Prevue Staff
Winter Storm Fern Still Wreaking Havoc on Travel
For many states affected by Winter Storm Fern, the worst of the weather is over, but travel headaches will linger through at least Tuesday.
Raising Arizona: New Tourism Director + New Hotels
Arizona's travel industry got a boost with the naming of a new state tourism director and the debut of new hotels.
Quick Hits: Industry News You Can’t Miss
Winter Storm Fern hits the U.S., Spirit Airlines explores a potential sale and passenger weight loss could cut airline fuel costs in this week’s industry news roundup.
Where Groups Are Heading Next: New & Refreshed Meeting Spaces
New and known hotels are giving planners and groups more than square footage, emphasizing adaptable design and seamless indoor‑outdoor flow.
Spirit Airlines May Have a Potential Buyer
News reports indicate that Spirit Airlines is in discussions with investment firm Castlelake regarding a potential purchase.
Sphere Rolls Into National Harbor, Maryland
Sphere Entertainment Co. plans to build a new, smaller‑scale Sphere venue at National Harbor, marking the second U.S. Sphere after Las Vegas.
Is Individual Weight Loss a Gain for Airlines?
With public enthusiasm for GLP-1 growing and waistlines shrinking, airlines are pondering what a lighter load means for saving fuel.
[UPDATED] Spain’s Worst Train Disaster in a Decade Sparks Safety Concerns
A high-speed train derailed and collided with an oncoming one on Sunday night in Spain; multiple fatalities and injuries reported.
Gifting in 2026: The IRF Wraps Up New Study
Planners identify trends and budget challenges in IRF's 'Industry Outlook for 2026: Merchandise, Gift Cards and Event Gifting'
Industry News Highlights: Your Fast News Fix
Austin's big plans, Allegiant's merger with Sun Country, new F&B trends and what planners can learn from the Grateful Dead—here are the top industry headlines you won’t want to miss.
SITE Names Cvent its Official Event Technology Partner
SITE has named Cvent, an industry-leading event tech provider, as its official partner for all global events.
voco Sandpiper Becomes IHG’s First U.S. All‑Inclusive
IHG enters the U.S. all‑inclusive market with voco Sandpiper in Port St. Lucie, offering fresh venues for meetings and events.
Austin’s Capital Improvements to Elevate Meetings
Austin execs share major updates about the city's infrastructure, hospitality growth and a new brand identity.
Allegiant, Sun Country to Merge
Allegiant Air and Sun Country Airlines will merge later this year creating a more competitive brand under the Allegiant flag.







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