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Smart Moves in Greater Palm Springs, Chicago and More

Smart Meetings

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.

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DI Study: Gen Z Doesn’t Believe There Are Good Jobs in Tourism Industry

Smart Meetings

“They need to be included in the conversation and engaged with the tourism industry to develop an understanding of the value of travel and tourism,” according to a recent Destinations International (DI) and Longwoods International survey, National Resident Sentiment Towards Tourism. That will require a proactive conversation.

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Why do a Virtual Tourism Internship at Solimar International?

Solimar International

Solimar International is a sustainable tourism consulting and marketing firm that works in emerging destinations to stimulate economic growth and conserve natural resources and cultural heritage. Here are eight reasons why you should join our virtual team and embark on a remote sustainable tourism internship with Solimar International: .

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Destinations Skill-up to Support Meetings Industry Advances

Smart Meetings

West Virginia Department of Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby shared success stories from a targeted message to remote workers looking for an affordable, outdoorsy lifestyle. Global All-Star panel agreed that creative, intentional tourism management can be a source for good. JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) July 20, 2022.

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DMOs: Drive Talent on Heels of Remote Worker Trend

DCI

Remote working makes living in one place and working in another much less taboo than ever before. Towns in Italy are paying people to work remotely, while Belize offers a “ Work Where You Vacation ” program. Connecting prospective workers with local businesses who may be hiring will also draw in more clicks. We can do better.

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Top 10 Reasons to Meet in Canada

Convene by PCMA

With the borders now open to all fully vaccinated travelers, attendees can once again get excited about the prospect of an event in this fabulous, forward-thinking country. A private dinner beneath the Northern Lights in a remote village on the coast of the Hudson Bay. The great outdoors. Environmentally focused.

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Summer Destination Marketing Strategies To Spread Out Visitation

DCI

With so many remote workers and flexible office hours now the norm, getting away on a Tuesday through Thursday doesn’t seem as ridiculous as it once did for many 9-to-5 workers. Hotels have been experimenting with remote work packages since the pandemic started, and there’s no reason to lessen efforts now. A complimentary experience?