Exclusive: Solving the Experience Design Connection Paradox
A new report from Encore and Boldpush finds a gap between what attendees want and what they get. We asked Encore's VP of Customer Experience and Insights why the gap persists — and what it takes to close it.
Industry News: This Week’s Biggest Headlines
This week’s top headlines spotlight the changing landscape across the industry, as airlines expand, destinations hit new tourism milestones and event planners adapt to shifting attendee expectations centered on engagement, personalization and wellness.
Allegiant Completes Acquisition of Sun Country Airlines
Allegiant has acquired Sun Country Airlines. The transaction closed after both companies received regulatory and shareholder approval.
Four Seasons Nevis Launches Incentive Group Offers for Planners
Perks include suite upgrades, audiovisual and decor credits, rebates and transportation discounts, with benefits increasing as peak room nights grow.
From Branding to Butter Flights: Food that Resonates
Elite Catering + Event Professionals (ECEP) announce top culinary trends for 2026.
Redefine Corporate Events with Celebrity Cruises®
Professional venues onboard Celebrity Cruises® support meetings of any size, with customizable cost effective A/V and expert teams ensuring seamless productive events.
Exclusive: How Gen Z Is Rewriting the Rules of Corporate Events
Hall des Lumières Managing Director Harley Hendrix on immersive design, authentic storytelling, and why the passive audience is officially over, thanks to Gen Z.
ONE | GT Debuts in George Town, Grand Cayman
The luxe new ONE | GT debuts in George Town, introducing guests to a different, exciting side of Grand Cayman.
Yellowknife: Magical Adventure in the Heart of Canada’s North
Yellowknife gives you the chance to slow down, take a breath and really take in the wonder of another place and moment.
Orlando Breaks Another Tourism Record
With a record number of visitors in 2025, Orlando maintains its position as the most visited destination in the U.S.
A Champion Mindset Arrives for Tampa Meetings
JW Marriott Tampa Water Street’s new Stay Like a Champion program combines meetings with fitness, nutrition and restorative sleep.
GWI Launches Global Meetings Wellness Initiative
Spearheaded by two wellness industry innovators, GWI's new Meetings and Events Initiative puts wellness to work in group gatherings.
Weekly Industry News Roundup
This week’s news headlines reflect an industry in motion, from destination summits and luxury travel experiences for planners to evolving group travel demand and the impact of airline industry changes following Spirit’s departure.
Spirit Airlines Shutdown Expected to Have Effect on Prices, Accessibility
Industry observers warn that Spirit's exit could reduce competition in select markets and contribute to upward pressure on airfares already influenced by increasing fuel prices.
