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On the Road to GMID With MPI

With Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) coming April 3rd, MPI is hosting sessions featuring meeting experts from around the world.

International Travel to U.S. Declining?

Arrival numbers are in on visitors from Canada to the U.S. and they have dropped considerably. Will other international arrivals follow suit?

Women Who Made U.S. History

During Women's History Month, US attractions and landmarks are places to learn more about how women shaped this country.

Spain Joins Other Nations in Raising Tourist Taxes

Spain has announced an increase in tourist taxes, levying more for entry to the Balearic Islands, including Ibiza and Mallorca.

SeaWorld Orlando Unveils New Arctic Adventure for Spring

SeaWorld Orlando is unveiling Expedition Odyssey this spring, a voyage to the Arctic featuring groundbreaking ride technology.

Meet the Women Who Shaped San Francisco

Since the Gold Rush of '49, San Francisco has been the place where people to go to make it big, and exceptional women are no exception.

Young at Heart: Disneyland Turns 70

Disneyland turns the big 7-0 this year, with celebrations galore throughout the parks, plus savings on tickets and at the hotels.

Houston Convention District: Transformation on Tap

Houston First has unveiled a master plan to create a walkable convention and entertainment district connecting the city's East End to downtown.

1 Hotel Melbourne to Open ‘Down Under’ in May

The 1 Hotel Melbourne, the brand’s first Australian venture, will open this May on the Yarra River, steps from the MCEC.

US Tariffs Set to Shake Up Travel

Recent U.S. tariffs have the potential to disrupt travel with rising airfares, fewer flights and unexpected costs—impacting travelers across the board.

Supporting Women in the Travel Industry

Trip.com Group has partnered with UK-based Women in Travel CIC to reaffirm its commitment to women in the tourism industry.

What Women’s Day Means to These Planners

With International Women's Day on the horizon, three members of Prevue's Advisory Board share what inspires them as women in the industry.

Boston Marches Into Women’s History Month

Women's history is woven into Boston history. Disover it this month on trail walks, in galleries, museums and women-owned restaurants.

Sandra Serrant: Companies Should Stick to DEI Goals

The Chair of MPI's Black Meeting Professionals Community urges the retention of DEI goals while events keep diversity in mind when hiring vendors.