Meeting and Event Industry

Carnival Cruise Line has banned a guest due to mistaken identity tied to another cruise company. The incident was unrelated to Carnival's own operations.

Colombia is enhancing its position as a regional powerhouse in the meetings and conventions industry. The country is gaining recognition as a favored destination for global business events.

Rendez-vous Canada 2026 is slated to return to Alberta with Calgary serving as the host city. The event is a key international tourism and business marketplace.

The African Union recently held joint sessions of two Specialized Technical Committees focusing on finance and trade issues. These meetings took place under the AU framework addressing economic planning and industry topics.

IMEX Frankfurt 2026 highlights Ukraine’s growing tourism sector and Ajman’s luxury hospitality, opening new avenues in the global MICE market for U.S. corporate event planners. These emerging destinations offer fresh options for international meetings and incentive travel.

The APA 2026 Annual Meeting in San Francisco has initiated a global rise in medical tourism and convention travel. U.S.-based healthcare travelers and event planners can expect expanded opportunities stemming from this influential convention.

A new industry report from May 2026 examines changes in the legal environment affecting hotel franchise agreements in the US. It outlines emerging challenges impacting both hotel operators and franchisees.

IMEX Frankfurt 2026 is set to attract participants from over 150 countries, spotlighting the MICE industry and business travel sectors. The event takes place in Frankfurt, Germany.

ITB China 2026 in Shanghai brought together over 23,500 participants, with a notable rise in exhibitor numbers. The event emphasized global collaboration and networking.

Anchorage is emerging as a prime location alongside major U.S. cities to boost travel demand for the True North Tattoo Expo 2026. This event provides new opportunities for American tattoo enthusiasts to explore Alaska while engaging in one of North America’s expanding tattoo conventions.