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The VisitEngland Attractions Survey has reported an 11% increase nationally in the volume of total visits from 2022 to 2023 🥳 However this is still 28% below 2019 levels. Overall, the region's attractions reported an increase of over a quarter of a million visitors, with attractions averaging 7% more visitors than in 2022. Top attractions in our region who've submitted their visitor numbers for 2023 include Beamish Museum (ranked 17th nationally!), Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens and National Trust properties Cragside and Gibside. Locomotion, the National Railway Museum's site in Shildon reported a whopping 60% increase over 2022's numbers as it opens its new exhibition hall and expanded collection this year! Take a look at our analysis of the results and the figures for the region here: https://lnkd.in/gf_upz9p

Do you know the difference between "venue" and "avenue"? The difference between the two words lies in their meanings. Venue: Definition: A venue refers to a place where an event or activity takes place. It could be a physical location like a stadium, concert hall, conference center, or any designated place for a specific purpose. Example: The wedding reception was held at a beautiful venue overlooking the ocean. Avenue: Definition: An avenue typically refers to a wide street or boulevard, often lined with trees or buildings. It's a path or a main road in a city or town. Example: The boutique was located on Fifth Avenue, one of the most prestigious shopping avenues in the city. In summary, "venue" relates to a specific location for an event. While "avenue" refers to a type of street or boulevard. See you in class! Contact us for more information: 👨🏻💻 www.bli.ca 📧 info@bli.ca 📲 +1 4383936115/ +55 6183651407 #beblilingual #blicanada #learnfrench #learnenglish #estudiarenelextranjero #studyabroad #fyp

Break the mold with unique venues! Why settle for ordinary when you can create extraordinary? Choosing unique venues like historical buildings, lush outdoor spaces, or industrial warehouses can make your event unforgettable. The right backdrop sets the tone and leaves a lasting impression. Dare to be different with Matrix Events! #MatrixEvents #EventExperts #eventplanning #eventmarketing #hybridevents

Break the mold with unique venues! Why settle for ordinary when you can create extraordinary? Choosing unique venues like historical buildings, lush outdoor spaces, or industrial warehouses can make your event unforgettable. The right backdrop sets the tone and leaves a lasting impression. Dare to be different with Matrix Events! #MatrixEvents #EventExperts #eventplanning #eventmarketing #hybridevents

A thoughtful piece in The Telegraph today written by Ben Lawrence He's quite right, the model of charging visitors is not new and need not deter visits. Indeed, perhaps somewhat ironically, the visitor tax in Venice has been accompanied by an increase in day trippers, despite it being brought in as a prohibitive measure. You don't pay the tax if you stay overnight If such charges are to be introduced, my view is that there has to be a clear rationale from the outset. The writer is correct; when we helped to develop the Manchester Accommodation BID, the aim was never to restrict numbers, indeed the strategy was the reverse, we wanted to increase overnight stays. And, as Ben confirms, it's worked - hotel occupancy is up and the ABID is now investing over £2.8 million a year directly into the city He seems to hint that such a clear rationale may have been absent with the Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch model which he says is now "on hold". Perceptions seem to be that it was led by a local authority needing a "coastal tax" to fill its own budgetary gaps. That doesn't seem to have succeeded as a persuadable rationale Taking the ABID concept to its logical next stages could involve ticketed venues, restaurants, bars, cinemas, theatres and other 'paid for' experiences https://lnkd.in/dFqkM_hG

What the UK cultural institutions could do to grow the resources and take care of its heritage is to self-fund some of the initiatives in this direction with #VirtualTourism. About the “museums containing the world’s greatest treasures have a moral obligation not to charge visitors; I think that this is pie-in-the-sky nonsense.” I would say it would actually be a moral obligation… but, to talk about morals anywhere in the UK, today, seems “counterproductive” and not “trendy”. So, it might not be needed to remove all the “world’s greatest treasures” which were collected from overseas, as it seems to be an impossible mission for bureaucratic and political reasons. But, maybe some british institutions could collaborate with those countries institutions in joint-venture Virtual Tourism projects and return some of the value to both sides, this way. This could become a “good practice” and open the doors of a collaboration similar to the Europeana project. I won’t say I have seen any support outside of the very closed circles of that museums organisation as politics seems to be stamped on any such organisation all around the European Union, but it could be a starting point of inspiration… https://lnkd.in/eeaM9Xu9 #virtualtourism #digitaltransformation #uk #europeanunion #museums #heritage #culturaltourism

Distrito Leon MX is an area with 7 major event-hosting venues, but at no point during the year do simultaneous events take place, except during the state fair where much of the parking space is repurposed. Dedicating such a large portion of land to parking wastes its potential for economic development and leisure activities for the city. Retrofitting parking spaces into parks, commercial, or residential areas would be a better use of this prime central location for the city and its residents. Parking is often thought of as necessary, but in a city where 70% of the population does not drive daily, adjacent private parking lots could be used for peak events. Additionally, parking lots around the city near transit stations could accommodate attendees during large events, as the area is well-connected by two main BRT lines (Francisco Villa and Lopez Mateos), making it easier for people to travel to and from the venues.

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What is the most important factor when choosing a venue for a high-profile corporate event? ⁠ ⁠ Location, exclusivity, or amenities? ⁠ ⁠ Let us know in the comments 🍸️👇🏼 #quintillionconcierge #conciergeservices #businessconcierge #lifestyleconcierge #conciergeadelaide #luxuryconcierge #luxuryadelaide

Sihanoukville's Future: Learning from Las Vegas's Incredible Transformation 🎰🌴 I've been thinking a lot about how we can bring new life to Sihanoukville after the real estate boom ended in 2019. How can we make this city exciting again and bring back tourists? 🤔 The Chinese tried to turn Sihanoukville into another Macau, but I think we should look at Las Vegas for ideas. 🎲 When I looked at Las Vegas's past, I found some interesting similarities to Sihanoukville today. In the 1960s, Las Vegas was a town built mostly with money from organized crime groups on the East Coast. But then, real investors started putting money into building hotels, and things began to change. 💰 Back then, big stars like Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra performed in Vegas, but it was nothing like it is now. Today, amazing shows like Cirque du Soleil are a huge reason why people visit. 🎪 This made me think: what if we could get Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group to come to Sihanoukville? It's a big dream, but it's worth thinking about. 💭 If Sihanoukville could partner with a famous brand like Cirque du Soleil, it would create a lot of excitement and bring in high-quality resorts, restaurants, and entertainment to a city that doesn't have much to do right now. 🌟 This change could help Sihanoukville attract a new kind of tourist – people who are willing to pay more for unique, top-notch experiences. 💸 I want to know what you think about this idea. Share your thoughts in the comments, and let's talk about what Sihanoukville could be in the future. 📝 #SihanoukvilleRevival #AsianLasVegas #EntertainmentDestination #TourismTransformation #InnovativeThinking