Andrea Doyle
Vegas Can Host Larger Gatherings
Gatherings of up to 250 can now be held in Las Vegas with bigger crowds allowed if spread out in venues that can properly accommodate them.
California Fires Rage
Wildfires continue to burn in California, forcing residents to evacuate their homes and damaging restaurants and wineries, many that are popular for incentive groups.
Sniffing Out COVID-19
Will dogs help jumpstart meetings and other events? It's a possibility. Several coronavirus-sniffing canines are being employed at Helsinki Airport in Finland to help detect the virus.
Is It Safe to Travel Yet?
When exactly will we be able to travel again? Here is some insight that may help.
Lufthansa Focuses on Safe Travel
Lufthansa is focused on testing aimed to ease travel, build trust and open markets.
100 Safe Destinations
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced that in just three short months, 100 destinations are now using its ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, with the Philippines becoming its official 100th safe destination.
COVID Vaccines Being Rolled Out
The U.S. government has reported that it will make COVID-19 vaccines available for free to all Americans, a key to opening up the meetings industry.
Coastal Meetings Popular in COVID World
As groups look for open spaces for their gatherings, coastal meetings are coming on strong as a viable option.
COVID-19 Entry Strategy Adjusted
The United States government has stopped limiting international arrivals from certain countries to 15 airports and is funneling them through enhanced screening as it adjusts its COVID-19 entry strategy.
Culture & Creativity in a COVID-19 World
Even in unusual times, like a global pandemic, it's important to not let creativity fall by the wayside.
COVID-19 and Promo Products
Today’s promo products are being created with the health and well-being of the recipient in mind.
Let’s Go There Campaign
Meetings will not be held before attendees feel safe to travel and that is what the U.S. Travel Association’s Let’s Go There campaign is aimed at.
PlanetIMEX Set to Impress
PlanetIMEX returns October 12-16, promising meeting and events industry professionals an enhanced program and seamless virtual user experience with a full week of creative and educational content delivered by memorable and inspiring speakers.
Airlines Drop Change Fees
First United Airlines announced it was eliminating domestic change fees then Delta Air Lines and American Airlines followed suit.
