Cvent Reveals 2017 Lists of Top Meeting Hotels
With the new APAC list, seven out of the top 10 meeting hotels from the region are from Singapore, while the other three are located in Sydney.
5 Meetings Industry Events You Shouldn’t Miss This Year
The meetings industry's major convention, IMEX 2016 attracted 3,250 exhibiting companies and 3,216 hosted buyers from 60 countries.
One Airline Finds Work-around to TSA’s 9-Airline Electronics Ban
The reason behind the restriction is that terrorists could smuggle explosive devices in the consumer items, although officials wouldn’t disclose why it was safer to have electronics in cargo instead of in the cabin.
Pigs, Aquariums & Airport Amenities Ease Travel Stress
The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) welcomed LiLou, the first known airport therapy pig in the U.S.
Silversea Cruises to Transform Its Signature Silver Cloud Ship
“Corporations are always seeking new and innovative ways to inspire their top performers and distributors."
Are Hidden Travel Fees Taking a Bite Out of Your Planning Budget?
Hidden travel fees are on the rise from every direction, with recent estimates from IdeaWorks showing a near $68 billion annual profit for global airlines just from ancillary fees.
Life Without Uber and Lyft: One City’s Story
Last year, the City of Austin started requiring ride-hailing companies, both ride-share companies and taxis, to fingerprint its drivers, and both Uber and Lyft pulled out in protest.
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.
Visit These National Parks While the Gettin’s Good
Because of severe staffing shortages, seven historic sites in Philadelphia’s Independence National Historic Park will shutdown in the coming months.
Meal Caps Not Keeping Up With F&B Cost Increases
“You can get a hot breakfast at the Westin in St. Louis for $40 and a similar breakfast at the Westin in Times Square will cost $75.”
Air India’s Intl. Women’s Day
What better way to kick off International Women’s Day: Two New Delhi to San Francisco flights manned by an all-female crew.
GMIC’s Latest Research on Sustainability Reveals a Long Road Ahead
Sustainability is a narrative of many languages, according to “Sustainable Meeting and Event Practices: The State of the Industry,” a new study commissioned by the Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC).
Compliance Challenges Pharma Planners’ Hotel Picks
Red flags for compliance departments include five-star ratings, resort or gaming destinations, such as Phoenix or Las Vegas; and on-site facilities, such as golf, a nightclub or a spa.
