Europe

Break Out the Turtlenecks—Dracula Land is Coming!

Dracula Land, a massive theme park celebrating Romania's vampire heritage, is slated to open near Bucharest in 2027/28.

Madrid: ‘We Need More Than Meetings’

Meetings are a major part of Madrid's tourism market, but the MCB also encourages planners to plan for social impact and sustainability.

Finding the Right C-Suite Retreat Property

There is no shortage of great properties for C-suite retreats, but the trick is to match the property to the retreat’s goals.
Rauhalinna Finland

Rauhalinna in Finland Offers Luxury Incentive Escape

Rauhalinna is a 100-year old historic villa located in Finland that has undergone an extensive renovation to restore its original glory.
Fort St Angelo, Malta

VisitMalta Launches New MICE Website

VisitMalta Incentives & Meetings (VMIM) has launched a new website for international planners looking to organize MICE events in Malta.
Europe

Americans to Face Hefty Fees When Traveling to Europe Next Year

A planned entry fee for visitors traveling to Europe has been bumped up to approximately $24 even before implementation has begun.

End of an Era? The EU Reinstates Border Control

The EU has confirmed that its Entry-Exit System (EES) for travel through Europe will start this fall.

New Treehouse Hotel Opens; Brand Locations Climb to 3

A new Treehouse Hotel has opened in Manchester, UK, with whimsical decor accommodating up to 400 for meetings and events.

GSTC Participates in Destination Europe Summit

Collaboration will help build a greener future for European tourism, noted the recent Destination Europe Summit 2025, attended by the GSTC.

Transcend Cruises Hits Milestone for First Group Charter Vessel

Transcend Cruises, the charter-only river cruise line, hit a significant milestone with the construction of its inaugural vessel.

Hospitality. The Final Frontier.

Hilton and Voyager Space will bring unparalleled comfort to crew habitation spaces aboard their Starlab space station.

Six Senses Crans-Montana in the Swiss Alps for Events Abroad

For overseas meetings, Six Senses Crans-Montana offers a seamless blend of work and leisure, making it an ideal choice for planners.

Unplug and Reconnect: Up Norway Redefines Corporate Work Retreats

Up Norway, a sustainable luxury travel curator, is transforming the concept of team-building retreats with bespoke experiences.

All Aboard! Rail Europe’s New Group Offer

Rail Europe launches a smooth booking process with personalized services and options to enhance group travel experiences across Europe.