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

ADMEI

DMCs bring knowledge of the offsite venues that are adhering to protocols and help deliver a clear understanding of the details of local regulations. PROPOSAL PROCESS. In an ADMEI focus group discussion, some participants estimated that 75% or more of their proposals were never contracted.

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Evolution of DMCs: Deeper Trust, Transparency and Understanding

Smart Meetings

DMCs bring knowledge of the off-site venues adhering to protocols and help deliver a clear understanding of the details of local regulations. Proposal Process. In the past, many DMCs have been expected to develop a comprehensive proposal and complete costing—essentially a full blueprint—without any compensation, contract or commitment.

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IATA: Court decision to halt Schiphol Airport flight cuts is ‘reprieve’ for passengers, airlines, and the Dutch economy

Travel Daily News

THE HAGUE – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reacted positively to the decision by the Dutch court to uphold the legal challenges lodged by IATA, KLM and other airlines against the Dutch government’s ‘experimental regulation’ to cut Schiphol airport ’s flight limit to 460,000 from November 2023.

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Vaccine Mandate for Travel in Canada Highlights America’s Conundrum

MeetingsNet

travel industry’s debate about proposed vaccine mandates. Further, “the Government of Canada is also calling on all organizations beyond the federally regulated sector to put in place their own vaccination strategies, drawing on the advice and guidance available from public health authorities.”.

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From the Flight Deck: 230 Craft Beers

Smart Meetings

We expect the federal government may have some ideas about regulation. Transportation Security Administration is piloting its new state-of-the-art checkpoint scanners at airports nationwide, allowing passengers who find themselves in select screening lines to leave liquids and electronics in the bag. Now that’s what we call a hot line.

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

Solimar International

These conscientous decisions encompass visiting local cultural or historical sites (46%), opting for environmentally friendly transportation options (43%), and venturing into smaller, lesser-known destinations (41%). This growing interest in sustainable travel leads us to the concept of sustainable certifications.

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Venue for Your Corporate Event

Traveler's Q

Additionally, you will want the space to meet all safety and fire regulations, as well as any legal requirements that may come into play, depending on the type of event being hosted. It should also be located near public transportation stops, for example, a metro station. So what are you waiting for?

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