In this time of global crisis and uncertainty, we put the call out to leaders, CEOs, strategists and consultants to sit down and tell us, in their own words, what is going on and what is going to happen next in this vital global industry. “Warning Magic Theater… not for everyone” — Hermann Hesse…
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Destinations International was founded in 1915 in St. Louis by sales representatives of 28 different U.S. destinations. Then called the Association of Convention Secretaries, the organization had many purposes, one being to share information between communities about meetings and conventions that…
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The state of the meetings and events industry and where it’s at in terms of recovery evokes a similar response as the age-old question kids repeatedly ask of their weary parents at too many points along the road-trip journey: Are we there yet? No. Sadly, we’re not there yet. According to…
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With exquisite coastal scenery and a relaxed atmosphere, Perth in Western Australia is a vibrant city, rich in culture and commerce. After undergoing a multi-billion dollar transformation that brought new infrastructure, a new stadium, a redeveloped waterfront entertainment district, and 4,000 new…
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Christine "Shimo" Shimasaki shares her top three takeaways from the 2021 Destinations International Annual Convention in Baltimore. Shimasaki is one of the most influential people in the meetings and events industry — so tune in to hear what she has to say about the importance of data, alignment…
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Just like you, the past 18 months have been rough on your hotel and lodging partners. We know you’re doing everything you can to support them and build back the industry in your destination. One way you can do that is by using Book › Direct for your website’s lodging listings instead of a…
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Historically, many destinations have viewed MINT+ as a destination marketing organization (DMO) database predominately for large destinations and citywide events. In reality, a wide cross-section of all-size DMOs contributes data to MINT+, resulting in a wide variety of meeting opportunities for…
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Whether it’s finding the right event venue or making sure the family vacation includes fun activities for everyone, the most successful destination management organization (DMO) websites make sure those activities are readily available and targeted to each user’s needs. This is achieved by…
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Destination marketing organization (DMO) websites showcase value propositions to potential leisure tourists, business travelers, meeting planners, stakeholders and locals. They’re virtual brochures that are open to everyone on the internet, and it’s essential to include key information that answers…
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