To mark the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, visitors from all over the world gathered in Normandy to commemorate the largest military operation in modern history. With the numerous official ceremonies, historical exhibitions and re-enactments, Normandy was in the spotlight throughout an intense week, particularly from 5 to 7 June, when the moving images of the tributes paid to the soldiers and veterans by many heads of state were relayed around the world.
TravelPulse Podcast: Events in the Travel Industry
04.06.2024 - 16:27 / travelpulse.com / Eric Bowman
Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast!
This week I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the State Department's recent worldwide travel warning, projections for Memorial Day weekend, and much more.
Later, I welcome two guests: Alicia Evanko-Lewis, Executive Vice President of Events at Northstar Travel Group, and Christen Perry, owner of Classic Travel Connection.
Together we discuss the events space in the travel industry. Evanko-Lewis provides insights into how the events space is doing in travel and the toughest part about putting on an event. Perry shares her thoughts on why it's so vital for travel advisors to attend events, as well as her best tips and practices.
The events in travel discussion begins after the 10-minute mark.
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