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JANUARY 3, 2024

Unique International Destinations for Meetings Small and Large Meetings are something to get excited about. When that meeting is taking place in a sought-after destination, that excitement goes through the roof. of meeting spaces have all been re-designed, and 269 guest rooms and 45 suites have been fully refurbished.

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APRIL 5, 2024

Meetings planners converge to share their experiences April 11th, 2024, marks the annual Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) where meeting professionals all over the world will be able to share and learn from each other about the importance of the meetings industry on a global scale.

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MARCH 6, 2023

Meet in these states to connect with the past As meeting professionals choose destinations for meetings and events, there is always the pressure to do something new, innovative, never seen before, etc. New Mexico Visit a community that predates the very forming of the United States all together by heading to Old Albuquerque.

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MAY 22, 2023

The Barceló Maya Grand Resort debuted impressive meeting facilities in 2020 that have proved the property and the region can handle events of all kinds.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

An earthquake struck central Mexico on Sept. earthquake that struck central Mexico on Sept. The official statement released by the Mexican Council of Meetings on Sept. ” Any misconception that could lead to a change of travel plans away from Mexico City would truly be devastating to us. . The deadly magnitude-7.1

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FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Take that framework and drop it into an intimate, small meeting. As meeting planners, how do you turn the room from a potential game of poker to an open, honest free flow of thought and feeling conversation? Read More : It’s a Small (Meetings) World After All Small Groups at Small Meetings A small meeting can mean huge discussions.

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OCTOBER 30, 2018

Mexico remains the meetings powerhouse of Latin America, but its vibrant capital city may have to do with runway additions at a nearby air base instead of heralding a shiny new airport. 29 that he intends to scrap construction of the $13 billion project to replace cramped and aging Mexico City International Airport (MEX).

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MARCH 6, 2023

Meet in these states to connect with the past As meeting professionals choose destinations for meetings and events, there is always the pressure to do something new, innovative, never seen before, etc. New Mexico Visit a community that predates the very forming of the United States all together by heading to Old Albuquerque.

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JUNE 15, 2023

With the post-pandemic environment for meetings and conventions allowing organizations to try some different ideas, Meeting Professionals International did just that with its World Education Congress, held from June 13 to 15. First, MPI took the event outside of the U.S. WEC has taken place outside the U.S.

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DECEMBER 1, 2017

Mexico is wrapping itself in the rainbow flag. Nearly 3 million LGBT travelers visit Mexico every year, according to estimates from Mexican Secretary of Tourism. Among the top 10 destinations in Latin America for the LGBT market, Mexico is home to four: Cancun, Mexico City, Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara.

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JUNE 14, 2023

Looking at Southern states, New Mexico ($35.11) and Georgia ($31.42) are the only southern states to make the top 10. 3 New Mexico $35.11 The post Meeting Profs Travel Report: Who Travels for Business? appeared first on Smart Meetings. Which states cost the most for an average nine-mile taxi? 2 Rhode Island $35.18

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AUGUST 4, 2023

In addition, Alaska Air has reduced its seat capacity into and out of California cities by nearly 25 percent, while flying more frequently to leisure destinations in Mexico and Central America. As a result, researching airlift might have to move higher up on a planner’s to-do list when scouting destinations and properties.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Meeting professionals are not just in the events business, we are in the business of helping people define who they are. That was a reminder from Greg Bogue, chief experience architect at Maritz Global Events and keynote speaker last week at Smart Meetings Incentive Experience in Riviera Maya at the all-inclusive Hotel Xcaret Arte.

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OCTOBER 7, 2022

National Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity for meeting professionals to recognize how the diverse backgrounds of hospitality workers has added a richness in the breadth and level of service that can be offered at events. How can the observance of National Hispanic Heritage Month bring more meaning to meetings ?

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Venues around the world reveal groundbreaking debuts Pioneering venues make the meeting world go round. Luxury like you so far have only imagined pops up in new and renovated hotels and venues in Tokyo, coastal Mexico and London. The beachfront Mexico resort offers breathtaking views certain to leave attendees in awe.

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OCTOBER 30, 2018

Mexico remains the meetings powerhouse of Latin America, but its vibrant capital city may have to do with runway additions at a nearby air base instead of heralding a shiny new airport. 29 that he intends to scrap construction of the $13 billion project to replace cramped and aging Mexico City International Airport (MEX).

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AUGUST 15, 2023

About the CMP Events Industry Council launched the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) Program in 1985 to provide meeting industry professionals with specialized continuing education. A meeting planner earns their certification through a course of study, an exam and a comprehensive professional evaluation.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Hotel Xcaret Mexico is a hidden gem in the middle of the Mayan Jungle. Brought to you by: For your meetings and events, you can enjoy the admirable natural wealth of unparalleled views of the turquoise sea, white sand beaches and underground caves and rivers. Unconventional meetings and Conventions. Printer-friendly version.

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MARCH 18, 2024

Read More : How to Host a Brava Meeting in Italy Middle East: Visit California Global Managing Director in the Middle East Glenn Johston described a growing bond between United Arab Emirates, a diversified population that includes expatriates and is sponsoring an NBA Cup gave and creating packages so visitors can easily go both directions.

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MAY 23, 2023

As you chat with fellow meeting professionals you hear the faint sound of a trumpet. This is the Marriott “Meet with Momentum” experience in New Orleans. This four-day experience by Marriott International is one of many currently offered by the company’s Meet with Momentum program, now in its third year. What follows is a 0.5-mile-long

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FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Meeting professionals understand that travel brings people together. Travelers from Canada, China, Mexico, U.K. As DEI has come more into focus in this industry, planners are trying to incorporate it not just in the workplace, but into the way they plan off-site meetings. But how can you measure the power of those connections?

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

It’s not nearly business as usual in Mexico City after yesterday’s 7.1-magnitude Leopoldo Farias Barlow, executive director of the Mexico City-based trade show and events association AMEREF, e-mailed a brief update to Trade Show Executive. The post Early Reports: Mexico City Will Rebound Quickly appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Hotel Xcaret Mexico is a hidden gem in the middle of the Mayan Jungle. Brought to you by: For your meetings and events, you can enjoy the admirable natural wealth of unparalleled views of the turquoise sea, white sand beaches and underground caves and rivers. Unconventional meetings and Conventions. Printer-friendly version.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Luxury all-inclusive meetings surrounded by Mexico’s beauty. Located in Mexico’s finest beach destinations, Velas Resorts envelop guests in an ambiance of designer luxury and style, elevating meetings and conventions to an unprecedented level. Special Stand-Out Details .

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JULY 3, 2017

Horse Rescuer The Tamaya Horse Rehabilitation Program cares for 51 rescued horses at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa in Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico. When his owner abandoned him at an auction in New Mexico, the auction manager asked Connie Collis for help. The horse was near death. They also provide financial support.

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APRIL 10, 2024

Brand new meeting spaces around the world Seeking inspiration for your next international meeting or incentive? of meeting and event space, including the 4,725-square-foot Lana Ballroom, which can be divided into two spaces, and a 2,153-square-foot pre-function space. of meeting and event space. Look no further!

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MARCH 13, 2024

Take a further trip for more reward in Spring, 2024 With travel continuing to open up and return to natural form after years of Covid, the world is once again an oyster for meeting professionals looking for an international incentive trip or executive retreat that will be memorable and expand geographical and cultural horizons of attendees.

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OCTOBER 19, 2021

New spots for business meetings and events are also opening up across Canada. Mexico’s borders, on the other hand, never closed. Since the beginning of the pandemic, Mexico has continued to allow international travel. But Covid cases have declined considerably in Mexico since late August and have stayed on a decided downtrend.

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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.

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APRIL 24, 2017

On April 24, Topgolf announced that it will exclusively license its concept in Mexico to Ventura Entertainment, a privately-owned company that operates amusement parks in Mexico. Topgolf venues in Mexico City and Cancun, Mexico, are slated for a 2018 opening. Photo credit: Michael Baxter, Baxter Imaging LLC).

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NOVEMBER 1, 2021

ME Cabo , Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Confessions Skybar & Tapas, one of the new adds, is a rooftop bar and lounge that can host up to 500 guests, in addition to hotel’s previous 2,500-person event capacity, including the 1,225-square-foot Evolution Meeting Room. The Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City. Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun , Mexico.

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OCTOBER 27, 2022

Smart Meetings has compiled a list of hotels domestically and around the world famous for their innovative art installations and collections. of both indoor and outdoor meeting/event space and can accommodate up to 200 guests at a time. La Fonda On the Plaza–Santa Fe, New Mexico. Kimpton Hotel Born–Denver, Colorado.

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JULY 7, 2022

All-inclusive Hyatt Zilara and Ziva luxury resorts line the most spectacular shores in Mexico and the Caribbean and have each been designed to deliver extraordinary events and guest experiences for savvy planners and their participants. Plan with Confidence. Locations include: Jamaica: Hyatt Zilara and Ziva Rose Hall .

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DECEMBER 13, 2023

Historic spaces, revitalized to illuminate their esteemed pasts, make for meeting destinations certain to stand out as the best of the best. It is the oldest remaining of a generation of midcentury beachfront motels in Galveston, standing on the edge of the Gulf of Mexico.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Germany, Berlin and Canada all welcome new and renovated hotels For your next international meetings and excursions, look no further than these new and renovated properties. of meeting space, made up of 11 facilities. The post New and Renovated: Redesigns Around the World appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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JUNE 2, 2017

To supplement the growing meeting, convention and event demands, Riviera Nayarit is opening two new, state-of-the-art convention centers. of meeting space. of meeting space. Further Reading: A Meeting Planner’s Guide to Mexico’s Pacific Coast. Velas Vallarta Suite Resort. Riviera Nayarit.

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MARCH 14, 2023

Meeting Professionals International’s (MPI) sixth annual Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) is the event that has meeting and event professionals all over the world buzzing with excitement. On March 30 from 6 a.m.

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