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The Heatwave of the Future Is Here

Smart Meetings

However, the current conditions allow for similar events of extreme heatwaves every three years, ETH Zurich climate scientist Sonia Seneviratne said. Event professionals must now anticipate what attendees will be exposed to even in destinations where extreme heat is not the norm. Your Fix-It Guide for Today’s Event Emergencies.

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How to Host Conferences at Unique Venues

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When hosting conferences on cruise ships or other unique venues , one has to bear in mind that the daily things we take for granted are likely not going to be available to you. Take it from me – an ex-event planner who worked primarily on cruise ships. Also useful to have on hand if your unique venue is on the water: Sea Bands.

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7 Aquariums for Your Next Event That You Really “Otter” See!!

Unique Venues

Aquariums are some of the most fascinating and educational venues for you to hold fun and exciting events. Whether you’re hosting a corporate gathering, wedding reception, or birthday party, an aquarium event venue can provide an environment that is both unique and memorable.

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Mountain Festivals Beckon Groups

Smart Meetings

If you crave fitness more than food, trek on over to Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows in Olympic Valley, California, on July 18–21 for live music, outdoor yoga classes (think Acroyoga) and guided adventures at Wanderlust Festival , an event for the inner explorer to unplug and recharge. Alaska Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race.

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More Associations Are Sounding the Climate Alarm

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Catastrophic wildfires in Australia, heat waves in Alaska, and frequent floods on the Eastern seaboard of the U.S. Several years ago, Jeremy Smith, a sustainable tourism writer, speaker, and consultant, saw an opportunity to help the travel industry recognize the role it could play in addressing the issue. “We

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Green Lights: How Venues are Adopting Zero-waste Solutions and Reducing Emissions

Event Marketer

Your monthly event sustainability update In our April Industry Pulse Survey , 72 percent of event marketers said sustainability plays a role in vendor and/or material sourcing and selection, and half of the survey’s respondents said they are eliminating single-use plastic at their events and activations.

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2017 Smart Stars Award Winners

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Best Outdoor Event Space. Best Special-Event Venue. The new meeting and event space offers 37,500 sq. Where else will 35,000 fascinating creatures in nearly 200 exhibits welcome your event? 831-648-4916 | Contact: Christine Russo Robertson | National Sales Manager Events. Best Gaming/Casino Hotel.

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