Five Reasons to Host Your Program in Cancun, Mexico

March 18th, 2022

The Mexican Caribbean is magic! Warm white powdery sand beaches touched by gorgeous clear turquoise waters, together with the famous Mexican hospitality, exceptional full service hotel facilities and the easy flight accessibility, will make your Cancun or Riviera Maya meeting like no other. 1. Best...

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As Borders Begin to Reopen, Global DMC Partners Shares Continuous Country-by-Country Updates with the MICE Industry

July 15th, 2020

Compiling data from its global network of DMCs, GDP serves as the go-to resource for meeting and event planners operating in the New, and Ever-evolving, Normal To support meetings and events during this critical moment in the industry’s history, Global DMC Partners (GDP), the leading global network...

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How Countries Are Preparing For Groups

May 8th, 2020

Many meeting and event planners are asking about market preparedness and which countries will be ready to host groups, events, incentives and conferences once travel restrictions and stay-at-home orders ease up due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Global DMC Partners President and CEO, Catherine Chaulet...

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Meteora: A secondary destination in Greece that offers a new experience for groups

February 14th, 2020

Meteora is a region of sandstone peaks in central Greece, where monks built monasteries from the 11th century onwards. The word Meteora derives from the Greek word "meteorizomai" which means "hanging from something", and the Monasteries built on top of these rocks seem to do just that! The...

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New Hotels and Activities are Springing Up in the Dutch Caribbean

January 17th, 2020

ARUBA In the spring of 2020, Aruba will be opening the 208-room Radisson Blu Hotel and Residence, marking the debut of the brand in Aruba. The 208 suites will range from 1000-2000 sq. ft. with special amenities like full kitchens. The property will have a spa, two pools, covered outdoor yoga space...

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New Museum in the Center of Athens, Greece

December 31st, 2019

In the heart of Athens and a few minutes away from Kallimarmaro Stadium, the Basil & Elise Goulandris Foundation is the hottest spot in Athens right now! In the 7,250 sq mtr (78,038 sq ft) space -- which consists of 11 floors, five of which are below ground -- the new museum will host temporary...

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Egypt Opens Bent Pyramid To Groups and Travelers

October 24th, 2019

Egypt continues to add new attractions to appeal to its visitors. For the first time since 1965, groups now have the opportunity to visit the Bent Pyramid, located just south of Cairo. The 4,600-year-old pyramid gets its name from its unusual shape, with two different angles of inclination. The 101...

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New South Florida Landmark Set to Open in October

August 30th, 2019

The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino has begun accepting reservations for its newly built guitar-shaped hotel. The more than 1,250-room project is a striking new addition to the western Broward County skyline and upon its October 24 opening, it will be one of the largest hotels in the tri-...

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Greece's latest MICE offerings include an "undiscovered" paradise and eco-friendly exploration in Athens

August 8th, 2019

PARADISE FOUND AT HYRDA ISLAND Just an hour trip from Piraeus port, the captivating island of Hydra is waiting for the ones that fall in love with fine architecture, peacefulness and pebbly beaches. Keep in mind that there are no cars in Hydra. There are only donkeys, bicycles and water taxis,...

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Colombia Ranked Within the Top 30 Meeting Places for Tourism

July 24th, 2019

The annual ranking of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) revealed that Colombia is ranked as one of the top 30 countries that have hosted the most congresses of international stature. Last year, the country held 147 events and was placed in 29th position among 165...

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