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New and Renovated: Did Someone Say Incentive?

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New Properties and Meeting Space in Some of Europe’s Most Desirable Destinations Building an incentive experience? A small meeting? It’s perfect for incentive meetings with an oceanside twist. An expert concierge team works with you to arrange a tailored group meeting or event. A corporate retreat? swimming pool.

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Small Group Cruise Excursions for Incentive Getaways

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Meeting planners that are bringing their groups to Europe—especially for PCMA’s Convening EMEA conference in Vienna this September—have a new set of exclusive group cruise experiences to consider in Greece-based Celestyal Cruises’ “Authentic Encounters.”. Why Greece, though? billion by 2030.

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Marriott Says ‘Full Speed Ahead’ to Meetings at Sea

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11 in Vigo, Spain, to mark start of construction, the hospitality company’s position as a leader in the luxury meetings market will expand to include the seven seas. The trips can be easily coordinated with pre- or post-cruise events at luxury hotels from Aruba to Mykonos, Greece. When the keel-laying ceremony is held Jan.

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The Evolution of ROI Measurement for Meetings

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Sponsorship is not a creation of meeting organizers or even the modern capitalist economy. A quick history lesson uncovers this: The first sponsorships date back to the 5th century BC in Ancient Greece. More : How to Prove the Business Value of Meetings and Events. Behind home plate, in stadiums, concert venues etc.

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Smart Moves in Chicago, Mexico and More

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In his 25-year career, he has worked on the opening team in six countries: Hyatt Regency Thessaloniki in Greece, Hyatt Regency Mainz in Germany, Hyatt Regency Merida in Mexico, Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok and four of his own restaurants in San Antonio, Texas. Ryan is area director of sales and marketing for Dorchester Collection ’s three U.K.

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Pacific World Expands Social Programs Initiative

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Similarly, Pacific World Greece has established partnerships with local communities to help reduce unauthorized or illegal (IUU) fishing practices along the coast to ensure an environmentally friendly fish market. The post Pacific World Expands Social Programs Initiative appeared first on Smart Meetings. Learn More.

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Trend Report: Tourism Brings Storytelling to Life

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Storytelling has become the new black in every industry as marketers use the power of narrative to engage and inspire. According to booking and management software company TrekkSoft , 73 percent of destination budgets are spent on marketing experiences. Europe Winner: Greece—A 365-Day Destination. Africa Winner: #TrueTunisia.

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