All Seated

DECEMBER 16, 2019

From garden chic to modern minimalist, we have seen all sorts of trends come and go in the special events industry. Each year, we welcome a host of new trends as we see others make their way out the back door. Each year, we welcome a host of new trends as we see others make their way out the back door. Go bold or go home.

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PCMA Convene

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. Photos courtesy GMTA).

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Smart Meetings

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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Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2018

How will the events industry fare this year, and what trends will rule the roost when it comes to event planners’ priorities? Let’s take a look at these trends and how you can ride their waves successfully. 2019 Event Trends: Your Audience Craves Authenticity. Orlando, Florida. The year 2019 is almost upon us.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Five IoT Trends in the Hospitality Industry. This next step in preventive maintenance uses sensor data to recognize hazardous trends and alert the appropriate maintenance engineer before the issue escalates. Kelly Potter is a Tampa, Florida-based marketing associate for Transcendent Corporation. That could be just the beginning.

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Endless Events

MARCH 28, 2018

This is why we included unique outdoor venues in our 2018 event trends. While our trend guide listed unique event venues, we are breaking them down into two sections for an in-depth look indoor and outdoor. This is why we named making your next event at a unique and memorable is one of our top venue event trends in 2018.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

If you’re a meeting planner and you happened to book your next gathering in a small village in France, you’re in sync with the top meeting trends for 2017, according to Pacific World’s 2017 Annual Destination Index. And going to out-of-the-way places and showing social responsibility rank high among trends. 10 Top Meetings Trends.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Essential F&B: 2022 Catering Trends. Our January 2022 feature on catering trends saw locally-sourced foods as a major player. Let them Eat Gluten-free Cake explained the “mainstreaming” of accommodation cuisine and why it’s the trend of the future. Essential F&B: Let them Eat (Gluten-free) Cake. Ravish: Pasta-licious.

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Smart Meetings

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. The inaugural edition of the Florida Michelin Guide will appear in 2022. Holy Mickey Pretzel and Jumbo Turkey Legs! Michelin-starred dining is coming to Orlando.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2022

in the air (just over 19 miles) and stays at the edge of space for two hours while passengers observe the curvature of the earth before floating down for a gentle water landing and being picked up in a luxury yacht to return to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex on Merritt Island, Florida. Read More : 2022 Incentive Trends Explained.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

The events team at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Florida wanted to make that experience even more powerful. Read More : Essential F&B: 2022 Catering Trends. Bonus points if the chef and sommelier come out to explain the meal’s taste and the science behind why it works together. A Progressive Sensation.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Cartotto is complex director of security and risk management for Caribe Royal Orlando in Florida. Smart Meetings spoke with Cartotto about what new security trends next year may have in store. Which leads us to the next trend Cartotto sees in the near term. And being prepared is right up Mark Cartotto’s alley.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 24, 2022

Every season, Tripadvisor conducts a survey of its users to learn about the latest travel trends domestically and internationally. Meeting planners, take notes—today’s biggest leisure trends can be tomorrow’s hottest business destinations. Key West, Florida. Miami Beach, Florida. New York City. Lahaina, Hawaii.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The newly opened 196-room Marriott Fort Lauderdale Airport in Dania Beach, Florida, recently appointed their first robot employee, Betty Bot, who will serve as a busser for the hotel’s multicultural restaurant, Radiant 166. Read More : Essential F&B: 2022 Catering Trends. What’s New for Robot Delivery?

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 29, 2024

He will lead the team to monitor market trends, to develop sales strategies and campaigns for key market segments and to strengthen client relationships. 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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Connect Your Meetings

JANUARY 30, 2018

Prioritizing the need for contingency plans in the face of manmade or natural disasters is highlighted in two cases: The International Society for the Study of Xenobiotics’ conference two days before the Boston Marathon bombing and the Regional Airline Association’s measures before Hurricane Irma hit West Palm Beach, Florida.

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All Seated

MAY 17, 2019

This spring and upcoming summer season, we’re seeing a number of linen trends on the rise, with unique colors and patterns perfect for all types of events. Pair neutral linens with metallic details to embrace the metal trend without going overboard. Print-wise, we’re seeing an animal-print surge, especially leopard details.

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Event Marketer

JULY 10, 2023

Dufresne described “generating buzz” as one of the key strategic objectives for the event, and that local influencers received personal invitations to come out and help promote it. And in 2022, the brand teamed up with Pandora for the Ashley x Pandora Home on Tour campaign, with product showcases and special performances by John Legend in L.A.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2022

We’ve compiled the top five from its two categories, the top 10 MICE Destinations for 2022 and the “Hot List” of destinations trending for 2023 (listed alphabetically), and followed up with destination stories. 5: Florida. Learn about why these destination are on top, as well as ideas on where to plan your next meeting.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 7, 2023

The abortion ban in Florida “was a professional/personal thing for our board, because in transplants, reproductive issues are an important component of the health care that is provided, and it’s important to have options for transplant patients,” he said.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 29, 2018

New & Renovated: File Under ‘Florida Upgraded’. Boasting marvelous beaches and plenty to see and do, Florida is a prime location to host a meeting or to visit during a vacation. New & Renovated: File Under ‘Florida Upgraded’. New & Renovated: International Intrigue. New & Renovated: A Step Outside the Ordinary.

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Event Guru

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

This upcoming March, Catersource and The Special Event will be hosting an event in Orlando, Florida , and it is one that you won’t want to miss. With over 200 total sessions, there are opportunities for every event planner to gain new knowledge and learn about the trends that have been occurring in the industry in recent months.

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 15, 2024

We hit the ground in Vegas last week for the 56 th annual CES to hunt for fresh booth trends and design tactics. Those who find a bottle can scan the code and enter to win a trip to Florida, the “original orange juice state.” ORANGE YOU GLAD TROPICANA MADE IT TO CES?

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 24, 2021

It will analyze the new increased uptake in hybrid events and why this will be a continual trend within the industry, which has accelerated five years because of the pandemic. The platform has recently expanded into Europe and the US, with representatives based in Paris and Florida.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 28, 2022

It also says the merger will “increase relevance for JetBlue in certain key focus cities (Los Angeles; Orlando; Fort Lauderdale, Florida; and San Juan, Puerto Rico ) as well as big four’s airline hubs ( Las Vegas , Dallas, Houston, Chicago, Detroit, Atlanta and Miami).”. The post TWT: JetBlue Buys Spirit appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 12, 2019

hollywoodreporter.com. The long-running show, which launched in 2006, will now be part of the same exhibition family as New York Comic Con, Emerald City Comic Con, and Star Wars Celebration. Hollywood Reporter ). Read More.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

12-15 at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Florida. That’s a direct impact on 6,000 people around the world for the next decade. This was the first time the CSR Closing Experience was included in the program. FICP22 @WestinCopley pic.twitter.com/th8iUlf58b. — JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) November 15, 2022.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Delray Beach, Florida-based Barbara Rodriguez will focus on expanding the company’s relationships in South Florida, the Caribbean, and Latin, Central and South America. He shares an MGM Resorts pedigree with Dominguez and sold sponsorships for Chicago Bandits professional softball team in Illinois.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2023

While Orlando, Florida retained the number one spot in North America from 2019, both Nashville, Tennessee (No. Orlando, Florida 2. 2) and San Diego, California (No. 3) progressed in the ranking, moving up from (No. 6) and (No. 7) in 2019, respectively. Newcomers to the Top 10 include Austin, Texas (No. 9), and Denver, Colorado (No.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

So eating in Providence for a few days (as Convene did last month during a press trip sponsored by Go Providence, the city’s CVB) can offer a solid glimpse into what’s trending in the world of food and beverage — and most everyone in Providence has an opinion. TRASH” FISH DISHES. LATIN AMERICAN STREET FOOD.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

So eating in Providence for a few days (as Convene did last month during a press trip sponsored by Go Providence, the city’s CVB) can offer a solid glimpse into what’s trending in the world of food and beverage — and most everyone in Providence has an opinion. TRASH” FISH DISHES. LATIN AMERICAN STREET FOOD.

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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. There are a number of trends that show people are interested in alternative forms of travel. Why is it important to break the mold of current transportation offerings?

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Team Building in Florida. For meeting planners seeking spring in the winter season, Florida answers the call. The Ritz-Carlton caters to small or large meeting events, with a ballroom that accommodates up to 283 attendees. Michelin-starred chef José Andrés is the in-house caterer and a 24-hour fitness center features Peloton bikes.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 10, 2021

The event will shed light on the new increased uptake in hybrid events and why this will be a continual trend within the industry, which has accelerated five years because of the pandemic. The platform has recently expanded into Europe and the US, with representatives based in Paris and Florida.

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Eventbase

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Why would employers encourage such a trend? Event managers can capitalize on this growing trend to make their event experiences more appealing to business travelers who want a bit of leisure on the side. Employers are aware that younger generations are burning out at a faster rate than their older peers.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 13, 2022

All three are distinct yet have gatherings at their core; and all are welcoming back guests as group travel rebounds at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida; Disneyland Resort in California; and Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii; and aboard Disney Cruise Line ships. IMEX22 #meetsmart #LiveForMore pic.twitter.com/dFouMuwqj7.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 2, 2021

In Florida — where HIMSS’ 2022 annual conference will convene next March at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando — Gov. Desantis’ executive order sticks, it’s not yet clear what that means for groups with events on the books in Florida who want to require proof of vaccination, he said. It depends.

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