The numbers are in, and it’s clear that The Great Resignation is not exclusive to just employees, with a wave of executives also leaving the workforce, or strongly considering it. Data from a Deloitte study found that about 70% of the C-suite are legitimately considering quitting their job for a position that better supports their mental and physical well-being. In fact, 81% of the C-suite claim that improving their well-being is more important than advancing their career.

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Dubai is a city burgeoning with imagination, constantly pushing the limits of what we consider possible. With boundless resources and immense wealth, Dubai is a futuristic ‘Alpha+’ city as ranked by the GaWC.

Dubai’s stop-at-nothing attitude can be seen across an array of previously unimaginable projects it’s currently bringing to life—including a supersonic Hyperloop system, climate controlled micro-cities encased in domes, and robo-everything: from soldiers to robotic chefs.

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Bleisure: a beautiful balance of business and leisure, and the latest reason executives are packing extra for their business trips. A trend that’s gained momentum in the last few years, especially in a post-COVID world, corporate travelers are taking advantage of their destinations in the best ways possible.

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Bottomless mojitos in hand, freshly baked Cuban pastries on deck, and over 300 days a year of balmy sunshine — welcome to Miami. 

The 305 has long been a hub where people unite to create something fresh and exciting — and that spirit breathes fire today in Miami’s art-deco hotels, swanky rooftops, and exquisite dining. The creative flame is palpable, radiating, and pushing boundaries with its culinary concoctions and luxurious ventures.

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Maintaining its star-studded reputation globally, the birthplace of film and media is more than just flashing cameras, extravagant sets, and movie directors shouting “action.” Los Angeles is a creator's nirvana, a haven for architecture, and a foodie’s paradise that keeps them coming back for more.

The pandemic did a number on the entertainment industry, canceling some of the largest festivals and most sought-after events in the world. Artists had to halt their tours, sporting events were either canceled or audience-free, and internationally-renowned festivals were paused without a glimmer of hope of rescheduling.

Today there’s a much brighter prognosis for the future, and most restrictions have been lifted—so fans are hitting the stands again. The summer is, once again, teeming with live events, leaving the globe to revel in the entertainment they’ve missed out on for two years. Almost all sporting stadiums and arenas have gotten the green light to operate at total capacity — and just like that, we’re back to our regular schedule.

As one of the world's most futuristic and ever-growing metropolises, the United Arab Emirates is thriving and expanding in ways the world has never seen. As a result, millions of people head to Dubai yearly for luxury shopping, real estate opportunities, and world-class experiences.

In 2022, the city exceeded London in global corporate travel, producing one of the most robust travel recoveries after borders opened up again. Whether due to the high vaccination rate, endless sunny skies, or the epicenter of ‘bleisure,’ business trips make up almost one-third of Dubai’s total annual bookings.

Organizations tend to focus their efforts and budget on acquiring new members; however, retaining existing members—and keeping them satisfied—is equally important. Some data points even suggest that it costs an average of five to twenty-five times more to gain a new member than to retain one year to year!

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Welcoming millions of travelers every year, the City of Light is one of the most frequented destinations around the globe for both business and leisure. The Paris Motor Show and Le Bourget Air Show are among the most visited business shows in the world.

Home to the highest concentration of headquarters for Europe’s largest companies, it’s no surprise corporate travel to Paris remains in high demand. With the world’s fourth-largest metropolitan economy and the highest GDP in Europe, Paris is more than accustomed to successful operations.

As an executive, maintaining your mental and physical health is critical, and often goes overlooked. When you add the demands of business travel during an unpredictable pandemic to the mix, focusing on your health becomes even more challenging.