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West Virginia’s Railyard Event Center to Expand Meetings Market

Opening in 2026, Elkins, the Railyard Event Center will bring modern meeting and event space to West Virginia.

New 650-Room Convention Hotel Set to Transform Tulsa’s Meetings Landscape

Tulsa unveils plans for a 650-room convention hotel linked to the Arvest Convention Center, boosting its appeal as a meetings destination.

TSA Ends ‘Shoes-Off’ Policy in Major Airport Security Shift

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced a nationwide policy change allowing travelers to keep their shoes on during screenings.

Cannes Bans Port Calls by Large Cruise Ships

Cannes, famous for its annual film festival, wants to see cruise ship port calls become less numerous, less big and less polluting.

The Battle for Seattle

Alaska Airlines and Delta have both just announced new service to Europe from Seattle with service for both due next May.

JetBlue Calls it Quits in Miami

JetBlue is halting operations at Miami International Airport starting Sept. 3, as part of its strategy to eliminate less profitable routes.
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Do Babies Belong at Meetings?

Tech startup founder stirs up a firestorm after posting about being denied entry to London Tech Week for bringing her baby along.
Elevated butter boards are one of the culinary trends for 2025.

Culinary Trends 2025: Caviar, Butter and Multi-Sensory Dining

A new culinary trends report from Elite Catering + Event Professionals predicts multi-sensory dining and elevated comfort food at meetings and events.
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Making Meetings Safer for LGBTQ+ Attendees, Part 2

Communications are a key aspect of making meetings feel more inclusive and welcoming for LGBTQ+ attendees.
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Making Meetings Safer for LGBTQ+ Attendees, Part 1

Making meetings safer for LGBTQ+ attendees has become more difficult in today’s increasingly hostile environment. It begins with choosing the right destination and venue.

New Program To Promote LGBTQ+ Travel Safety

Travel Guard, a provider of travel insurance and assistance services, has launched a new initiative designed to support LGBTQ+ travelers.

Pride in Sausalito

One of the original "gayborhoods" in the Bay Area, Sausalito has a host of Pride events planned for the weekend of June 20-22.

The Amazing Thailand Love Wins Festival

Thailand's Amazing Thailand Love Wins Festival goes nationwide this year, with diversity celebrations thoughout the month of June.
What event pros can do in the face of anti LGBTQ+ legislation.

What Can Event Pros do about Anti-LGBTQ+ Directives?

Every small action can help event pros to ensure inclusivity at meetings, say leaders of the LGBT MPA Association.