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Lessons Learned from MPI WEC in Mexico

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What to consider when planning an event at an all-inclusive resort Meeting Professionals International (MPI) CEO Paul VanDeventer likes to say that when planning the association’s World Education Congress (WEC), MPI takes chances so members don’t have to take on the risk. Construction delays at America’s Center Convention Complex in St.

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Smart Moves in Chicago, Mexico and More

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Thompson is catering sales and event manager for The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa, Avon, Vail Valley in Colorado. Kranzle is general manager of Hilton Monterrey in Mexico, scheduled to open early spring 2023. Boyett is director of sales and marketing for The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman in the Cayman Islands. Cynthia Boyett.

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New and Renovated: Destination Meetings Around the World

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Skyscraper Above the Sea Wyndham Grand Ijin Busan Wyndham Grand Ijin Busan is the first Wyndham Grand in South Korea, and an unmatched space for a chic, oceanside meeting or event. 271 guest rooms overlook the glittering coastline, and six event venues include a ballroom that can host 700 conference guests or 550 banquet guests.

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AMR’s Globex forecasts the global exhibitions market to rebound to 97% of its 2019 size by 2024

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As the world has continued to be gripped by the COVID pandemic, the recovery of the exhibitions market in 2021 and 2022 has been muted from a global perspective. This time last year, AMR’s forecasts outlined a largely positive outlook for the global exhibitions market. Western Europe and the US) are free of COVID-induced restrictions.

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What is Stopping International Attendees from Returning to U.S. Conferences?

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In-market managing directors for countries all over the world reported on trends in consumer sentiment, government policies and all-important airlift limitations. The luxury China market wants personalized and outdoor, active experiences. destinations around sports and entertainment, but vary in their dream event destination.

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Buenos Aires Delivers a Fresh Pitch to Revive Its Once-Dominant Meetings Market

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Buenos Aires is gearing up to reclaim its position as a top destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions – the MICE market – in South America. The event was a year in the works. This is the first time these events are held under this new platform.

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Globex update: Global exhibitions market to contract by c.70% in 2020

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The global exhibitions market is set to contract by c.70% This forecast is the only analysis that measures the direct impact of Covid-19 on the global exhibitions organising market. AMR’s methodology has focused on three factors – event cancellations, event postponements and the contraction of events.

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