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APRIL 21, 2023

In what may be a ground-changing move for hotels and meeting planners doing business in Florida, Brightline, the only intercity, eco-friendly high-speed rail in the U.S. The rail will connect service to Central and South Florida. The post Meeting Profs Travel Report: Brightline Adds Orlando appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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OCTOBER 28, 2022

Perkins is general manager for The Karol Hotel in Pinellas County, Florida. Before his new position as general manager for Fenway Hotel in Dunedin, Florida, Duffey was opening general manager of The Karol Hotel (which Jason Perkins now holds, see above), recognized as TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice and AAA Four Diamond.

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JUNE 14, 2023

According to the global survey of 3,850 business travelers in 25 markets: Nearly all global business travelers (94%) are willing to travel for business in the next 12 months, including 67% who are very willing. business travelers (72%) feel they haven’t had equal opportunity. Even more U.S. Even more U.S. Global and U.S.

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APRIL 6, 2023

United Adds New Non-Stops to 100+ International Cities This Summer to Meet ‘Soaring Overseas Travel Demand’ United Airlines has announced that it will fly to 114 different international cities this summer and has expanded its flying by 25% versus last year to meet the sharp increase in demand for travel outside of the U.S.

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MAY 24, 2023

Skift Take: For today's attendees, bleisure travel isn't just about beaches, outdoor adventures, and sophisticated meeting venues — they want a destination that will also deliver authentic local charm alongside a strong sustainability record. Find out why South Walton, Florida, is perfectly positioned to meet this new demand.

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JANUARY 22, 2024

Last year, the NAACP issued a travel advisory for the state of Florida after Gov. These organizations are entering the fray in part because of a collective realization that travel boycotts, historically, have done little move to the needle politically. 1–3, 2023 at the Hilton Downtown Tampa Atrium.

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APRIL 5, 2024

Travel Association , to explore the importance of explaining the role of meeting professionals to a wide audience. Travel is essential to the success of the U.S. Travel is essential to the success of the U.S. The common thread is that the travel industry brought them all together. Travel Association toolkit here.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Julien Hotel & Spa in Boulder, American Travel Planners as travel manager, Millennium Hotels and Resorts and more. Regis Bal Harbour Resort in Miami Beach, Florida. The post Smart Moves in Colorado, Florida and More appeared first on Smart Meetings. She has worked at St. Eduardo García Ramírez. Winfred van Workum.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Julien Hotel & Spa in Boulder, American Travel Planners as travel manager, Millennium Hotels and Resorts and more. Regis Bal Harbour Resort in Miami Beach, Florida. The post Smart Moves in Colorado, Florida and More appeared first on Smart Meetings. She has worked at St. Eduardo García Ramírez. Winfred van Workum.

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JUNE 23, 2021

Kunz most recently worked as vice president of sales and partner of Incentive Travel Solutions, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. She also worked for One&Only Resorts and Cabo Traveler Advisors as sales manager. The post Smart Moves in Florida, Washington State and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2022

The deals see several high-profile events signing up with Event Genius for exclusive ticketing and travel services, marketing, and access control. Florida 135. Joaquín Cabós Moré, Director, Florida 135: “Florida 135 has always been known for being on the cutting edge since opening more than 75 years ago.

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JUNE 6, 2022

ORLANDO - Nearly 4,800 attendees from more than 60 countries gathered in Orlando, Florida, June 4-8 for the 53rd annual IPWthe travel industry's pre.

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JANUARY 17, 2019

I arrived at the Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers on the first Sunday evening in December, a little late to the party. The beaches along the Atlantic may be the most-recognized real estate in south Florida, but there is another section of equally stunning waterfront. We all raised mojitos in a lunchtime toast.

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MAY 5, 2021

Travel Association president and CEO Roger Dow seconded the request, saying, “Restrictions have taken a disproportionately heavy toll on the travel industry and our millions of workers, and the rule preventing cruise operations is uniquely specific. It will span five continents, ferrying travelers to 66 destinations in 34 countries.

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OCTOBER 27, 2023

Read More : Meeting Profs Travel Report: Brightline Adds Orlando The 11.5-mile A More Accessible Florida In September, Brightline ’s newest route between Miami and Orlando opened with a grand opening at its Orlando stop that included more than 500 elected officials, business leaders and community partners.

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JULY 24, 2020

The Georgia Motor Trucking Association (GMTA) rolled into Florida and accomplished what most associations have been unable to do since the beginning of this year: It held a 300-attendee, in-person meeting. And in some cases, they had traveled together to the event. Photos courtesy GMTA). So that’s sort of a no-brainer.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Read More : Weaponization of Travel: Navigating Cultural Obstacle Courses Not long thereafter, they cofounded SocialOffset—the prototype launched at ASAE Annual Meeting in August 2022 and the pilot soft launch was this past January—a nonprofit that provides a socially conscious alternative to event and destination boycotts.

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Connect Your Meetings

MAY 2, 2019

In that role, she oversaw the strategic marketing, promotions and public relations for the southern region of Florida. As the only privately owned and operated intercity passenger rail service in the United States, we are proud to provide a travel option that lives at the intersection of transportation and hospitality.

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Eventbase

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Similarly, few distinguish between business and personal travel in the same way they used to. That number is expected to grow in 2020 as employers encourage the blending of business and leisure travel to appeal to the younger generations that are rising up through the workforce. What is bleisure travel?

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APRIL 12, 2023

In late September, Hurricane Ian pummeled central Florida, triggering a significant number of flight cancellations. This time, a good percentage of the attendees were able to travel and got to experience a hurricane from the comfort of their hotel room. 1 had no choice but to cancel its in-person event.

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JANUARY 31, 2017

When you think of Kissimmee, Florida, the first thing that might come to mind, as it does for so many cities in Central Florida, is Disney. During a recent press trip hosted by VISIT FLORIDA and Experience Kissimmee —tied to Florida Encounter 2016, which was held at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate on Nov.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Every experienced traveler knows nothing can ruin a trip or conference as fast as being sick and having to tough it out until you return home and visit your doctor. But it’s a dilemma Memorial Healthcare System and Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort in South Florida are partnering to help fix.

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AUGUST 25, 2022

travel association shared how as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, the U.S. saw a decline of $211 billion in business travel spending in 2020, with $97 billion of that loss due to the cancellation of professional meetings and events related travel spending.

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DECEMBER 19, 2022

Pam Kressley and Lori Cassidy, co-founders of the new individual travel incentive company Gift a Trip , recently arranged a buyout of a space capsule as part of a three-day immersive experience for the winners of a Texas Lottery. Cassidy stressed that the programs they offer are not meant to take the place of organized incentive travel.

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JULY 7, 2021

In April, Discover The Palm Beaches partnered with the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) to host an in-person event to discuss what factors are driving buyer decisions for incentive travel. Companies looking to reinstate incentive travel also considered the industries of prospective participants in the incentive programs.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Michelin and Visit Florida have jointly announced that the latest expansion of The Michelin Guide, the bible of gourmands everywhere, is coming to the Sunshine State. And ever since, foodies have indeed traveled great distances in planes, trains and automobiles to sample the creations designated by Michelin as the best.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Bienvenu is market director of sales of sales and marketing for The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach and The Ritz-Carlton, Bal Harbour , both in Florida. Before her new position, Berwick was global marketing director for Reed & Mackay Travel Ltd. Stewart is director of special event for Visit Panama City Beach in Florida.

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JUNE 2, 2017

Air service via most major carriers is available to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers, 34 miles north of Naples. With the number of meetings that are booked near the beach in Southwest Florida, attendees will want to make extra time for sun and sand. Fresh Opportunities to Taste. More Adventures Await .

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FEBRUARY 16, 2024

At JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort , the hotel’s 10K Alley offers a stylized taproom, where attendees can try over 40 Florida-brewed craft beers, barrel-aged bourbons, and signature cocktails. In addition to 94 event rooms, 101 breakout rooms, and nearly 550,000 sq.

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OCTOBER 23, 2017

The grand opening of Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach gives its namesake Florida destination a coveted addition. Staying true to the brand, the 292 all-suite resort along North Beach will target high-end travelers and groups. The post Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach Adds Luxury to Florida Hot Spot appeared first on Connect Association.

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JUNE 3, 2021

Travel Association. Riggio is director of sales and marketing for Innisbrook, A Salamander Resort , in Tampa Bay, Florida. Before joining Innisbrook, Riggio was resort sales director for Disney Meetings & Events in Florida. Darin Riggio. Bill Hanley. He’s also spent time at Sofitel Lafayette Square in Washington, D.C.,

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JUNE 2, 2017

Coastal Living and Travel & Leisure declared Sanibel Island the top shelling spot in the United States, and one of the best in the world. Explore the Paradise Coast waterways and get closer to the manatees, dolphins, birds and even alligators that call Florida home. Everglades National Park. JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort.

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MARCH 4, 2022

At Outlook Forum, Visit California’s recent conference for travel industry professionals, research showed that the Golden State continues to appeal to attendees. Visit California’s Travel Stories site has logged more then 43 million impressions, four times more than all other states combined, reported Caroline Beteta, CEO of Visit California.

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APRIL 7, 2023

SocialOffset makes it possible for event attendees to donate to a vetted charity as a way to offset their travel to a state whose policies may be harmful to causes they support. In 2019, Elena Gerstmann, Ph.D., FASAE, CAE, found herself stuck at an airport where there were no options for food other than a Chick-fil-A.

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MAY 12, 2017

The announcement was made as part of National Travel and Tourism Week on May 11 and reinforced the impact the industry has on the greater economy. Tourism supports one-third of all jobs in Orlando and added $109 billion to the economy in 2015, according to a report by Visit Florida.

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MARCH 29, 2024

Brennan Bastyovansky Brennan Bastyovansky, WTP Bastyovansky will serve as general manager of sales and marketing for World Travel Protection (WTP). He brings an extensive background in travel risk management, with experience in business growth, strategic development and building lasting relationships with customers and partners.

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AUGUST 12, 2021

After a year of Zoom and staying indoors, there is pent-up demand for travel, connection and meetings that goes beyond the boardroom—and there’s nowhere quite like Walt Disney World to hit all the marks with ease. Bleisure travel is HOT right now. See also : Travel Survey Reveals Secrets for Making “Bleisure” Work.

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