Industry Trends: What’s New This Week

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

From rising airline baggage fees to a $50 million transformation at Paradisus Cancun, this week’s travel headlines also highlight new perks from Southwest Airlines, smarter strategies for capitalizing on sports-driven events beyond giants like the NFL and FIFA and fresh insights from VisitMalta’s meetings focus.

In the latest domino effect of fare adjustments across U.S. carriers amid rising fuel costs, numerous airlines have increased checked baggage fees effective this month. READ MORE

We got a look at what’s new—and enduring—about meetings and incentives in the Maltese Islands at VisitMalta’s Incentives & Meetings North America Roadshow. READ MORE

All-inclusive Paradisus Cancun emerges with reimagined design and expanded event space after a transformative $50 million renovation. READ MORE

In tandem with Southwest Airlines new Sonoma route, the airline is rolling out “Sip and Ship,” allowing travelers to check one case of wine for free at select West Coast airports. READ MORE

Beyond mega-franchises like FIFA and the NFL, planners can build a more strategic playbook to drive new revenue when it comes to sports-driven events. READ MORE

 

 

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