Millennials defining work, life and travel on their own terms
It is no secret that Millennials are quickly transforming the workforce with their hyphenated working style. Co-working, digital-nomadism, remote-working, location-independent are just a few of the compounded labels we now associate with a diverse and expanding...
Meet Brandie Wright, Phocuswright Research Analyst and speaker at WYSTC 2017
WYSE Travel Confederation is pleased to have Phocuswright Research Analyst Brandie Wright speaking at this year’s World Youth and Student Travel Conference (WYSTC) in Montreal, Canada. Phocuswright is a well-known and respected travel research firm delivering insights...
A life changing experience from WYSTC
Life-defining moments are always unforgettable. For Vanja Dokic, a third-year hospitality and tourism student, that pivotal moment happened almost a year ago. The decision to volunteer at the annual World Youth Student Travel Conference (WYSTC) last year in...
When unique is the new cool and AI does your make up
Ypulse assists companies with strategic, research-based services to provide a 360-degree view Millennial and Gen Z lifestyles in the US. As experts on the consumer trends of these generations, WYSE Travel Confederation spoke with MaryLeigh Bliss, Chief Content Officer...
Great Guest Experiences Begin with Data
David Turnbull, COO and Founder of SnapShot GmbH, views his company as a disruptive force in hospitality, busy changing the mindset of how to acquire new business and retain existing. One of the big goals of his Berlin-based IT startup is for hospitality businesses to...
When culture, comedy and cars collide: Meet Shelina Merani, WYSTC 2017 keynote speaker
Shelina Merani’s exploration of culture, countries, and comedy really began when she was just four years old. That’s when her family moved from Kenya to Calgary, Canada. Shelina describes her family life as a very strict, immigrant household. Although her upbringing...
Montréal named top student city
Montréal has been selected as the best student city in the world. The city climbed six spots in the QS annual ranking of Best Student Cities. This year QS examined 100 cities, up from 75 cities in 2016. The organisation said Montréal performed well across the six...
Montréal named a top city for international conventions
Montréal has recently been named the number one destination in North America for hosting international conventions. Montréal finished ahead of other major destinations — such as Toronto, New York and Chicago — with 76 events held at Palais des congrès de...
WYSTC 2016 a success in Belgrade, Serbia
With over 500 youth, student and educational travel industry delegates from around the world convening at the Sava Centar and Crowne Plaza in Belgrade, Serbia last week to trade, network and exchange insights, the 25th edition of the World Youth and Student Travel...
2016 Global Youth Travel Awards winners
The winners of the Global Youth Travel Awards 2016 – in partnership with Destination Canada and International Experience Canada – were announced on 23 September during the concluding event of the 2016 World Youth and Student Travel Conference (WYSTC) in Belgrade....
WYSTC Delegates support refugees in Belgrade with volunteer project
Each year WYSE arranges for delegate volunteers to spend some of their time in the local community making a contribution to improve the lives of those less fortunate. This year the Refugee Aid Miksalište Centre in central Belgrade was the recipient of this support....
Newly appointed US Dept. of State’s deputy assistant secretary attends WYSTC 2016
WYSE Travel Confederation is delighted to announce that U.S. Department of State’s Deputy Assistant Secretary Keri Lowry will be attending WYSTC in Belgrade, Serbia 20-23 September, 2016. Keri Lowry is the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Private Sector Exchanges, where...
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