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Unpacking Sustainable Tourism Certifications – What do they mean and are they effective?

Solimar International

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. This growing interest in sustainable travel leads us to the concept of sustainable certifications.

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Event Case Study: Indoor Ag at Las Vegas’ Caesars Forum

Smart Meetings

The planning and operations track takes a look at how to make your growing situation better by creating a better environment behind the scenes (think greenhouse building, infrastructure and zoning regulations). Like many events, we went online and delivered webinars during the pandemic.

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Sustainable Travel: Opportunities Digital Technology Provides for a Greener Business

AltexSoft Travel

What is sustainable travel? Sustainable or eco-travel is a way of managing travel activities so that the natural environment is preserved and supported. Three pillars of sustainability. The concept of sustainability encompasses three interrelated categories: social, economic, and environmental.

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Sustaining the Resilience of Community-Based Tourism Initiatives in Brazil

Solimar International

Community-Based Tourism (CBT) exemplifies sustainable tourism, promoting local development through social justice, resource redistribution, sustainability, and empowerment. Meanwhile, the absence or inefficiency of State regulation has regularly contributed to the vicious cycles of poverty and vulnerability.

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5 Trends You Need to Focus on in 2024

Convene by PCMA

Event Sustainability — This long-simmering conversation is finally coming to boil. Major shows like CES, PackExpo, and World of Concrete have already implemented public-facing sustainability initiatives. In addition, consumers are increasingly considering sustainability as a benefit when traveling.

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Gen Z Travel Trends: Why Destinations Should Cater to a New Generation

Solimar International

Online resources are the predominant method for modern travelers to use when developing their travel plans. It’s crucial for destinations to have a strong online presence. Digital nomad visas are still relatively new and might not have as many regulations or restrictions as other visa schemes.

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Bedload Experts Meet in Interlaken for an International Symposium

The MICE Blog

A total of 174 people took part in the event, including 54 online. Online event component. Opportunities for online participants to ask presenters questions in real time, which enriched the conversation. Online streaming allowed remote speakers to give their talk virtually. Sustainability initiatives at the event.

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