[UPDATE] Pilot and Copilot Killed in Collision at LaGuardia Airport
The pilot and copilot of an Air Canada Jazz jet were killed late Sunday in a collision with a firetruck as they were trying to land at NYC's LaGuardia.
Event Disruptions Rise Amid Middle East Conflict
Unrest in the Middle East has led to MICE meeting pivots and cancellations as planners work to keep events on track.
AIME 2026 Hits Record for APAC Events Industry
Held in Melbourne, Australia in February, AIME 2026 achieved record-breaking growth in business for the APAC business events industry.
Hilton Barbados Completes Meeting Space Renovations
Hilton Barbados Resort has completed renovations to more than 13,000 square feet of indoor event space, enhancing its appeal for meetings and events at the beachfront property just 20 minutes from Bridgetown’s airport.
Hyatt Announces the Opening of Andaz Lisbon
Marking the debut of the Andaz brand in Portugal, the opening of reflects the refinement of the Andaz brand and its expansion in the region.
AMEX GBT Reports Strong Q4 Results
The new AMEX GBT Report identifies priorities for the year ahead and how AI is impacting every aspect of meeting planning.
In the Air Today: Airline News
Airport and airline developments include expanded route networks, smoother cross-border travel and upgraded airport experiences.
Loews Philadelphia Raises The Bar for Luxury Meetings
Redesigned event spaces on Loews Philadelphia's iconic 33rd floor are inspired by its storied history.
Global Entry Reopens Amid Government Shutdown
Global Entry has resumed operations after being suspended for nearly 17 days during the ongoing partial government shutdown affecting the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Iran Conflict Costing Tourism $600M a Day, Says WTTC
The WTTC says the conflict in Iran is costing travel and tourism in the Middle East $600M per day as key cities put gains on hold.
Long TSA Lines Reported at U.S. Airports as Shutdown Impacts Staffing
Long TSA lines are emerging at major U.S. airports as the DHS shutdown creates staffing shortages just as spring break travel begins to ramp up.
La Concha Resort in Puerto Rico Adds Refresh to Event Spaces
La Concha Resort in Puerto Rico unveils 25,000 sf of redesigned meeting and event space, positioning the oceanfront property as a top choice for corporate meetings, incentives and conferences.
Sandals Dunn’s River Unveils Louis Grant Conference Center in Jamaica
The newly opened Louis Grant Conference Center at Sandals Dunn's River features approximately 8,000 sf of event space and can accommodate up to 500 attendees.
Tourism Emergency Procedures in Israel and Gulf Region
Emergency procedures will assist tourists currently in Israel who wish to return home, according to an official ministry statement.
