The changing role of the DMC in a post-pandemic world
The role of the destination management company (DMC) in delivering luxury events and incentives looks set to shift considerably and take on new relevance as corporate groups start to look at their post-Covid travel plans.
inConversation... Vodcast with Ian Cummings, Global VP Commercial at CWT M&E
Check out the third edition of our new inCONVERSATION Vodcast series where Richard catches up with Ian Cummings.
Five luxury hotels for rejuvenating wellness retreats
With wellness set to be a key trend in luxury incentives and events when they return, we check out five luxurious European hotels from the inVOYAGE community of luxury travel brands that are ideal for getting away from it all…
inConversation… Melbourne CVB's Julia Swanson on the road to recovery
Melbourne has been impacted by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, but the team at Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) have worked hard to adapt with new digital and hybrid options, while putting in place strict health and safety procedures to enable the return of live events.
Oetker Collection announces new addition to portfolio
Oetker Collection has announced that The Woodward, a new hotel in the heart of Geneva, will be joining its exclusive portfolio this Spring.
Meet the inCROWD: Joel De Sousa @ Conrad Algarve
In our latest inCROWD interview, we chat to Conrad Algarve’s director of sales Joel De Sousa, who shares his passion for making connections, travel, motorcycling and running.
inConversation... Vodcast with Britte Ripke, Director MICE, Leading Hotels of the World
Check out the second edition of our new inCONVERSATION Vodcast series where Richard chats to Britte Ripke, Director MICE, and Area Director DACH Markets Leading Hotels of the World.
Richard’s Blog : Looking forward to 2021
With the festive season well and truly upon us, we reflect on what a year it has been… and perhaps “challenging” is the first word that springs to mind!
InterAlpen Tyrol: Niki finds her Winter Wonderland
There’s nothing like being surrounded by snow-capped mountains to get you in the festive spirit. And inVOYAGE sales executive Niki Voros, was lucky enough to experience her own magical winter wonderland on a recent trip to InterAlpen-Tyrol Hotel in the Austrian Alps. She shares her highlights…
Meet the inCROWD: Perrine Chapelain
In our latest inCROWD interview, we chat to Belmond’s director of sales, meetings & incentives for the UK and Nordic countries, Perrine Chapelain, who has attended every single inVOYAGE event since we first launched.
Incentive Programmes Post-COVID
Participant safety, perception of destination safety and the presence of a good DMC will be the most important factors when planning incentive programmes post-COVID according to the 2020 Incentive Travel Industry Index (ITII).
Welcome inVOYAGERS from Sergio, Lucerne CVB
Sergio Roth, Head of Lucerne Convention Bureau, gives a taste of what to expect at inVOYAGE in March from Lucerne and it's partners.
7 hot new luxury hotels to check out in 2021
We share our pick of some of the hottest hotel openings in the next 12 months from the inVOYAGE community of luxury travel brands…
inConversation... Dubai Business Events' Steen Jakobsen on getting back to business
We chat to Steen Jakobsen, assistant vice president at Dubai Business Events on the destination’s impressive post-Covid recovery.
DMC Showcase – An idyllic Indian Ocean incentive
Our latest DMC showcase is a dream incentive in the Maldives, created by Creative Travel. The DMC succeeded in transforming a traditional idyllic honeymoon and family destination into a world class incentive travel experience.
Accor and Ennismore to create lifestyle giant
Accor has revealed plans to join forces with Ennismore, owner of the Hoxton Hotels, to create what it claims will be the largest and fastest growing player in the lifestyle sector.
inConversation... Vodcast with Richard Bridge, CEO at Top Banana
At the inVOYAGE lab we are excited to bring you our NEW inCONVERSATION vodcast series.
Six of the best alternative company Christmas celebrations
Event agencies and DMCs have been busy coming up with alternative and virtual Christmas celebrations to help clients to engage and reward teams for their hard work.
Meet the inCROWD: Sergio García
In our latest inCROWD interview, we chat to Belmond’s director of sales, meetings & incentives for the UK and Nordic countries, Perrine Chapelain, who has attended every single inVOYAGE event since we first launched.
Incentive travel rewards remain popular despite pandemic
A new study by the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) has revealed that interest in travel experiences remains high among incentive programme participants.