers. Developing a targeted customer relationship management plan is the most effective way to increase repeat customers.

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EHL Insights

DECEMBER 14, 2023

After suffering the effects of COVID-19 for several long years, the tourism and hotel industries are now fully entering the recovery phase. According to a report from the UNWTO, international arrivals surged to 80% of pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2023.

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Solimar International

NOVEMBER 21, 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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Smart Meetings

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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Solimar International

JULY 13, 2022

Community-based tourism is one of the most significant parts of the tourism industry and key to destination sustainability. Despite their importance, communities are often neglected in tourism. Many tourism destinations overlook local peoples, or at best use them as gimmicks and labor for foreign visitors.

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Tourism eSchool

JANUARY 17, 2023

Inclusive Tourism is a major market sector with an estimated 4.4 According to a report commission by Tourism Research Australia , 14% of the population of Australia has a need for an accessible tourism experience. That’s an incredible opportunity for tourism destinations and operators!

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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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