Articles tagged “destination activities”

A decade of consolidation has resulted in a handful of DMC networks and mega-firms that make up the majority of the industry. Here’s a rundown of eight of the biggest in the business and what they have to offer.

Mergers like the recent one of 360 Destination Group and CSI DMC offer economies of scale and expanded services, but smaller independents say they will never deliver the same level of authenticity and local expertise as they can.

Meeting planners are often challenged to provide exceptional experiences on limited budgets. A city with ample leisure appeal, such as Portland, Oregon, can give people a compelling reason to attend. Add in sector-specific field trips and strong EDI credentials, and this “Silicon Forest” is a meeting destination on the rise.

Creating authentic and unexpected experiences is a surefire way to maintain attendee engagement, thus making your event much more valuable than a standard day inside a convention center.

If attendees are going to take on the challenges of traveling to your next event, they’re going to want to see more than the inside of the conference venue. Find out how the “one contract, one contact” model can simplify your planning process and help every member of your audience maximize their time on the ground.