Hotel Headlines: Marriott, Fattal, Kimpton & the Culver
The latest hotel industry developments include new partnerships, property openings, acquisitions and expanded group offerings.
Lake Tahoe Welcomes a Reimagined Caesars Resort
The grand opening of Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the resort’s transformation into a reimagined South Shore destination.
Universal Orlando Unveils Celestial Expo
Celestial Expo expands Orlando's meetings offerings with flexible event space at Universal Epic Universe beginning in 2027.
Visit California Names Julie Coker President & CEO
Veteran destination marketing executive Julie Coker brings 30+ years of tourism and hospitality leadership to Visit California.
Airports Raise Alarm, Call for Suspension of European Biometric Border Control System
Tourism and aviation officials are calling for the suspension of the EU's Schengen Entry/Exit System amid concerns that it could cause long airport wait times during the summer travel season.
Panama Offers Cash Incentive to Win New Meetings
New "Meet in Panama NOW" incentive program offers qualifying international meetings rebates of up to $100,000 in 2026.
UPDATE: Earthquake Grounds Flights at Venezuela’s Main Gateway
Venezuela's primary airport near Caracas closed because of earthquake damage, while structural and operational assessments continue.
Global Recognition for Vienna
Vienna celebrates a major milestone in the latest global congress rankings, reaffirming its appeal as a premier meetings destination.
Earthquake Grounds Flights at Venezuela’s Main Gateway
Venezuela's primary airport near Caracas closed because of earthquake damage, while structural and operational assessments continue.
Airlines Resume Some Middle East Flights
While some airlines have resumed service to the Middle East, air travel disruptions are likely to persist for the foreseeable future.
Traveling by Air This Summer? Avoid Newark
New rankings reveal the best and worst airports for summer travel in 2026. Newark hit the bottom as the worst while Hawaii made top marks.
A Fresh Coat of Summer: Airlines Show Off New Looks
It's a summer of special liveries as major airlines fly the colors of the FIFA World Cup, America's 250th and the new Moana movie.
Rio Las Vegas Waives Resort Fees for Groups
Does a groundbreaking new policy at Rio Las Vegas signal a sea change for group pricing?
USTA Makes New Push for In-Person Meetings
Despite a flat 2025, the new U.S. Group Travel Report from USTA says that the sector is poised for a resurgence.
