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Making Lemonde: Turning Negatives into Positives in a Post-COVID Incentive World

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Velas Resorts makes a Stay Safe Commitment at its six properties in Mexico with a hygiene program based on World Health Organization guidelines that includes thermal testing of guests and staff. Regional travel that supports local venues could be more popular than ever. How can we turn worries about the venue into a positive message?

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California Continues to Attract Global Visitors

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A lot has changed in two years since the actors Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson announced they had contracted what was then known as novel coronavirus on a film set in Australia. Alex Pace, managing director with Visit California Mexico also stressed the importance of California’s focus on safety. Visit California’s Outlook Forum.

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Are You Prepared for IMEX 2021? A Checklist

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A robust Latin American contingent includes Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica and Mexico. Chantal Sturk-Nadeau, executive director for Business Events at Destination Canada, reported that the country will be hosting the largest contingent ever this year. During the show, new tracks including Creativity in communication; Diversity?and

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How to Use All-Inclusive Properties as Incentives

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All-inclusive properties may seem like the holy grail of venues to meeting planners, and while they can make the planners job a lot easier, they don’t automatically guarantee a high-quality event. Maritz Travel works with a handful of the many companies that offer all-inclusives in Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

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A powerful & purposeful business experience – IMEX America returns October 10 – 13

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IMEX America, which returns to Las Vegas October 10 – 13, is set to address the new needs of the industry head on, bringing together the global business events community in a four-day event designed to deliver a tailored, targeted and enjoyable business experience.?? . 3,000+ global buyers.

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IMEX America 2021: Day 2 Highlights

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As MPI celebrates its 50th anniversary, it is looking forward to 2027 with a new contract for CEO and president Paul Van Deventer with a focus on advocacy, innovation and education to expand and engage a diverse community. As of Friday, there are 109 signatories across venues, destinations, suppliers and hotels.

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Colleges and Universities in the Mountain Region

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There ain’t no mountain high enough that planners in collegiate conference services departments won’t climb to make sure a meeting or event on their campus has reached the pinnacle of success. University of New Mexico. Colorado State University. Fort Collins, CO. University of Montana. Missoula, MT. Golden, CO.