Event Marketer

MARCH 14, 2025

Attendees could personalize their journey by taking the Vibe Quiz to discover their ideal travel style and destination, enjoy mocktails and desserts, hear live dj sets, engage with flight attendants, snag custom-printed boarding passes and walk away with exclusive swag.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Fine dining, diverse cuisine and unique culinary experiences When traveling internationally, one of the ways in which visitors can tangibly absorb the culture, personality and literal taste of the destination is through food. Dinner entree from Ginza Toyoda But travelers to Tokyo can expect more than traditional Japanese food.

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OCTOBER 17, 2023

A food hall. Smart Meetings has rounded up food halls across the country that not only provide a wide variety of cuisine for groups to choose from and reconvene in the dining area but are also located in buildings connected to the history and culture of the destination they are set in. An easy solution?

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MAY 18, 2023

People are happy getting back to reclaim their life and their joy and people are traveling. Travel is something people are prioritizing. While these drawbacks have not yet put a dent in leisure travel demand, if this trend continues, travelers will reach a breaking point and some airline brands may be damaged.”

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JANUARY 23, 2025

Read More : How AI is Revolutionizing Travel and Events Everybody should be exploring where AI could make them more effective, where it could automate tasks and where it will improve their business units, said Dominguez. F&B Products in Demand As of January 2025, food costs are up 18%, compared to 2019.

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Velvet Chainsaw

MAY 3, 2017

They are the conference planning road less traveled that harvests success! Big Conference Ideas On The Road Less Traveled Part 1. What’s trendy in food and beverage? The post The Conference Big Idea Road Less Traveled That Harvests Success appeared first on Velvet Chainsaw. What’s the next new tech tool?

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Event Marketer

JUNE 14, 2021

As COVID restrictions lifted and vaccines got underway this spring, the industry saw the widespread return of sampling, and Impossible Foods wasted no time getting its plant-based products into consumers’ hands. A tablet-based survey built to collect qualitative feedback for both Impossible Foods and Walmart is also part of the experience.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 5, 2021

Travel Association president and CEO Roger Dow seconded the request, saying, “Restrictions have taken a disproportionately heavy toll on the travel industry and our millions of workers, and the rule preventing cruise operations is uniquely specific. It will span five continents, ferrying travelers to 66 destinations in 34 countries.

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 24, 2022

Sustainable containers that maintain food temperature and quality during travel are among 2022 trends. What was in 2021 an “off-premise” and “meal-kit” focus is this year centered around sustainability and health and immunity-boosting foods. Top food trends of 2022: Nontraditional breakfast proteins (chorizo and vegan bacon).

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 6, 2024

Many Canadian vendors have focused on elevated food and beverage options to stand out in an increasingly competitive global market for meetings and events. Read More : Travel and Tourism Trends in U.S. Smart Meetings spoke with representatives of Canada’s top vendors about the positive evolution of F&B.

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MARCH 31, 2025

For events with attendees traveling from across the globe, this is a huge benefit! Adventure seekers rave about whitewater rafting nearby, while others will love the food and winery tours , or the vertical team slide at Jacks Urban Meeting Place (JUMP).

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MAY 17, 2024

Migliorini will serve as director of food and beverage, bringing an extensive hospitality background with a career that began with Walt Disney World in Orlando, rising through the ranks to become assistant director of food and beverage at Hilton Waikoloa Village Resort.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Fine dining, diverse cuisine and unique culinary experiences When traveling internationally, one of the ways in which visitors can tangibly absorb the culture, personality and literal taste of the destination is through food. Dinner entree from Ginza Toyoda But travelers to Tokyo can expect more than traditional Japanese food.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The beverage giant and “best of the city” publication announced the launch of Foodmarks, hand-picked, global “food landmarks” inspired by movies, pop culture moments, travel hotspots and other cultural phenomena that revolve around “the perfect moment, the perfect meal and an ice-cold Coca-Cola.”

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 28, 2025

Alongside the highly anticipated release of its 2025 Trends Report , Hilton launches a multi-faceted initiative designed to spotlight the transforming nature of meetings and events in the context of rising trends such as the increased demand for group and incentive travel and digital meetings.

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Attendease

JANUARY 21, 2021

Communication from the first touchpoint must answer the questions every experienced traveler will have. Food and beverage service will evolve from lines and buffets to service in individual containers or plates and offered with minimal contact points. Passing Trend: Hugless. Shift: Revolution of Recognition and Rewards.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 6, 2025

Business and leisure travels alike will enjoy convenience at their fingertips, with complimentary amenities, including Wi-Fi, parking, an indoor pool, and 24-hour business and fitness centers. The property also offers free hot breakfast and, beginning at 5:30, Kickback dinnertime snacks and beverages.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Local food, music, architecture and traditions shined through the events and experiences presented around the city ahead of Super Bowl LIX on Feb. Travelers could stand on the football field inside the box and snap a selfie in the branded mirror adorned with football helmet-wearing Nerds. At Woldenberg Park on Feb.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 5, 2024

Grand openings and major renovations refresh meeting space in famous international cities All across the world, in some of the most sought-after international cities, come new and renovated hotels and meeting spaces, leaving the stage set for outstanding gatherings, wherever your attendees may be traveling from to get there.

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Smart Meetings

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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OCTOBER 20, 2023

Ali Amin Ali Amin, One10 Leading travel, events, incentives and marketing services company One10 has appointed Amin EVP, Product Management and leader in SaaS product. Currently, she serves as vice president of the Global Business Travel Association Tennessee Chapter and on the global association’s Government Relations Committee.

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MAY 3, 2024

He brings 52 years of experience, beginning in the hospitality industry as a dishwasher and moving through the roles of executive chef, food and beverage manager and finally general manager, and has worked with the Marriott brand for 16 years at various locations. He will oversee all operations and business strategy at the resort.

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Event Marketer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

In addition to the courts, the brand provided an open-air lounge offering food and drinks. The patio complements the newly located cardmember lounge at Louis Armstrong Stadium, where cardmembers and up to two guests can escape the heat, purchase food and beverages and scoop up four exclusive, customizable designs from Ralph Lauren.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 13, 2023

Dominguez noted that even though mega-conferences were absent last year, borders are now largely open and travel is back with a vengeance. Travel is back, in Dominguez’s eyes. Travel is back, in Dominguez’s eyes. For those who did some ‘revenge travel’ last year, Dominguez says ‘revenge meetings’ is the next thing.

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OCTOBER 9, 2024

There is always one thing that stands out for attendees during an event: the food. Suzanne Halperin Within IHG’s luxury & lifestyle portfolio, we understand that the traditional approach to meetings and events is dramatically changing, especially when it comes to food. Do you work with local sellers? What is the process?

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DECEMBER 3, 2021

Maeder brings 20 years of hospitality experience to the position, most recently serving as director of food and beverage at The Maybourne Beverly Hills. Among other properties he has worked for are Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara and The Setai, Miami Beach, as director of food and beverage at both.

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Prestige Events Magazine

APRIL 8, 2024

Instead of plastic, we use re-useable and recyclable aluminium cans, glass or ceramic jugs for milk and all our food is served in sustainable food boxes. We now have a 50 per cent plant-based food and beverage menu, beef has been removed from our menus, all our deserts are plant-based (and taste delicious!),

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Event Marketer

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

31 at the University of Florida and over 14 weeks will travel to campuses around the country, offers fans a free pregame experience that showcases beverage, CPG, personal care and wireless brands through booths, photo ops, sampling and giveaways. Now in its 25 th year, The Tailgate Tour , which kicked off Aug.

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Conferences that Work

AUGUST 17, 2020

Let’s set aside the significant issues of whether attendees can: safely travel to and from events; be housed safely; move around an event venue while safely maintaining social distancing; and. The challenges of providing safe travel, accommodations, venue traffic patterns, and food & beverage all have to be overcome.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2021

The biggest challenges were linens (85 percent said they couldn’t get them and 77 percent said the cost had gone up), cleaning supplies (72 percent said they were not readily available and 79 percent said the cost had increased) and food and beverage suppliers (availability was a problem for 76 percent and cost was an issue for 77 percent).

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MAY 2, 2024

An embrace of the unexpected has been at the center of the resort’s mission from its inception, as well as its dedication to catering to both business and leisure travelers. The program takes surplus fresh food from catered events and repackages it to be delivered to individuals living in the Las Vegas Valley suffering from food insecurity.

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Event Marketer

JULY 12, 2021

One of the major changes was limiting the capacity and restricting it to local attendees instead of the tens of thousands of guests who typically travel in from around the world. The festival designed a concierge-style service with staff on bicycles and tricycles bringing food, beverages and gift bags directly to attendees.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 16, 2022

Hotel Haya in Tampa, Florida, appointed Carlson director of food and beverage. Most recently, he was director of food and beverage at Atlanta’s Culinaire, an F&B management company. Fairmont Dallas appointed Searle director of food and beverage and Sous director of rooms.

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Event Marketer

JUNE 14, 2021

Over the years, event marketers have relied on traditional tactics to sustain event engagement, like wrapping the event with a concert by a Grammy Award-winning artist or offering major incentives like free travel. Another clear signal: Ignoring travel considerations like flight patterns. Flip the food and beverage hour.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 18, 2023

Nearly all water used inside Mandalay Bay Convention Center for restrooms and food preparation is treated and returned to Lake Mead through Southern Nevada Water Authority programs. A total of 14,557 pounds of food has been donated in that time. IMEX is not new to the quest for more sustainable events.

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PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Illustration by Julie Murphy Annual Events Industry Forecast Our usual approach to Convene ‘s Annual Industry Forecast is to cast a wide net, gathering a variety of data related to the business events industry, including travel, lodging, technology, and the workplace. Curt Wagner is digital editor at Convene.

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AUGUST 21, 2023

“Room rentals used to be something that you would have to pay if you had a really low food and beverage minimum or if you were coming in within like 60 or 30 days at a hotel,” Pilcher reflected, “Now, you’re coming in and saying, ‘I’m bringing a thousand people to your hotel.

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