Category: Meeting Industry News
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Tanzania establishes National Convention Bureau
Apolinari Tairo - eTN Tanzania- January 20, 2021Tanzania has established a Nationoal Convention Biurea as plans get underway to diversify the tourism offerings by reaching out to ... Read More
Airports Council International cancels 2021 ACI Africa event
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 19, 2021The COVID-19 pandemic continues to stomp out hope of reactivating events that had to be cancelled in 2020 due to ... Read More
Federturismo in favor of Travel License for vaccinated people
Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy- January 16, 2021Federturismo, the Italian Federation for Travel Agents, is pleading with the Technical Scientific Committee to help restart tourism by its ... Read More
Tourism will flourish: thanks to forgetfulness
Dr. Elinor Garely - special to eTN- January 16, 2021Is the ability to forget the key to bringing back tourism? It is no secret that crises can severely affect ... Read More
ABPCO releases 2021-22 member focused business plan
Harry S. Johnson- January 14, 2021Association of British Professional Conference Organizers unveils new strategic plan Read More
How you can influence the future of Aviation?
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 13, 2021The World Tourism Network emerged out of a grassroots initiatives known as rebuilding.travel. Aviation veteran Vijay Poonoosamy, a former VP ... Read More
WTTC: Downfall of discriminating against unvaccinated travelers
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 13, 2021With comprehensive COVID-19 testing allowing for the free and safe movement of travelers, there should be no further requirements for ... Read More
COVID-19 pandemic has cost global tourism industry $935 billion
Harry S. Johnson- January 12, 2021COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge financial impact on tourism globally, affecting all countries around the world, as well as ... Read More
IMEX cancelled once again
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 11, 2021IMEX Frankfurt scheduled for May 25-27, 2021, has officially been cancelled as announced by the IMEX Group Chairman Ray Bloom ... Read More
Maximum penalties demanded for illegal party organizers
Harry S. Johnson- January 8, 2021International Nightlife Association says Illegal gatherings only punish the industry and delay its reopening Read More
International Congress and Convention Association announces new team structure
Harry S. Johnson- January 5, 2021International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), the global association for the international meetings industry, is privileged to announce the appointment ... Read More
Introducing Ideation + H: New Boutique Hospitality Asset Management and Consulting Firm
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 4, 2021Pamela Malkani is pleased to announce the formation of ideation + h as of January 1, 2021.The new boutique hospitality ... Read More
World Tourism Network urges Kuleana for 2021
Juergen T Steinmetz- December 31, 2020Responsibility Creates Opportunities Tourism is going through a tough new reality that needs a new response For those of us ... Read More
International Nightlife Association warns about spike in illegal New Year’s Eve parties
Harry S. Johnson- December 30, 2020While nightlife business owners and clubbers should be getting ready for the most important night of the year, New Year’s ... Read More
Love to travel? Invitation to the 2020/21 WTN New Year Party
Juergen T Steinmetz- December 30, 2020Bring your pots and pans! Share Hopes, Dreams, and Miracles! The World Tourism Network in cooperation with eTurboNews is inviting ... Read More
Seychelles Tourism Board Italy participates in Travel Open Day Virtual
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 29, 2020From December 14-16, 2020, the Seychelles Tourism Board Italy participated to the first edition of the travel virtual fair Travel ... Read More
French Dairy Board honors Middle East pastry chefs of the future in Dubai
Harry S. Johnson- December 28, 2020The French Dairy Board and the European Union, have once again proved its commitment to supporting the next generation of ... Read More
Silent Earthquakes in Hospitality and the Erosion of Standards
Richard Adam- December 28, 2020Since I can remember, there are these “The future of …..” type of thing conferences, publications and panel discussions. What ... Read More
Maharashtra Tourism: Mission Begin Again
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 26, 2020“We wanted to build the hospitality industry as a core industry for the state. Likewise, with the event industry. Maharashtra ... Read More
Vaccine politics and tourism
Harry S. Johnson- December 17, 2020Tourism before the pandemic Over the past several decades, tourism has experienced continuous growth and diversification to become one of ... Read More
Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival Draws Close to 1 Million
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 16, 2020The 2020 Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival officially concluded yesterday. It was the first time the Hong Kong Tourism ... Read More
Seychelles Guards Middle Eastern Ties
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 11, 2020Seychelles strengthens its relationships with Middle Eastern travel trade partners through the Seychelles Tourism Board’s (STB) participation in the first ... Read More
Thailand tourism industry meets, asks for opening of borders and skies
Andrew J. Wood - eTN Thailand- December 11, 2020The two esteemed associations held their joint Annual SKÅL BANGKOK and PATA THAILAND CHAPTER 2020 Charity Christmas Lunch this week. ... Read More
World Tourism Network Highlights Mafia Island as Good Case Study
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 11, 2020Celebrating the launch of the World Tourism Network (WTN) with a month of interesting events from all over the world, ... Read More
US Travel announces cooperation with Connect Travel for IPW 2021
Harry S. Johnson- December 10, 2020The U.S. Travel Association announced Thursday that it will coordinate with the trade show company Connect Travel to co-locate several ... Read More
World Tourism Network in 123 countries sets new trends: The Official Launch
Juergen T Steinmetz- December 10, 2020Tourism has been rebuilding since March 8, 2020. On March 8, 2020 a small group of tourism leaders supported by ... Read More
The St. Regis San Francisco Among First Hotels and Resorts in the World to Achieve Health Security Verification
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 8, 2020The St. Regis San Francisco, the city’s premier address for luxury accommodations, gracious service and timeless elegance is proud to ... Read More
WTM London publishes a manifesto to guide policy-makers
Harry S. Johnson- December 8, 2020WTM London has declared its mission to work with governments and the private sector around the world to create a ... Read More
World Tourism Network Launch: Just Amazing
Juergen T Steinmetz- December 8, 2020This month is the launch of the World Tourism Network (WTN). Born from the popular rebuilding.travel discussion, World Tourism Network ... Read More
UAE & Bahrain first to benefit from Israeli tourism
Harry S. Johnson- December 7, 2020Arabian Travel Market (ATM), is expecting a huge influx of exhibitors and visitors from Israel and further afield, wanting to ... Read More
Italian Tourist Board goes to the heart of international MICE market
Harry S. Johnson- December 4, 2020The Italian Tourist Board (Enit) announces an exclusive year-long partnership with IBTM Events which includes: IBTM World Virtual 2020; IBTM ... Read More
Andalusia is one of the most popular event destinations in Europe
Harry S. Johnson- December 4, 2020Andalusia offers many possibilities for events. Andalusia, and in particular the region of Cadiz, is one of the most popular ... Read More
Global Wine Tourism Organization Circles: Inspiring new futures together
Harry S. Johnson- December 3, 2020The Ministry of Tourism and Sports of Argentina, Matías Lammens andthe Director General of Tourism Policy of Greece, PanagiotaDionysopoulou, participated ... Read More
Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau books first major 2021 meeting
Harry S. Johnson- December 3, 2020The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) in partnership with the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC), a GBAC accredited ... Read More
International Congress and Convention Association releases Kaohsiung Protocol
Harry S. Johnson- December 3, 2020The Kaohsiung Protocol is a significant legacy outcome of the 59th International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) Congress which brought ... Read More
Routes Americas 2022 to be held in San Antonio
Harry S. Johnson- December 3, 2020Routes Americas will return to the US in 2022, with San Antonio in Texas selected as the host of the ... Read More
