[UPDATE] Nepal Flooding Leaves Foreign Tourists Unaccounted For
The Nepal Tourism Board said in a statement posted to X that 384 people were reported missing, including 291 foreign nationals.
The Enduring Appeal of Dolly Parton
Some stars leave behind a legacy. Dolly Parton leaves behind a place where her presence is virtually impossible to escape.
NYC Tourism + Conventions Names Fred Dixon President & CEO
Fred Dixon is back...as President and CEO of NYC Tourism + Conventions. He'll take the helm on December 1.
United Expands International Network With 10 New Destinations for 2027
United Airlines is expanding its international network with 10 new destinations for 2027, including Okinawa, Luxembourg City, Ibiza, Marseille and Sicily.
Fairmont Brand Makes its Debut in Thailand
Fairmont makes its Thailand debut with a new Bangkok property designed for meetings, dining, celebrations and city stays.
GBTA Forecast: Bigger Meetings, Rising Costs
Larger meetings are returning, but rising F&B, production and labor costs are pressuring budgets, says new GBTA forecast.
Four Seasons Cabo San Lucas Unveils Luxury Event Venue
A new luxury event venue, Casa Del Sol, has opened at the Four Seasons Resort in Cabo San Lucas, offering stunning spaces for meetings and events.
Next-Gen Ideas Take Center Stage in New Orleans
Prevue’s Next-Gen Experience Visionary Summit brought meeting professionals together in New Orleans to explore the future of events.
Brightspot Expands With Map Your Events Acquisition
Brightspot’s acquisition expands its corporate meetings capabilities while adding experienced event professionals and established client relationships.
First Conrad Hotel in Malaysia Set to Open Late 2026
Conrad Kuala Lumpur will mark the first Malaysian outpost of Conrad Hotels & Resorts when it debuts later this year.
Colombia Earthquake Disrupts Air Travel
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia Monday morning, forcing multiple airports to suspend operations as authorities assess damage.
U.S. Makes Visa Bonds Permanent for 50 Countries
The U.S. State Department has made its visa bond program permanent, requiring travelers from 50 countries to post bonds of up to $20,000 when applying for business or tourist visas.
Cleveland and Cincinnati Up the Ante for Meetings
Cleveland is expanding its meetings and events offerings with major venue and hotel developments, including a $135 million expansion of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the city's first W Hotel, set to open in 2027.
Southwest Expands Corporate Travel Program With Business Priority
Southwest is introducing Business Priority and expanded NDC capabilities, giving corporate travel programs, travel management companies and planners flexibility and improved booking access.
