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DIY Car and Train Booking App Could Ease Transportation Inflation 

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The travel management company CWT just added car rental and train booking to their app and website to give travelers more independence in making their reservations at a time when travel costs are reaching historic highs. . CWT already had travel counselors available 24/7 to help travelers with car and train bookings.

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Travel Management with an Eco-Conscious Approach

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In an era where the environmental impact of our choices comes under increasing scrutiny, sustainable travel has moved from a niche consideration to a necessary approach for both leisure and business travelers. This guide delves into the practical steps to effectively integrate sustainability into your travel plans.

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IRF: Incentive Travel ‘Very’ or ‘Extremely’ Motivating for Millennials

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Meaningful rewards are more important than ever for Gen Z and remote workers In the age of Apple, AI, bytes, bits and working from home, incentive travel today is more important than ever. In a recent IRF survey of incentive travel professionals, nearly two-thirds indicated that travel is trending up for 2023 and beyond.

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More CVBs Earning Autism Travel Accreditation

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IBCCES has seen an uptick in interest in earning autism travel accreditation from DMOs both in the U.S. The programs aim to help destinations “understand how to promote their location, communicate effectively, [and] provide supports or accommodations,” Tekin said. I think that means being accessible to everyone.”

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Business Travel Strikes Back, A New Company Culture Dawns

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Speculations circled overhead at the pandemic’s genesis that the business travel industry ought to fear an irreparable nosedive. ” The white paper, released in mid-May, highlighted the pivotal role business travel is poised to play in building business back. Read More : 7 Business Travel Trends Set to Shape 2022.

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F&B Smart Moves in Pasadena, Rome and More

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Derla takes on the role of executive chef, promoted from his earlier role as the opening team’s executive sous chef. He brings over 25 years of culinary experience and trained in Paris at the École Supérieure de Cuisine Française. He grew up in New York as well as traveling the world with his father, who was an Army Officer.

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CSI DMC Celebrates the Promotion of Two Exceptional Event Management Professionals

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August 15, 2023 – CSI DMC is thrilled to announce the well-deserved promotions of two talented event management professionals who have shown outstanding dedication and leadership. With over a decade of event management experience, Elisa’s remarkable journey led her to her promotion to Associate Director of Event Management in 2018.