The “Year of Literary Heroes” is Underway in Britain (and What This Means for...
The “Year of Literary Heroes” is underway in Britain in recognition of the country's most treasured writers.
3 Great Ideas from the Top Summer Festivals
Summer festival organizers know how to build a passionately loyal following. Here are some ideas from three top events.
Spain’s Camino de Santiago Inspires Meaning & Magic Among Groups
The eight main pilgrimage routes of Camino de Santiago cut across the country like arteries, pumping seekers into the UNESCO World Heritage city of Santiago de Compostela and its cathedral where the remains of St. James the apostle are purportedly held.
5 Major Developments Rocco Forte Hotels Highlighted at IMEX
Making its way into the Asian market, Rocco Forte Hotels also has plans to open a property in Shanghai next year.
Wanna Rent an Island for Your Event? You Can in Sweden
Sweden’s archipelagos are so diverse and plentiful that you can actually rent an island for your event, and many planners do.
3 Nobu Hotels Add to the Brand’s Rise in the Luxury Hotel Market
In addition to opening its first European hotel (Nobu Hotel Shoreditch) in London this June, Nobu plans to open another European property in Ibiza, Spain on June 30.
5 Boutique Hotels to Have on Your Radar This Year
The 159-room Hotel VIA—in true tech-town style—will be designed with all the latest technologies.
Attendee Security Top of Mind for Planners
"We're looking to find more incentive destinations within the U.S. and Canada, so we can rotate every other year with international destinations."
GBTA Poll Shows Travel Ban Will Affect U.S. Meetings
Not only do travel professionals see the ban affecting tourism to the U.S., but also having the potential to affect American travelers abroad.
4 Active Retreats for Wellness-Focused Groups
Attendees will especially enjoy the spider monkeys climbing around the property.
At Ireland’s Winterfell Castle, Winter Is Always Coming
The hills of Downpatrick in Northern Ireland hold the most famous Game of Thrones castle.
RockStar Hotels Highlights Europe’s Hidden-Gem Hotels
While Armani Hotel Milano is famous in the contemporary fashion world, the collection also features historic properties such as Hotel Alfonso XIII.
Rocco Forte’s Verdura Resort Showcases the Cuisine of Sicily
A popular option is mastering the art of paper mache sculpting at Sciacca’s Carnival Museum, or attendees can learn how Sicilian carnival floats are made and create their own carnival masks and other items.
4 Event Venues From Your Favorite Films
In the Covent Garden section of London is Rules restaurant, the oldest in the city and the site of a famous scene from the 2015 James Bond film Spectre.













