Smart Meetings

AUGUST 8, 2022

Thinking about integrating marijuana in your meeting? A Northern California destination is helping meeting professionals harness this fast-budding trend. While cannabis-related tourism is on the rise, Visit Mendocino County is looking to further tap into this growing market. Forbes estimates cannabis tourism is a $1.7

Tourism 94

Tourism 2024 Consulting Hotels 94

EventMB

MAY 17, 2022

A weeklong event in Buenos Aires acted as the unofficial relaunch of the meetings sector after the pandemic slump. But recovering lost ground — just 20 percent of the business is back — while dealing with new hybrid models could take about two years, tourism officials admit. Buenos Aires is gearing up to reclaim its […].

Marketing 134

Marketing Tourism Meetings Events 134

EventMB

APRIL 15, 2024

Skift Take: Explore how Visit Phoenix leverages meetings and events as powerful engines for economic growth and community engagement, redefining the impact of destination marketing beyond the confines of tourism. Visit Phoenix Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

Tourism 162

Tourism Marketing Meetings Events 162

Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

In response to recent positive progress in the Hong Kong SAR Government’s discussions with other destinations on forming travel bubbles, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is gradually resuming promotions in the local and source markets, reviving tourism through a combination of short-term and long-term strategies.

Tourism 85

Tourism Marketing Transportation Travel 85

EventMB

MAY 17, 2022

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. About 2,500 people signed up, including 81 international buyers, of which half set up meetings with Visit BA. Buenos Aires might also be getting a hand soon.

Marketing 119

Marketing Meetings Tourism 2023 119

Smart Meetings

MARCH 9, 2022

“They need to be included in the conversation and engaged with the tourism industry to develop an understanding of the value of travel and tourism,” according to a recent Destinations International (DI) and Longwoods International survey, National Resident Sentiment Towards Tourism. They have a role to play in our community.

Tourism 98

Tourism 2021 Government 2020 98

Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2024

A community of female leaders built on welcoming others emphasizes the power of belonging The announcement of the 2024 Smart Women in Meetings Award winners that went out Friday swelled the ranks of leaders honored to more than 1,000 strong. She loved everything about the business. As a female publisher 22 years ago, she was utterly alone.

2024 98

2024 Meetings Tourism Hospitality 98

Event Industry News

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Cheltenham has today launched a new initiative to support the recovery and growth of the town’s vital and highly valuable business tourism market. Business tourism contributed more than £8billion to the UK economy in 2018. Market Malmaison exterior. Sudley Castle.

Tourism 66

Tourism Marketing Corporate Events 2018 66

EventMB

JUNE 28, 2023

Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings Skift Take: Visit Milwaukee's new campaign adds a layer of NFT-powered digital art collectibles to a Pokemon Go-style scavenger hunt game, all in the name of driving interest in local art and culture.

Tourism 170

Tourism Meetings Event Tech Tech 170

EventMB

MAY 17, 2022

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. About 2,500 people signed up, including 81 international buyers, of which half set up meetings with Visit BA. Buenos Aires might also be getting a hand soon.

Marketing 91

Marketing Meetings Tourism 2023 91

EventMB

APRIL 26, 2024

Skift Take: Tourism New Zealand is taking a novel approach to leveraging the power of social media to attract more event delegates to the destination. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

Social Media 148

Social Media Tourism Meetings Events 148

Smart Meetings

JULY 21, 2022

Diversity, sustainability and violent crime were on the agenda for Destinations International Annual Convention 2022 in Toronto, Canada, this week along with a host of other social issues destination marketing organizations are taking on as they emerge from Covid empowered to address a larger mission of getting heads in beds. Much Respect. “We

Tourism 96

Tourism Meetings Hospitality 2022 96

PCMA Convene

JANUARY 22, 2024

Last August, Covello organized the inaugural Florida Out Coast Convention (FLOCC), billed as the state’s first-ever convention dedicated to LGBTQ+ tourism. As of January2024, 18 conventions have backed out of meeting in her destination due to the political environment. 1–3, 2023 at the Hilton Downtown Tampa Atrium.

Meetings 121

Meetings Tourism 2024 2023 121

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

And while predictions of a hybrid future don’t seem to reflect our current reality, a shift to virtual for some events can lead to a scramble for personnel who know how to manage the nuances of streaming meetings. Allowing meeting professionals to maintain their productivity and find balance helps the planner and companies reach their goals.

2024 105

2024 Meetings Tourism Sports 105

Event Industry News

JUNE 7, 2021

Green Tourism, the world’s leading sustainable certification programme, is giving event venues the tools that they need for a sustainable recovery from the pandemic with the launch today of its Green Meetings Standard. The new initiative builds on Green Tourism’s existing meetings and event venues criteria, which was developed in 2001.

Tourism 52

Tourism Meetings 2001 Venues 52

MeetingsNet

MARCH 18, 2024

Travel with a strong track record in meetings. She also has a strong connection to the travel industry, serving on advisory boards for the Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board, the City of Philadelphia, and the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas. Misako Gabel comes to U.S. Here at U.S. MeetingsNet: U.S.

Travel 98

Travel Meetings Trade Shows 2013 98

Smart Meetings

MARCH 29, 2024

These professionals will lead the county’s approach to regenerative tourism, supporting the local community while providing meaningful experiences for visitors. Morascini, who has sat on the board of Island County tourism since 2016, takes on the role of marketing and public relations director.

Tourism 102

Tourism Food and Beverage Hospitality Hotels 102

Canadian Special Events

MARCH 15, 2023

TORONTO, March 15, 2023 – Exhibition Place has signed the Sustainable Tourism 2030 Pledge, joining a global movement of businesses committed to creating a sustainable future for the tourism industry. about/green-initiatives/ CONTACT: Alexandra Serrano, Exhibition Place, Manager, Marketing and Communications, aserrano@explace.on.ca.

2030 52

2030 Tourism Sustainability 2004 52

Unique Venues

APRIL 24, 2023

image courtesy of Galena Country Tourism There are several avenues used to promote your venue in addition to your venue listing on UniqueVenues.com! If you haven’t considered working with your local Tourism Bureau in the past, though, it’s a great partnership to implement moving forward. First, let’s clarify some jargon.

Tourism 36

Tourism Advertising Venues Government 36

Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2023

Cvent has just published its list of Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels for 2023: Nashville and San Diego moving up to the second and third spots after Orlando. 1 ranked meeting destination in the U.S. 1 ranked meeting destination in the U.S. 1 ranked meeting destination in the U.S. Orlando, Florida 2.

Hotels 98

Hotels Meetings 2019 Travel 98

PCMA Convene

MARCH 1, 2019

In fact, most saw continued stability and growth for their events — and many also blamed the strong economy — which in turn creates a seller’s market — for making their job more challenging. One trend clearly in their sights — and validated by a report by Tourism Economics published on Jan. According to Tourism Economics’ “U.S.

Marketing 102

Marketing Meetings 2007 2017 102

EventMB

MAY 17, 2022

The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) that concluded in Dubai on May 12 is testament to the fact that live events are irreplaceable and no virtual extravaganza can replace the human element of in-person events. Arabian Travel Market 2021 was one of the very first travel trade shows to take place in Dubai last year.

Travel 91

Travel Marketing Tourism Trade Shows 91

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Scott Kawasaki Scott Kawasaki, Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa appoints Kawasaki as director of sales and marketing. Christy Loy Christy Loy, Meet Minneapolis Loy takes on the role of senior vice president of destination sales at Meet Minneapolis. Before joining Play Social Inc.,

Hospitality 105

Hospitality Tourism 2025 Hotels 105

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

DeRaad has also held positions at Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, also in Arizona, including executive vice president and vice president of marketing. Turnball is managing director of Tourism Western Australia , a culmination of two decades as an international leader in the hospitality industry. Carolyn Turnbull.

Tourism 52

Tourism Ecommerce Hospitality Food and Beverage 52

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The need for change in travel and tourism The hospitality industry is continuing its efforts towards improving sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) with cross-sector discussions and in-person activities. Cultural & Heritage Marketing Council.

Tourism 102

Tourism 2030 Travel Sustainability 102

Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2024

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. The challenge has been that the U.S. Europe Madrid, Spain European residents are aligned with U.S.

Conference 98

Conference Tourism 2024 Sports 98

Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Experienced marketer, Dawn Theaker joins The QHotels Collection as they continue refurbishment investments across the hotels with a specific focus on facilities for meetings and events. Most recently Dawn has worked for Best Western Hotels & Resorts, managing all B2B and property acquisition marketing for over six years.

Marketing 52

Marketing Management Event Marketing Meetings 52

Smart Meetings

JUNE 23, 2023

He most recently worked as corporate director of sales and marketing at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, leading the company’s lifestyle and upscale brands. Tom Evans Dreamscape Companies has named Evans chief marketing officer. Evans previously worked as chief marketing officer at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas for the last six years.

Tourism 91

Tourism 2002 2007 Consulting 91

Smart Meetings

APRIL 22, 2024

Make your summer meetings meaningful and memorable with these tips and trends Summer is approaching fast and meeting professionals want to stay up to date on every seasonal trend. With these tips and recommended venues, your summer meeting or event will be memorable, meaningful and even give back to the community.

2024 59

2024 Travel Tourism Food and Beverage 59

Event Industry News

JUNE 27, 2023

Northstar Travel Group, the leading B-to-B information, events and marketing solutions company in the travel industry, announces the launch of a major hosted buyer led tradeshow for the Asia Pacific meetings industry.

2024 59

2024 Travel Meetings Tourism 59

MeetingsNet

APRIL 12, 2024

On April 11, Global Meetings Industry Day was marked by in-person educational sessions and meet-ups, a 12-hour virtual event, hundreds of social-media posts—and even an original poem. Image Alt Text: Poet.png Gallery Slide Headline: The Poetry of Meetings Published: Vegas 1.jpg Watch the video here. Published: Vegas 2.jpg

2024 52

2024 Meetings Social Media Education 52

SmartMeetings

APRIL 13, 2020

2019 was a tough year for organizations promoting tourism. Elected officials tried to pull funding for Visit Florida—a state that collects more than $80 billion each year in tourism spending. Mexico Tourism Board closed altogether. See also : DMOs’ Creative Marketing Boosts Consumer Ties During Coronavirus.

Tourism 111

Tourism Meetings Travel 2019 111

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

She will oversee sales, strategy and implementation of the company’s Strategic Meetings Management Program. She brings over 15 years of experience in tourism and experiential marketing. Yoshida will serve as director of marketing. Most recently, he worked as the sales coordinator for Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

2007 105

2007 Tourism Hospitality Hotels 105

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Meeting professionals understand that travel brings people together. Destinations International , the association for Destination Marketing Organizations, is teaming up with research firms iolite group , Brand USA and Miles Partnership to determine the impact of cultural exchange on destination planning and travel.

Meetings 98

Meetings Travel Tourism 2022 98

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 26, 2024

Throughout his 15 years of experience, he has shown his ability to apply market trends, diligent strategic outreach and achieve corporate revenue and direct sales goals. He will work to bring large-scale meetings and conventions to Oklahoma City by promoting the destination’s new and growing convention offerings.

Tourism 98

Tourism Hospitality Hotels Management 98

Event Industry News

APRIL 27, 2022

The Meetings Industry Association has launched a range of new sector-specific certified training courses to assist the professional development of those working in business meetings and events and to support individuals new to the industry.

Food and Beverage 105

Food and Beverage Meetings Tourism Sustainability 105

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

6 tips for a smooth European event from an international DMC expert If it seems to you everyone is taking their incentive meeting to Europe this year, you are not alone. The leisure and MICE market time windows have started overlapping more intensively in the past 12 months so the earlier the better.

Meetings 105

Meetings Contracts Transportation Hotels 105