Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Acosta joined the team in 2017 as a cook and helped open the restaurant; she was later promoted to sous chef in 2019. Lombardelli is executive chef and Bonauguro is beverage manager for Borgo San Vincenzo in Tuscany, Italy. Giulio Lombardelli and Francesco ‘Franky’ Bonauguro. Giulio Lombardelli (left) and Franky Bonauguro (right).

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 8, 2020

As the following graph illustrates, the Globex 2019 estimate of market size (based on proforma revenues) was US $29.7bn. AMR then measure and estimated each of these factors for each quarter and applied this method to all 20* countries covered by Globex – the global exhibitions industry’s annual assessment and forecast. 70% contraction.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JANUARY 4, 2023

Wales defeated Italy 28-24 in a final vote, announced by Worldchefs, to host the global event which is expected to attract 1,000 chefs and more than 5,000 visitors from 100-plus countries around the world to International Convention Centre Wales (ICC Wales) and the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport. Wales has won the event on merit.

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Event Industry News

JULY 13, 2021

Just one month after registration went live for IMEX America in Las Vegas this November, hosted buyer demand is higher than it was at the same point in 2019, which was a record. Alongside the buyers, an international range of exhibitors are contracting week on week and span all sectors of the industry but particularly North America.

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Bizzabo

DECEMBER 3, 2018

Your guide to media events and publisher events in 2019. Here are the top 80+ publishing conferences of 2019 that all publishers should attend in order to succeed in a fast-paced, ever-shifting industry. 2019 January Media and Publisher Events. 2019 February Media and Publisher Events. Milan, Italy. Start Date.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 3, 2022

Italy Relaxes Entry Rules, Saint Lucia and New Zealand Announce New Protocols. Italy has ended the requirement for pre-arrival testing but only for travelers who can prove they have been fully vaccinated within nine months or have received a booster shot. IATA Expects Full Return to Traveler Numbers.

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The Castle Group

JUNE 24, 2021

After the program Castle hosted in Marbella in October of 2019, the Costa del Sol officially ranks as one of my favorite places in the world. Italy: Culture, cuisine and a world-renowned wine scene make Italy one of the most sought-after European incentive destinations. Photo by Jaques Bopp on Unsplash.

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EventMB

MAY 17, 2022

In 2019, about 127 ICCA recognized events were held in the city. Other major markets have included Uruguay, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Paraguay, Bolivia, Mexico, Spain, the UK, Germany, and Italy. This led to 450,000 international visitors and an economic impact of $500 million.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 17, 2021

His appointment marks a pivotal moment in VenuIQ’s growth in Europe, with plans to hire representatives across the continent, including Germany, Spain, Belgium and Italy, in the next 12 months. Based in Paris, Frantzy boasts 8 years’ of experience within the event industry.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 23, 2021

In 2019, airports outside the U.K. Sydney and Brisbane, Australia; Istanbul, Turkey; Dubai; Copenhagen, Denmark; Trieste, Italy; and Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Over the next few years, the campaign expanded throughout the U.K., and was adopted by airports, railroads, event venues (O2 in London, Scottish Event Campus in Glasgow, etc.),

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Nunify

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Wedding Costs Increased By 25% From 2019 And 16% From The 2022 Average Over the past decade, the average cost of a wedding has risen substantially, reaching a notable peak in 2023 at $35,000. Furthermore, 36% are thinking about integrating AI, making 54% open to or already utilizing it , while 46% are unlikely to do so.

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Event Marketer

MAY 17, 2021

The team is betting on tactics like its “Three Minutes in Italy” program activated for San Pellegrino several years ago, a stunt where consumers could control a robot staged in Italy, drive it around, and interact on-screen in real time with locals through a translator.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The airline says one reason for the adds is “historic levels of demand for travel to Europe in the summer peak, up 20% compared to 2019.”. Key takeaways from the October GBTA Business Travel Recovery Poll include: Business travel volume continues to rebound when tracking recovery to 2019 pre-pandemic levels.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 27, 2021

FanSALE is the first fully digital resale platform in Scandinavia, and is already in use in Germany, the UK, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Italy, Finland and Brazil. According to a study conducted by the Ministry of Culture in Denmark in 2019, 44% of the respondents know of at least one person who has had problems with overpriced tickets.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 12, 2019

Best in Show 2019: World Tunnel Congress 2019. May 3-9, 2019 Mostra D’Oltremare Congress Center and off-site locations in Naples, Italy 2,700 attendees. A WTC 2019 delegate snaps a photo at the Seiano Caves on the grounds of the Pausilypon archaeological site. World Tunnel Congress 2019. Rosangela Quieti.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 20, 2023

UNESCO recognized Veszprem as the City of Music in 2019 and is also known for its quality gastronomy scene and high-end restaurants. Cittadella, Italy No. Baroque buildings atop Castle Hill serve as a distinct landmark, signifying a distinctive part of the city’s heritage and 1,000-year history.

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Event Industry News

JULY 2, 2020

B2B events spend in Q2 2020 is down 80% vs. Q2 2019. B2B marketeers from China and Italy are most optimistic about a quick re-opening, while those from North America, the UK, and Russia expect a later restart. The survey shows that the immediate impact of COVID-19 is dramatic.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

For 2021, we forecast the market to be valued at $14.8m, still 49% lower than 2019. Looking ahead, AMR forecasts that by 2023, the global exhibition market should rebound to 96% of its 2019 size.”. Globex highlights: COVID impact assessment on 2021. The primary driver of revenue loss in 2021 is continued reduced volume sales.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 10, 2020

the leader in Italy for organising international trade shows and a main operator in the exhibition sector and European level. In the same session, the board of directors approved the 2019 forecast and the 2020 budget. The Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) has announced the appointment of Corrado Perboni as CEO and director.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 17, 2020

International event organiser and venue manager, Easyfairs, has published its latest Activity Report covering the years 2018-2019, focusing on how it is disrupting the industry by “easifying” the experience for its visitors and exhibitors. Easyfairs reported further strong growth in EBITDA in its financial year 2018-2019 (16.8%).

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EventMB

MAY 17, 2022

In 2019, about 127 ICCA recognized events were held in the city. Other major markets have included Uruguay, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Paraguay, Bolivia, Mexico, Spain, the UK, Germany, and Italy. This led to 450,000 international visitors and an economic impact of $500 million.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2022

In mid-February, occupancy was 66%, down only 9% from the same week in 2019. ADR was 10% higher than the same time in 2019. It’s bucket list time,” echoed Mia Hezi, managing director with Visit California Italy. That pent-up demand was evident at hotels all over the state. However, revenue was up.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Festicket has therefore seen an incredible 172% increase in average order value for international bookings between 2019 and 2022 – which now stands at over €550 – while there’s also been a similarly large rise in the average order value for domestic bookings too. This may seem unsurprising, given the country’s own easing of restrictions.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 21, 2022

of travel spending, an increase from its 2019 level, 79.4%. Visit Austin and Austin Convention Center have benefited greatly from the tourism fee revenue, which is where most of the money goes; in 2019, the tax was raised to 11%, which funded the expansion of the convention center. In 2020, leisure travel accounted for 80.4%

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 4, 2019

In the AIM Group International white paper titled “How to Create a Truly Unique Destination Experience and the Latest DMC Trends,” AIM’s Bob Novak looked at whether DMCs can keep adding value in the current market as well as what trends are emerging for 2019. Does that mean that DMCs are no longer needed?

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PCMA Convene

JULY 18, 2022

The 500-acre Cedar Lakes Estate in upstate NewYork has seen a huge bump in inquiries for corporate retreats — 150 percent more inquiries than in 2019. “If Corporate retreat bookings for the property are up 150 percent compared to 2019, she said, and the majority of those who book have hybrid workforces or international teams.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Founded in June 2019 by Robert and Melanie, a husband-and-wife duo, Eat Lah brings the favours, colours and culture of Malaysia to the streets of London. Alongside this is a spectacular rooftop basketball court, with views overlooking the Design District, the O2, and beyond. The Food: Eat Lah.

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Event Industry News

JULY 17, 2019

The newly elected IELA board of management proudly confirms three women leaders in the exhibition logistics industry among its members: Mariane Ewbank, former IELA chairwoman 2016-2018, Priscilla Leong and Sandi Trotter, both new members elected for 2019-2021. Italy Feyzan Erel, general manager and CEO of Gruptrans International Co.

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Endless Events

JULY 19, 2019

This time around, we’re talking about event tech alongside some very special icons our team had the pleasure to meet during IMEX Frankfurt 2019. and everybody from France or Italy can use their same connection without a cost increase”, says Maarten. This time around, things are a little different.

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Event Industry News

MAY 4, 2022

UFI operates from four regional offices, in addition to its headquarters in Paris.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 12, 2019

Best in Show 2019: Welcome Party for International Bar Association 2018 Conference. 7, 2018 Villa Aldobrandini, Frascati in Italy (just outside of Rome) 4,000 attendees. Best in Show 2019: More Inspiring, Creative Ideas for Events. The event used 15,000 flowers and wheat stalks, as well as 75 dancers and other performers.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 18, 2018

As a leading trade fair organizer in Italy, IEG is already one of the world’s leading jewellery show operators. Not only does it strengthen our presence in the international jewellery sector, but it provides a range of new opportunities for ‘Made in Italy’ in the critically important U.S. exports of 1.17 billion euro in 2017, 15.8%

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Event Industry News

MARCH 23, 2020

Whilst the scale of cancellations and postponements recently is unprecedented, it’s worth remembering and learning from the summer of 2019 when severe weather forced the hands of several festivals including Boardmasters and Houghton. Customers should be aware of their options for refunds or alternative arrangements.

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zkipster

JULY 12, 2022

Back then Italy had stricter Covid rules in place and some art events were still being called off, so I was in constant contact with the event hosts, consulting different websites for details of the latest regulations, discussing with caterers if food should be served and displayed differently; all whilst working remotely.

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Event Industry News

MAY 11, 2022

On Thursday, 200,000 euros worth of supplies arrived at the venue in six cargo truck convoy from Fondazione Fiera Milano in Italy. It has previously been hosted in Birmingham (2019), Verona (2018), Cologne (2017), Basel (2016) and Istanbul (2015). Many delegates followed the host’s appeal and brought personal donations to Poznan.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 15, 2019

A broad programme of geo-cloning has successfully positioned many of these brands and related adjacencies outside Germany and the United Kingdom to include a presence today in countries including France, Italy, the United States, Mexico, China, Singapore, Thailand, India and Turkey.

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Skift

MARCH 7, 2020

Pictured are cyclists on March 23, 2019. The Milan-San Remo race has been postponed. kaysgeog / Flicker.com Skift Take: Exchanges of fist bumps and kisses are being discouraged among athletes in various sporting events. No word yet on traditional pats on the butt, however. Dennis Schaal Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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