Smart Meetings

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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Airlines Travel Food and Beverage 2023 98

Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Travel costs are rising due to strong demand (led by the leisure sector). As food-and-beverage costs increase for venues, those expenses are passed directly to event organizers. Credit: iStock Event organizers are feeling the pinch as industry suppliers, venues and transportation companies rebound from the pandemic.

2023 221

2023 Food and Beverage 2022 Transportation 221

Event Farm

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Attendees balance a desire to participate in your event with the inconvenience of being away from home and the inherent risk of crowded environments while traveling and attending your event. If conditions change, people want assurance that they can get a refund. #5: 5: Pricing. Do you counter with a lower price? 14: Queuing tool.

Food and Beverage 312

Food and Beverage Insurance Contracts Entertainment 312

Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

In addition, the model does not include the additive risks for travel to and from an event, and staying in a hotel during an event. 2—Additive risks for travel to and from an event, and staying in a hotel during an event. The main concern is air travel. Again, travel risks are not included in Epistemix’s model.

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2021 Travel Events Fashion 360

StraussCA

APRIL 14, 2022

In a matter of only a few weeks, we have seen travel and in-person events start up in the blink of an eye. This will include food and beverage for your attendees, insurance, and travel costs, just to name a few. The venue space can be smaller, thus decreasing food and beverage costs, and other rental costs.

Travel 94

Travel Food and Beverage Insurance Financial 94

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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Travel 2021 Food and Beverage 2022 105

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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2022 Food and Beverage Sustainability 2021 111

EventMB

JUNE 22, 2022

Now that most Covid testing requirements for international travel have been lifted, cruise experts predict the floodgates will soon open. Meeting space, audiovisual equipment, and WiFi are all in place, as well as upscale food and beverage offerings, spas, and fitness centers. River cruises have plenty of things going for them.

Event Marketing 172

Event Marketing Marketing Meetings Food and Beverage 172

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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2021 Food and Beverage Travel Sustainability 195

SmartMeetings

APRIL 30, 2020

Temperature checks, reduced occupancy and increased physical distancing in shared spaces—these were some of the protocols floated by hospitality partners and meetings professionals as they sketched out what a return to travel after COVID-19 shutdowns will require. Travel Considerations. Sanitation Ratings.

Food and Beverage 125

Food and Beverage Meetings Airlines Insurance 125

Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

Sales (registrations, exhibitors, sponsors, donors) Marketing (web site, social media, email, blogging) Catering / food-and-beverage preparation Talent booking and coordination (keynote speakers, entertainment, etc.) Audio visual and event production Custodial / electrical Security Photography / videography.

Food and Beverage 206

Food and Beverage Social Media Insurance Entertainment 206

Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The accreditation process involved a survey that closely examined five key areas, including Energy & Water Conservation, Waste Management & Recycling, Rooms & Facilities, Food & Beverage, and Corporate & Social Responsibility.

Hotels 105

Hotels Food and Beverage Sustainability Social Media 105

EventMB

AUGUST 20, 2024

Make it an Immersive Experience While the importance of in-person meetings and personal touches can’t be overstated, the ability to connect with attendees unable to travel is also essential. Put a Fine Point on Dining Few aspects of a meeting are as personal as the food and beverage experience.

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Venues Meetings Food and Beverage Hotels 185

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.”

Food and Beverage 121

Food and Beverage Fashion 2024 Tech 121

PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2020

During the COVID-19 crisis, event marketers should avoid discussing content that might fuel concerns, like food sampling. Many event organizers are wondering how their communication strategies should evolve at a time when the appetite for travel and live events has decreased over COVID-19 concerns. Use the power of social influence.

Marketing 141

Marketing Food and Beverage B2B Travel 141

GEVME

JUNE 27, 2018

Also, you should choose a venue that has sufficient parking in case some of your conference guests choose to travel by car. Catering: Many conference planners think that services related to food and beverages aren’t in their sphere of interest because it’s something that venue hosts are responsible for. Conclusion.

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Conference Venues Food and Beverage Transportation 149

MeetingsNet

MARCH 12, 2021

With travel at a virtual standstill over the past year, hotel properties are going through tough times. Do a rate search on the online travel agencies to see how your hotel is priced versus area competitors, mid-week and weekend. One hotel exec’s advice for keeping an eye on the health of a conference venue.

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Financial Hotels Food and Beverage Meetings 124

Eventmobi

JUNE 23, 2020

Once we resume a sense of normalcy post-COVID, the advantages of saving on travel & accommodation expenses; and the ability to have more delegates and attendees by offering a hybrid event of both Virtual and physical (In-person) attendance will be surely capitalized upon. I’d recommend the virtual ticket is 30% less than the in-person.

Events 362

Events Travel Trade Shows Food and Beverage 362

Smart Meetings

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.

Food and Beverage 93

Food and Beverage Hospitality Hotels 2021 93

Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Or to add updated food-and-beverage items to both an invoice and a BEO. Key functionality includes: Timesaving templates for proposals, proposal/invoice line items, food-and-beverage packages and contractual language so you never have to start from scratch. Which leads right into…. Eliminate double entry.

Food and Beverage 148

Food and Beverage Venues Management 2021 148

Eventmobi

JUNE 13, 2019

Ask businesses to sponsor the entire event – providing the venue, food, and A/V equipment, or just one element. But there’s a good chance you’ll get a deal on that second speech; fixed costs, such as travel expenses, are already covered. Pay for the food – not the catering. No one will know, I promise!)

2019 150

2019 Food and Beverage B2B Social Media 150

Attendease

APRIL 9, 2024

Table of Contents Casual Themes Sophisticated Themes Tech and Innovation Themes Destination and Travel Themes Artistic and Creative Themes Interactive and Hands-On Themes Outdoor Themes Fun and Unique Themes 45+ Memorable Themes for Your Next Corporate Event Now let’s look at 45+ memorable theme ideas for your next corporate event.

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Corporate Events Food and Beverage Entertainment Events 195

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 25, 2024

With Smart Travel Editor Kate Zaliznock checking out the upscale offerings in Orlando this week, I thought I would jump in and share some of the items that made me put down my coffee when they crossed my keyboard. Send your travel news there, too. Products include food and beverages, bath and body, retail, furniture and art.

Travel 95

Travel Sustainability Food and Beverage Hotels 95

Expo Pass

JULY 11, 2022

Travel more – a lot more. Event planning is one of the best professions for people who like to travel, want to travel more, or are just tired of sitting at a desk all the time. Attendees also want more opportunities to travel and enjoy the freedom of remote work. We’ve all been cooped up for the last few years.

Event Planning 147

Event Planning Food and Beverage Travel Trade Shows 147

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Throughout the travel industry, sustainability has become a primary focus for both guests and hospitality providers. From locally sourcing food and provisions to waste reduction programs, hotels and restaurants alike are integrating smart measures to ensure a better future and greater guest satisfaction.

Sustainability 97

Sustainability Food and Beverage Meetings Hospitality 97

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.

Food and Beverage 97

Food and Beverage Meetings Hotels Trade Shows 97

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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2024 Travel Tourism Food and Beverage 66

Canadian Special Events

AUGUST 3, 2024

Destination Vancouver , sponsoring the Travel Classics Conference, set out to enchant a distinguished group of North American and International Media with an evening celebrating the city’s esteemed culinary landscape and breathtaking natural vistas. It truly was a night to remember.

Food and Beverage 98

Food and Beverage Social Media Entertainment Sustainability 98

SmartMeetings

JUNE 9, 2020

How can we handle food and beverages ? For a meeting before COVID-19, you would have people unlikely to attend perhaps because their interest isn’t enough to overcome the cost, travel time, time out of the office, or other similar barriers. Will I need more space for the same size event? Defining Safety.

Food and Beverage 124

Food and Beverage Travel Meetings Events 124

Smart Meetings

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.

Food and Beverage 105

Food and Beverage Hotels Hospitality Travel 105

Attendease

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Simple changes like providing attendees with reusable containers and utensils, minimizing printed materials in favor of digital, and reducing food waste enable events to model green best practices. Decorations, music, entertainment, photo booths, contests, and food can all match the time period.

Event Ideas 195

Event Ideas Food and Beverage Events Speakers 195

Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Effectively manage the event budget Based on your strategic plan, develop a realistic, line-item budget covering all aspects of the event — venue, vendors, security, food and beverage, staffing, swag, and the dozens of other expenses that pop up. Here’s how to get internal buy-in.

Corporate Events 195

Corporate Events Food and Beverage Social Media Event Management 195

GEVME

JANUARY 23, 2021

In the case of a hybrid event, the money usually spent on arranging for travel and accommodation, food, and beverage for attendees can be reduced. The following are three reasons why hybrid consumers may require a hybrid event. Cost-Effective: . Augment the attendee’s engagement: .

Food and Beverage 156

Food and Beverage Healthcare Social Media Trade Shows 156

GEVME

JANUARY 23, 2021

In the case of a hybrid event, the money usually spent on arranging for travel and accommodation, food, and beverage for attendees can be reduced. The following are three reasons why hybrid consumers may require a hybrid event. Cost-Effective: . Augment the attendee’s engagement: .

Food and Beverage 156

Food and Beverage Healthcare Social Media Trade Shows 156

GEVME

JANUARY 23, 2021

In the case of a hybrid event, the money usually spent on arranging for travel and accommodation, food, and beverage for attendees can be reduced. The following are three reasons why hybrid consumers may require a hybrid event. Cost-Effective: . Augment the attendee’s engagement: .

Food and Beverage 156

Food and Beverage Healthcare Social Media Trade Shows 156

Smart Meetings

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.

Food and Beverage 105

Food and Beverage Tourism Hospitality 2005 105

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

More events with more events mean more food, room blocks, entertainment, production equipment, and travel – and those all cost extra money. Higher Food and Beverage Costs. Global crises, such as the pandemic and the war in Ukraine, have dramatically affected the costs of food and beverages.

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2023 Food and Beverage 2022 Negotiating 122