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OCTOBER 24, 2024

Whether you’re orchestrating a corporate gala, a joyous celebration, or an intimate wedding, embracing seasonal décor trends can elevate your event to an unforgettable experience. Let us guide you through the latest trends in autumn décor and inspire you to create a truly magical atmosphere.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 28, 2023

We sat down with the Maritz team to ask what top event technology trends they see for 2024 and how they will fundamentally change the meeting professional’s job. The post Top Event Technology Trends for 2024 appeared first on Smart Meetings. Yes, Generative AI is at the top of the list, but some of the use cases may surprise you. “We

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 18, 2024

WTP’s Frank Harrison Shares the Top Three Business Travel Trends for the Coming Year Frank Harrison As the travel industry around the world continues to recover post-pandemic, new business travel trends have emerged that meeting professionals will have to master to optimize attendance. Is incentive travel out?

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Dana Communications

JANUARY 9, 2024

2024 follows suit and ushers in some interesting travel trends that will be popping up on your radar soon. Dupe Travel – The TikTok beauty trend has manifested its way to the travel industry, this time offering budget-friendly alternatives to destinations that carry a bigger price tag. This trend will extend into 2024.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 6, 2024

This year, we took a different tack.Instead of those wide-ranging forecasts, Convene editors wrote succinct trends reports for each sector. Credit: Tuule Mrsepp) While researching business event trends for 2025, I kept going back to a few phrases Ive seen over and over again: being intentional, human connection, and meaningful interactions.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Sustainability in hospitality is no longer a trend but rather a foundational set of practices, including for Marriott Bonvoy Events. Below are some of the top trends in events that we are seeing on the ground at Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of hotels and resorts throughout the country.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Read More: California: A Shining Diamond From Here On, Thalia Hall, Chicago Repurposing Chicago’s Old Post Office, From Here On food hall represents the culinary trends of Chicago’s many neighborhoods. The post Food Halls are the New Trend in Group Dining appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 9, 2024

The post Smart Travel Column Debut: New Pet Rules, Health App, Corporate Trends appeared first on Smart Meetings. Oliver Hospitality Group is offering 500 points to new members as part of a limited time sign-up offer, so act fast!

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 26, 2024

New and Renovated Hotels Reflect Top Trends 2025 is a year to get excited for. Behind every property opening in 2025 is a reflection of some of the major hospitality trends we’ve seen grow throughout the past few years, from luxury lifestyle to immersive cultural experiences in sought-after destinations. Experiential.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Learn More: Annette Gregg Shared Trending Insights in This Knowledge Exchange Webinar The biggest trend is a hands-off approach, as free time is at the top of the list of attendee requests, helping manage event budgets and giving the destination and venue a chance to show off their amenities.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 17, 2025

These new offerings are inspired by Contiki’s survey revealing that 83% of 18- to 35-year-olds are interested in sober travel experiencesa reflection of a growing trend among younger generations to drink less, with Gen Z leading the charge by consuming 20% less alcohol than previous cohorts.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Holiday travel is a growing trend with as estimated two-thirds of American’s planning to take at least one holiday trip this year *. So, we asked ourselves, what are our favorite holiday destinations and what are they doing to bring in the holiday cheer? Here’s a list of some of our favorites to bring you peace, joy, and inspiration!

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Event Trends In a fast-paced agenda built based on attendee feedback, the group explored the future of incentive travel and how AI could help everyone plan smarter. Incentive travel should be a unique, bucket list transformative experience that makes a fundamental difference in the lives of our attendees, he added. and Europe.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

This isn’t just a trend; it’s a bridge, extending connection to all. Our recipe continues with an emphasis on psychological safety and inclusivity. Picture a Thanksgiving dinner where everyone’s favorite dish is served—bánh xèo sizzling on the griddle, pancit piled on a platter and steamed dumplings stacked high.

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Dana Communications

MARCH 24, 2025

In an age of AI-powered chatbots, TikTok trends and ever-evolving algorithms, email marketing might feel like a relic of the past. Here are some trends to inspire your next campaign: 1. At Dana Communications, we dont just keep up with trends we lead the way. But dont be fooled: email marketing is not only alive, its thriving.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 26, 2024

I attended in search of trends shaping U.S. An estimated 1,700 attendees passed through the West Hall doors at Los Angeles Convention Center the second week of December. Known as The Show for Shows, the education, trade show floor and networking brought together solutions and inspiration.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Read More: You Should Go Here: 3 Travel Trends to Woo Attendees Bringing Your Attendees to Refract Seattle Another, more involved option, is to directly plan offsites. Tell your attendees, “Hey, by the way, there’s this amazing glass arts festival going on when we’ll be in Seattle,” and point them in the right direction.

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Dana Communications

MARCH 10, 2025

At Dana, we blogged about dupe travel in 12 Travel Trends Making Moves in 2024. So, knowing that dupe and twin travel is a force to be reckoned with, what can destinations do to work this trend to their benefit? We believe, thanks to dupe travel, you can. And, to all the destinations out there, guess what? And its not just us.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2024

You can tell if something is a flash-in-the-pan fad or a trend that will stick around by watching to see if they show up on multiple platforms—concert stages, runway shows, fast fashion. Smart Tip #5: Leverage Pop Culture Influences. Look to inspirations such as Taylor Swift for colors, gifts and themes.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 25, 2025

I am so glad I got to learn about so many different businesses, trends and data from the many panels. Read More : How to Nurture Future Leaders Brisa Bergfeld, a third-year major in Tourism and Destination Management , said: The thing that I will take away from this conference is the confidence I now have in this industry.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Their insights reveal not only how Australia is bouncing back post-pandemic, but also the trends and innovations theyre seeing across the meetings and events industry. Discussing the trends shaping the industry, Swanson noted the increasing importance of sustainability and innovation. Sustainability is at the forefront.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Read More: The Best of 2024 Sustainability Trends If we can provide the transformation with the hotels, then we can ask tour operators, restaurants and international partners to do business with sustainable suppliers. Compliance requires continuous improvement and annual compliance checks.

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ETC Corporate

JULY 11, 2024

This is according to the latest edition of the ‘European Tourism Trends & Source The growth is propelled by robust intra-regional travel from Germany, France, Italy, and the Netherlands.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

OCTOBER 14, 2024

In case you missed it, here’s a quick review of 10 takeaways for 2025 travel trends.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Read More: The Best of 2024 Sustainability Trends If we can provide the transformation with the hotels, then we can ask tour operators, restaurants and international partners to do business with sustainable suppliers. Compliance requires continuous improvement and annual compliance checks.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

Trends Affecting Event Communities. What are the big trends that you see affecting community moving forward?” I would say there are 4 big trends ,” Erica responds. . Exhibitors pay money outside of your organization to understand what’s trending so monetize this. Integrated community. . What drives the most clicks?

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 23, 2024

More than 500 meeting professionals took to Baha Mar in the Bahamas for the annual event, which consisted of discussions about event trends and the power of incentive programs. IRF Invitational Went All-in on Incentive Event Personalization Incentive Research Foundations Invitational 2024 took a note from the make it personal playbook.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2025

Fred Dixon The global travel trends represent a significant milestonenot just recovering from the pandemic but building momentum for future growth, according to Brand USA President and CEO Fred Dixon. Brand USA, a public-private partnership focused on increasing international travel, reported that in 2026, the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 15, 2025

What do economic forecasts, vulnerable leadership, Asia trends, values-driven political actions and global social advocacy have in common? We asked PCMA President and CEO Sherrif Karamat about the high-profile, diverse agenda at PCMA Convening Leaders for 4,000 meeting professionals in Houston this week.

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Pádraic Gilligan

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

I was asked by my friends Kurt Paben and Tina Gaccetta to speak on trends and. by Pdraic Gilligan, Research & Cultancy, SITE & Co-Founder, SoolNua I travelled to Athens recently to speak at a gathering of meeting and incentive travel professionals, organised by Hosts Global, one of our industrys foremost and leading DMC consortia.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Whether your attendees are hardcore outdoor adventurers or frequent visitors of the spa, this story addresses how different wellness offerings can benefit attendees and how the trend itself is evolving in meetings and events. Alone in the Crowd? In 2023, U.S.

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ETC Corporate

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This is according to the latest edition of the ‘European Tourism Trends & Source The rebound is being driven by resilient intra-European travel and the influx of US tourists benefitting from favourable exchange rates.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2024

While Expedia is a markedly smaller company valued at $20 billion, its shares have risen 50% over the past year, an attractive upward trend to a potential suitor. Neither Expedia nor Uber have publicly responded to the report.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2024

Healthy Alternatives to Beer and Wine “Sober curious” is gaining traction as a lifestyle trend, and many seem to be dipping their toes into going spirit-free. This trend isn’t merely a random personal choice; it’s truly reshaping the very fabric of events and conventions.

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Dana Communications

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Following content trends is a sure way to reach a large number of users – and the algorithm then shapes the target audience based on response. It’s Immediate Brands who want to advertise on the platform should start by putting their own spin on TikTok trends. Here’s the catch: trends develop daily and are gone before you know it.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 5, 2023

These examples are indicative of the overall trend and recognition that in-person connections are more important now than ever as people try to make up for time lost due to Covid. Shifting Trends Another trend we’re watching is a move toward more regional, in-your-backyard in-person events. Read More: The Future is Hybrid-ish.

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Dana Communications

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

We touched on this concept in Pop Culture Tourism and noted its continuing popularity in 12 Travel Trends Making Moves in 2024. Today, we’re exploring three points across the country and around the globe that are successfully leveraging the set-jetting movement.

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