Prevue Staff
Clearwater Beach Marriott Launches New Group Offer
Clearwater Beach Marriott introduces a new group offer with booking incentives for meetings and events through 2027.
GBTA Forecast: Bigger Meetings, Rising Costs
Larger meetings are returning, but rising F&B, production and labor costs are pressuring budgets, says new GBTA forecast.
American Airlines Enhances Narrowbody Fleet With New Upgrades
American Airlines is expanding premium seating and adding seatback entertainment screens across its narrowbody fleet.
JW Marriott Planned for Downtown Phoenix Office Tower
Las Vegas-based LaPour Partners plans a 340-room JW Marriott near the Phoenix Convention Center, adding rooms and meeting space.
Ritz-Carlton Chicago Adds Wellness Experience for Corporate Groups
The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago is giving planners a new way to incorporate wellness into event programs with Frequency Float, a private sound bath experience for up to 18 guests.
Industry News Roundup: This Week’s Top Stories
This week’s meetings industry roundup covers a major acquisition, new hotel and event offerings, innovative meeting spaces and a closer look at burnout among event professionals.
Brightspot Expands With Map Your Events Acquisition
Brightspot’s acquisition expands its corporate meetings capabilities while adding experienced event professionals and established client relationships.
Moscone Center Adds On-Demand Meeting Pods
Private meeting pods from ZenSpace give Moscone Center attendees a quiet space to take calls, hold meetings or just focus.
Nobu Los Cabos Makes Luxury Group Planning Simpler
Nobu Los Cabos introduces a new program bundling luxury accommodations, dining and event experiences to simplify planning.
First Conrad Hotel in Malaysia Set to Open Late 2026
Conrad Kuala Lumpur will mark the first Malaysian outpost of Conrad Hotels & Resorts when it debuts later this year.
Colombia Earthquake Disrupts Air Travel
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia Monday morning, forcing multiple airports to suspend operations as authorities assess damage.
U.S. Makes Visa Bonds Permanent for 50 Countries
The U.S. State Department has made its visa bond program permanent, requiring travelers from 50 countries to post bonds of up to $20,000 when applying for business or tourist visas.
Your Weekly Industry News Roundup
From destination developments and new group travel options to corporate travel enhancements and industry recognition, this week’s news roundup highlights the latest updates shaping the industry.
Plan on New Group Travel Incentives
Meeting planners, access new group travel incentives, including airfare savings, booking bonuses, hotel perks and destination experiences.
