Meeting and Event Industry

Saint Kitts and Nevis featured prominently at the Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026, presenting significant tourism growth and new destination upgrades. The islands also engaged actively with global industry partners at the event.

IMEX Frankfurt 2026 highlighted Germany’s leading role in the expanding global meetings market. The event emphasized the rising trend in business event growth worldwide.

Passengers affected by flight cancellations in the US are entitled to refunds or rebooking options. However, some additional fees may still apply despite these rights.

Mitch Whitten was appointed as President and CEO of Visit Fort Worth in May 2026. His leadership will be central to the city’s business tourism and meetings industry efforts.

Colombia has enhanced its standing as a major regional player in the meetings and conventions industry, expanding its role within the global business tourism market.

IMEX Frankfurt 2026 took place in Germany, emphasizing the global rise in meetings. The event highlighted Germany's key role in advancing new growth in the business events industry.

A May 2026 U.S. Travel event united industry leaders in a commitment to reviving inbound tourism. The focus was on strategies to enhance international travel experiences and address sector challenges.

Colombia is gaining recognition as a key regional leader in the meetings and conventions industry. Improvements in infrastructure are helping the country attract more business tourism and global events.

IMEX Frankfurt 2026 focused on delivering updated perspectives on the global MICE sector, with particular attention to business travel trends. The event also provided an overview of trade shows in Frankfurt, reflecting the city’s role in hosting international meetings.

Las Vegas sees increased convention tourism in 2026, led by AI conferences reshaping business travel. The aviation sector, supported by several international partners, is preparing for a substantial visitor surge.