Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 10, 2023

Winter Gardens Blackpool also joins mia as a venue member Both Meet Blackpool and Winter Gardens Blackpool have joined the Meetings Industry Association (mia), one of the fastest growing associations in the conference, meetings and events sector, further cementing the town’s dedication to the global events industry.

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APRIL 22, 2024

This summer is looking at experiential travel—whether that be a relaxing health and wellness retreat, a culturally rich destination or an environmentally conscious and responsible gathering, summer 2024 trends are geared towards progressive practices.

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EventMB

JUNE 8, 2022

Event industry trade shows such as IMEX in Frankfurt present a unique opportunity to showcase new venue openings. Politicians and policymakers are keen to discuss their visions for attracting delegates to their destinations, while planners seek out the latest and most impressive new venues.

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MAY 1, 2023

Plan with confidence Toronto is more than a meeting place Toronto is North America’s fourth most populous city, making it Canada’s largest and most visited destination. Exhibition Place is a leading green venue and has been ranked in numerous awards and accolades for its sustainability efforts. The Discovery District , a 2.5

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The Business of Events (TBOE), the independent advocacy group for the events sector, has announced that its second Global Destination Survey for leading business events destinations, including National Tourist Organisations (NTO) and Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), is now live.

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JUNE 1, 2022

Attendees had the chance to explore this venue in a behind-the-scenes tour. Destination Canada announced the launch of its Canadian Business Events Sustainability Plan, a first-of-its-kind national program aimed at improving the economic, social, and environmental sustainability practices of business events hosted in Canada.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

We want destinations that will be beautiful and attractive today — and also in 100 years. That’s the principle that guided Tourisme Montréal’s proactive sustainability strategy, one that helped it maintain its first place in North America on the 2023 Global Destination Sustainability Index. Sustainable tourism is vital.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 1, 2024

From basketball, bobsleigh and bodybuilding to tennis, triathlon and taekwondo, presidents and CEOs from global sporting organisations will visit Birmingham and the West Midlands for SportAccord’s conference programme, which includes specialist streams CityAccord, HealthAccord, LawAccord and MediaAccord.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Global DMC Partners (GDP), the network of independent destination management companies and event service providers, has recently unveiled its 2022 Global Destination Index , which highlights the most popular meeting and incentive destinations around the world, according to booked and pending business across its worldwide partners.

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MeetingsNet

JULY 27, 2023

Embedding the Cvent tool into Choice Hotels’ booking platform also enables hoteliers to increase their visibility among Cvent's global network of event planners. Further, all Choice properties are listed on the Cvent Supplier Network, a large venue-sourcing platform where planners can research and book meeting and event venues.

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Exhibiting alongside ICC Wales is The Celtic Collection , a prestigious family of experience-focused UK business and leisure destinations. The Celtic Manor Resort , a flagship destination in South Wales, has been consistently voted the UK’s Best Conference Hotel.

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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. Before the pandemic, Buenos Aires was ranked by ICCA (International Congress and Convention Association) as the number one MICE destination in Latin America and 18th worldwide.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Addressing racism should impact how you lead—it’s an American issue,” commented Elliott Ferguson, president and CEO at Destination DC and chairman of the Tourism Diversity Matters board. “As Melissa Cherry, COO, Destinations International. Mike Gamble, president and CEO, SearchWide Global. • Roger Dow, president and CEO, U.S.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 6, 2024

Over 200 stakeholders in global Esports brands attended the Science Museum last week (Tuesday 27 th February) for the Esports Summit, which the museum hosted in partnership with London & Partners, the business growth and destination agency for London.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 1, 2022

Respondents were asked what areas they considered to be important when selecting a destination or major venue in a post pandemic environment. In November, we will also see the publication of The Business of Events: Global Destination Report.

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MPI

AUGUST 24, 2023

Toronto is North America’s fourth most populous city, making it Canada’s largest and most visited destination. Find yourself surrounded by towering skyscrapers, artistic alleyways and stunning venues that contribute to the charm of the city, making it an ideal destination for meetings and conferences.

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The Business of Events (TBOE), the independent advocacy group for the events sector, has announced that its second Global Destination Survey for leading business events destinations, including National Tourist Organisations (NTO) and Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), is now live.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JUNE 12, 2023

In addition, the report details the lasting impacts of the Covid pandemic for planners, with 41% per cent of respondents stating that they are continuing to look for venues with larger spaces to allow their delegates to spread out and 33% per cent saying that access to outdoor spaces is key.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JUNE 22, 2023

Emirates Old Trafford has announced the up-and-coming launch of its new hotel extension and event space later this year, which will complete the £75 million redevelopment over the past 15 years into a world class multi-purpose venue, based in Manchester. It’s about being a complete destination, which we feel it is.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 11, 2024

Dining Harrah’s Las Vegas introduces Ramsay’s Kitchen, a new dining concept by the renowned Chef Gordon Ramsay, offering an array of tantalizing dishes inspired by his global culinary adventures. CAESARS FORUM Harrah’s Las Vegas via a bridge is the latest addition to the Caesars Entertainment portfolio: CAESARS FORUM.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

IACC, the global association representing the top 1% of small to midsize conference and meeting venues, has announced a partnership with Sweden’s leading meetings expert, Svenska Möten. This partnership is an ideal opportunity to build on the fact that smaller, independent venues have been growing in popularity post pandemic.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JULY 3, 2023

ICC Wales has today launched its report into the positive and lasting impact of the events industry on a global scale. This is why our latest report looks beyond the key benefits of events to explore the additional or ‘unsung’ aspects of impact that events have on local, national, and global communities.

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EventMB

JUNE 1, 2022

This week’s IMEX in Frankfurt represents a microcosm of the global marketplace and is at the heart of the industry’s restart. IMEX is an opportunity for tourism boards and convention and visitors bureaus to unveil new products and launch new venues. This year is no different. .

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 7, 2023

Melbourne’s star as a top global destination for medical conferences shines brightly, with a massive 48 medical conferences set to take place within the next five years, attracting around 38,000 delegates. Melbourne Connect Located near the biomedical neighborhood is the impressive Melbourne Connect multipurpose venue.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2024

Meet Blackpool has announced it has become a member of three key industry associations: the Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO), beam and the Tourism Management Institute (TMI), further cementing the town’s dedication to the global events and tourism sectors.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Numbers released by the IMEX Group reflect the strong demand for the global community to get back to business, with a truly international spread of participants confirmed for IMEX in Frankfurt, taking place 31 May – 2 June. It is the MICE meeting point and we would like everyone to know that Catalonia is ready for the new challenges.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The Forum will bring together leading destinations and venues from across the UK to connect with senior event and exhibition organisers, trade and membership bodies. The Business of Events kicks off its 2022 programme with its UK Policy Forum, which will take place on 2 nd November at the QEII Centre in Westminster.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The show, which is fast becoming a celebration of Birmingham’s business events scene, is enjoying the legacy of the 2022 Commonwealth Games, and the global attention on the destination. CHS Birmingham returns for its second outing this autumn with a focus on personal and professional growth.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 22, 2024

Organizations have been shifting away from boycotting, banning, or canceling their events in controversial destinations, and shining a spotlight on the issues. 8 Convening Leaders 2024 session, “When Politics and Values Collide: Navigating Potential Calls to Boycott a Destination.” in record-breaking numbers. Nothing else happens.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 31, 2023

We have the expertise to know what resorts and venues will work best for their specific needs, as well as our negotiating clout and global connections. Prepare to Research : When looking for the “perfect” boutique property or unique venue, traditional search methods may not be enough.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 30, 2023

In addition to Global Meetings Industry Day on March 30—which will feature advocacy meetings with federal and local legislators, local industry gatherings around the globe, plus a 12-hour virtual-educational track from Meeting Professionals International—there’s also Business Events Industry Week from March 7 to 9.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JUNE 26, 2023

Davies Tanner , the leading communications consultancy for the business events and travel sectors, has unveiled a new brand as it looks to build on its recent growth with the launch of a significant global marketing campaign.

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The partnership between the Welsh venues and the not-for-profit organisation established in February 2023 sets out to continue showcasing the impact of the events industry across the UK’s seven core sectors and four key industry communities. ICC Wales Dragon 26.08.19

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Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

the global leader in the live industry has made a European first by introducing the first fixed permanent self-serve EBar Beerwall facility at a UK stadium. has been the club’s venue partner at The Den in South London since 2012 where it offers retail food services (concourse catering and beverages). Sodexo Live!, Sodexo Live!

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AUGUST 16, 2023

ESTRO met in Madrid in 2021 with the goal of raising awareness in the overall destination of the use of radiotherapy as a way to treat cancer. ESTRO social media) The pandemic has upended destinations’ view of business events as some kind of “subsidiary of tourism,” U.K.-based

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Smart Meetings

MAY 1, 2023

Plan with confidence Toronto Is More Than a Meeting Place Toronto is North America’s fourth most populous city, making it Canada’s largest and most visited destination. Exhibition Place is a leading green venue and has been ranked in numerous awards and accolades for its sustainability efforts. The Discovery District , a 2.5

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

As travel and tourism continue to take shape post-pandemic, there’s a need to radically change how the industry manages its stewardship of destinations and better engage the residents who live there,” said Stephanie M. Jones, founder and CEO of Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance, Inc. and Blacks in Travel & Tourism.

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