Lydia Gregory
Melia Lisboa Oriente: Bridging Business and Leisure in Lisbon
When it comes to bleisure in the big city, the modern Melia Lisboa Oriente offers meeting planners a spot right in the heart of the action.
Ecuador’s “Violeta Tourism” Initiative Empowers Women in Travel
Ecuador's new Violeta Tourism Project aims to reshape the tourism landscape by prioritizing women's roles in the industry.
Beachside Business
Here’s an update on MICE happenings in the Caribbean.
AVA Resort Cancun: All-Inclusive Luxury Resort Debuts in Cancun
The newly opened AVA Resort Cancun, operated by AIC Hotel Group, has 1,600 ocean-facing rooms ready to welcome your clients.
Windstar’s New Star Seeker to Sail Alaska & Japan in ’26
Windstar Cruises has announced that its new ship, Star Seeker, will cruise to Alaska and Japan in 2026, a first to the regions since 2023.
Las Vegas: The City of Entertainment Keeps Cashing in the Chips
Las Vegas offers hot venues for out-of-the-box events and a new ultra-luxe option, plus a classic is in the midst of a massive makeover.
JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa—Desert Meetings
The AAA Four-Diamond JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa lives up to its name as one of Tucson’s premier destination resorts.
First-hand Review: The Hotel del Coronado
Coronado’s crown jewel takes the bizcation to new heights.
Captiva’s South Seas Reopens
Captiva Island is celebrating the re-opening of the iconic, 330-acre South Seas resort complex post Hurricane Ian.
All-Inclusive Impressions by Secrets Debuts
The Inclusive Collection's debut of the all-inclusive Impressions by Secrets brand opened earlier this month in Isla Mujeres, Mexico.
What Is Southwest Airlines Doing to Fix Its Problems?
Southwest Airlines has been hard at work putting measures in place to prevent another disaster of this kind, as outlined by CEO Bob Jordan in a recent email.