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Munich's Tourism and Hospitality Thrive with €1.5 Billion Boost from Oktoberfest in Just 2.5 Weeks! #Oktoberfest is a cultural icon and a critical economic force for #Munich. In 2023, it attracted 7.2 million visitors, generating over €1.5 billion in revenue for the city. The demand for hotels surged, with most accommodations fully booked well in advance. The cost of a hotel room tripled, further driving up hospitality revenues. Local businesses also thrived, with beer consumption reaching 6.5 million liters, contributing significantly to the €400 million generated from beverage sales alone. At the same time, services like transportation and retail experienced a significant boost due to the high number of international visitors from countries like the USA, Canada, Australia, France, and Italy. The influx of visitors stimulates multiple sectors, making it a crucial event for the city’s cultural identity and #financial health. #economy #sales #growth #tips #socialselling #tourism #munichexperience

As Paris gears up for the Olympics, the city is set to experience a surge in prices, especially in the hotel industry. The accommodation costs are expected to rise by 20%. Even the famous Louvre, a world-famous museum, will increase the ticket prices from €17 to €22. But the rise in prices is not limited to hotels and museums but extends to guided tours, dining and other experiences. Visitors should keep in mind the upcoming costs and plan their trips accordingly. We will keep you updated with more interesting insights from Europe. To know more: 🌐 www.europeincoming.com 📞 (+44) 208 9945001 ✉️ [email protected] #travel #Europe #studenttravel #travelingindustry #B2B #travelagent #europetravel #europetrip #europeantravel #sustainabletravel #touristlife #tourmanager #tourism #europetour

How to exhibit sustainably (Top Tip Tuesday: IMEX Edition) Research lower emission travel options. We decided to take the train from London to Frankfurt, which took 5.5 hours. We took the Eurostar from St Pancras station without loads of queuing or luggage restrictions at the airport. When we arrived in Brussels, we had a slight delay, but we made the most of it and had a few drinks in the sun while we waited. Then, we were on the last stretch, and it was nice to travel through the countryside on the way to Frankfurt. Take your exhibition stand with you. Yes, it’s a few extra bags to carry, but it wasn’t that difficult without any luggage restrictions. The trains in Europe are spacious, making it easy to load the bags onto the train. Remember to pack it up and take it back with you so you can reuse it at the next event you go to. Throughout the event, to get around the city, why not opt for e-scooters, bikes, or trains rather than taxis, if that’s an option for you? We decided to use e-scooters from our hotel to the venue on the first two days when we didn’t have our bags. Research local suppliers if you’re hosting on-stand events. They can help you deliver a more sustainable option. We hosted a ‘Zero Waste, Maximum Taste Happy Hour,’ where we teamed up with a local beer company offering zero-waste alcoholic and non-alcoholic beer. Using TRACE by isla to plug in the data, we compared the emissions of flying vs going by train for 3 members of staff. You can see the difference in the comments. And that’s how we exhibited sustainably at IMEX Frankfurt. We’d love to hear how you’ve exhibited at events. #sustainabletravel #eventsustainability #eventprofs #IMEX #IMEXFrankfurt Roger Lehner Anna Abdelnoor Tom Brown Femke Millership

"Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success." – Henry Ford The Visegrad Four (V4) countries, in collaboration with the European Travel Commission, have launched the "#CreativeCitiesOfCentralEurope" campaign, targeting American tourists. Running from August to October 2024, this initiative showcases the modern and creative aspects of Central European cities, offering US travelers authentic experiences beyond typical tourist spots. In 2023, nearly 1.3 million Americans visited Central Europe, with the Czech Republic welcoming almost half a million of them. This campaign aims to strengthen these connections and attract even more visitors seeking vibrant culture and contemporary attractions. "Our goal is to show American tourists that Central Europe is not only safe and rich in traditions but also full of vibrant culture, concerts, art, modern architecture, and gastronomy. In other words, it’s a place where you can experience an authentic local atmosphere and continuously discover new, interesting, and contemporary attractions. It is an attractive tourist destination," says Frantisek Reismüller, CEO at CzechTourism   Source: https://lnkd.in/eJQnBpW9

I scheduled this post for this morning and Linkedin lost it 😡 I keep having issues with scheduled posts!! But that's a story for another day (and post). Will and I are at the Land Leisure & Tourism Show in the Birmingham NEC today. We are talking about all things websites, performance marketing and how to increase bookings and revenue with the attendees!! I also spoke on the "25 Must-Haves For Leisure and Tourism Websites In 2025" (I will speak about this in tomorrow's post!). #event #digitalmarketing

We've identified the top incentive travel destinations for 2024, and they are as awesome as your top performers! ✨Paris, France - Gearing up to host the 2024 Olympics, this iconic city offers a chance to experience the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées, and savour exquisite French cuisine. ✨Lisbon, Portugal - An emerging gem with charming cobblestone streets, historic architecture like the Belém Tower, and a coastal vibe perfect for team bonding over a river cruise. ✨Budapest, Hungary & Prague, Czech Republic - These regal cities blend Old World grandeur (like the stunning Parliament Building and Prague Castle) with modern flair, inspiring teams to embrace wisdom and youthful energy. Let our top performers treat yours to an extraordinary European incentive experience. We'll put our smart strategies to work to plan a budget-friendly escape for your winning teams.  #TopPerformers #EmployeeRecognition #IncentiveTravel #BudgetFriendly #SmartStrategies #WinningTeams

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Hotel prices in Paris for the Olympics are down 41% since last fall, indicating the event hasn't boosted tourism as hoped. Similarweb Digital Data shows a year-over-year decline in Paris lodging bookings from the top 10 countries, except for the US. This suggests that Paris, ranked 5th globally in international arrivals by Euromonitor International, doesn't rely on the Olympics. Visitors primarily come for the sights, culture, ambiance, and food, while the event's heavy security, initial high prices, and excitement might detract from these attractions. Interestingly, countries like Serbia and Croatia, with less usual influence on Paris travel, saw a spike in bookings, likely due to popular athletes taking part in the games. Warm up for the opening ceremony with the full report: https://bit.ly/3WB2oka

Winning Combination: How #LasVegas merged #Sports and #Tourism on #XPOTRAVEL: #Travel #OnlineTravel #SportsTourism: https://lnkd.in/eATM86CS

When we say tourism what do you think of? Think of all the reasons that people may travel to a new destination whether it's for business or for fun. Other industries that may have a role in tourism most obviously include hospitality and tourist attractions, but what about the other points of interest our visitors come in contact with along the way? Here are just a few of the different types of businesses in our community that are stakeholders in tourism: Restaurants, locally owned and operated boutiques, shopping centers, guides and outfitters, annual festivals, and sports competitions. Let us know in the comments how your business or industry relates to visitors in Casper! #VisitCasper #tourismindustry