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UK Hospitality Sector To Enjoy £78.4 Million Boost From Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Photo by Ronald Woan licenced under CC BY 4.0 via Flickr (https://buff.ly/4ecEbrt) Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is forecast to give the UK hospitality sector a generous £78.4 million boost. The Eras Tour Spending Report by discount site, VoucherCodes.co.uk, reveals Swifties are expected to spend £52.7 million on drinks either before or during the concerts. Another £25.7 million will be spent on food and other snacks as fans fuel up for the big event. Breaking these figures down, this means each fan is set to spend £73.09 on average on food and drink either before or during their show. That’s £44.45 on drink and £28.24 on food. With London hosting eight tour dates, hospitality venues in the capital are set for the biggest sales boost at £55.7 million. Following behind is Edinburgh which can expect sales of £11.5 million, and Liverpool at £7.4 million. Hosting just one tour date, Cardiff will see the smallest bump in hospitality sales at £4 million, but that’s still a pretty healthy amount. Whilst hospitality businesses inside the stadiums themselves will see the bulk of sales, other businesses in the tour cities will also benefit with fans set to purchase £15.9 million worth of food and £21 million of drinks outside the venues. This accounts for 61.8% and 38.9% of all food and drink sales respectively. On the other hand, £31.7 million of drinks (60.2%) and £9.8 million of food (38.2%) will be bought by hungry fans inside the venues. With almost six million drinks forecast to be purchased over the tour and each Swiftie ordering an average of five beverages each, hospitality venues are in for a lucrative night when Taylor Swift comes to town. Michael Brandy, Senior Commercial Director at VoucherCodes.co.uk, comments: “As Taylor-mania sweeps the UK, hospitality venues can expect a healthy boost in sales over the concert dates. “It’s almost as if The Eras Tour is Taylor-made for businesses, drawing fans to the host cities and enticing them to spend. Cashing in on the craze, Liverpool’s been renamed ‘Taylor Town’ in Swift’s honour keeping locals entertained and encouraging them to get out and about, visiting cafes, bars and restaurants. Savvy hospitality businesses should hop on the hype while it lasts, keeping fans fuelled and ready to dance the night away. Read More:

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The 51st CMA Fest is next week! The festival saw record-breaking numbers from its 50th annual gathering last year, with a 12% growth and approximately 90,000 recorded attendees per day. The economic impact of CMA festival is even more staggering... CMA Fest continues as Nashville's largest annual tourism event and produces the highest level of direct spending of any annual tourism event held in Nashville. Estimated Director Visitor Spend was $74.7 million dollars last year. So how are you capitalizing? We are helping several of our Nashville clients with special CMA-related activations in their venues - think private listening parties, exclusive after parties, "kountry karaoke" and more... Why? Because it helps grasp a piece of that 75 million dollars in spending, and ultimately increases awareness for your hospitality brand(s) to an audience of 90,000 people.

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The Importance of Planning Your Super Bowl Trip to Las Vegas: Maximizing Your Experience on Sunday, February 11, 2024 Do you know any NFL football fans traveling to Las Vegas or living in Las Vegas, Nevada? Are they or you planning on attending the Super Bowl LVIII game or a private fee-based Super Bowl party in Las Vegas? In this blog post, I provide three article links to the best Super Bowl parties you can attend in Las Vegas. Planning your trip to the Super Bowl or attending a Super Bowl party at a casino, a sportsbook, hotel, bar, or restaurant is essential for several reasons: Reason 1 / Ticket Availability: The Super Bowl is one of the world’s most-watched and highly anticipated sporting events. Tickets to the game or tickets to a private party are in high demand and often sell out quickly. Reason 2 / Travel Arrangements: The Super Bowl is being held in Las Vegas, Nevada, and traveling to Las Vegas does require careful planning. Booking flights, accommodations, and transportation well in advance ensures you have options at reasonable prices. Reason 3 / Event Schedule: The Super Bowl is not just a game; it's a week-long spectacle with various activities, parties, and events leading up to the main event. Planning your trip allows you to explore these additional experiences, such as fan festivals, concerts, and celebrity appearances. Knowing the schedule lets you maximize your time and enjoy the entire Super Bowl experience. Reason 4 / Surrounding Attractions: Las Vegas will offer other attractions and landmarks worth exploring. Planning allows you to research and make arrangements for visiting popular tourist spots, parties, restaurants, spa services, shopping, or any other attractions that interest you or your spouse. Reason 5 / Budgeting: Attending the Super Bowl can be a significant financial commitment. By planning, you can estimate the costs of tickets, travel, Uber, accommodations, meals, betting on the game, and any additional activities. Reason 6 / Avoiding Disappointment: The Super Bowl is a highly sought-after event, and if you wait until the last minute to plan, you may encounter difficulties or disappointments. Ticket prices may soar, preferred accommodations may be fully booked, or flights may be sold out. Planning reduces the risk of missing out on the opportunity to attend or enjoy the event to its fullest. +++ Click These Links to See What Super Bowl Watch Parties Are Offered in Las Vegas. +++ https://lnkd.in/gV7pESKQ +++ https://lnkd.in/gsri8wt3 +++ https://lnkd.in/gnXpSDtC +++ https://lnkd.in/gRTpbfje +++ #superbowl2024,#watchpartysuperbowl,#lasvegassuperbowl,#visitlasvegas,#ilovelasvegas,#nfl,#rubencoronacontent

🌟 Exciting News Alert! Prague Named Europe's Best Party Destination in New Nightlife Index 🎉 According to a recent study by UK-based online sports betting community OLBG, Prague has clinched the title of the continent's top destination for nightlife! 🥳🍻 Taking into account factors like beer costs, bars and nightclubs per capita, city safety, and more, Prague emerged victorious with a stellar nightlife score of 8.44 out of 10. 🏆🌃 Despite recent inflation, Prague continues to offer a vibrant nightlife scene at affordable prices, making it a favorite among party-goers. 🍹💃 While the city has been striving to shed its image as solely an "alco-tourism" destination, its undeniable charm and lively atmosphere still draw crowds from near and far. 🌟✨ But with this newfound recognition comes the question: Is being Europe's top party destination a positive trend for Prague's future? Share your thoughts! 🤔💬 #Prague #Nightlife #PartyDestination #Europe #Travel #ExplorePrague #CityLife #NightlifeIndex

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The Swift Effect: How Local Events Boost Hospitality Revenue 📈 Anticipating local events and their impact on the hospitality sector is crucial for making the most out of your short-term rental. Failing to do so could mean leaving significant revenue on the table. Case in point: Taylor Swift's recent concerts in Edinburgh and Dublin.
 Edinburgh (3 concerts): * This year: 92% occupancy, £446 ADR * Last year (same weekend): 85% occupancy, £190 ADR
 Dublin (3 concerts): * This year: 83% occupancy, €360 ADR * Last year (comparable weekend): 44% occupancy, €248 ADR
 The numbers don't lie - significant jumps in both occupancy and daily average rates.
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Reflecting on recent statistics, it's come to my attention that balloon festivals in the U.S. continue to draw large crowds, further fuelling their growth year after year. A staggering figure of millions of visitors not just simply enjoy these festivities from the ground, but actively engage in volunteerism as part of the balloon crews. As someone who closely monitors trends in community interactions, this sparks a few insightful thoughts: • The impressive dedication of the balloon enthusiasts who take their passion to new heights by directly participating in event operations, highlighted an underrated conduit for passion-to-engagement conversion in the tourism sector. • The allure of becoming part of something truly magical, allows bystanders to evolve into active contributors == further propelling the popularity of such events. Let's not discount that the spectacle of hundreds of balloons filling the skies is nothing short of mesmerizing. The growing trend of such large-scale participation in these events leads to predictions for the industry: • The ballooning fraternity will continue to grow, pulling in even more visitors from around the globe er marking unprecedented chapters in the history of these festivals. • Innovative participatory programs will likely be introduced by the organizers, to keep the adrenaline rush sustained among patrons and bolster event venues across the country. As we continue to embrace community-driven tourism activities, it becomes clear that the gravitational pull towards shared experiences that both captivate and involve the visitor, strengthens. This shift from passive observer to involved participant gets more people invested - emotionally and physically - translating into remarkable gains for sectors that harness it. And as more people flock to contribute their time and energy into volunteering for their passions, it paints a bright panorama for interactive festivals such as these. Challenging our traditional notions of tourism and narrative, the sky is truly the limit! This proves yet again, that when recognized and harnessed correctly, the enthralling passion of the fans indeed transforms into the wind beneath the industry's wings! #BalloonFestivals #TourismTrends