New Orleans to Host PCMA Convening Leaders 2029
New Orleans will host the PCMA Convening Leaders event in 2029, welcoming business events professionals. PCMA is a major organization in the meetings industry.
Five US Cruise Passengers Arrested in Bahamas After Ship Brawl
Five US cruise passengers were detained by Bahamas police after a fight onboard a cruise ship in Bahamian waters. No additional details on the incident have been released.
Lighthouse Launches AI Assistant for Hotel Commercial Operations
Lighthouse has introduced an AI assistant tailored for hotel commercial teams to enhance operational efficiency. The technology aims to support commercial operations within hotels in the USA.
Lighthouse Expands AI Distribution with Hotelrank.ai Acquisition
Lighthouse has acquired Hotelrank.ai to improve its AI distribution strategy. This step supports Lighthouse's focus on advancing hotel technology solutions.
Choose Chicago Promotes Obama Center to Meeting Professionals
Choose Chicago convened meeting professionals to promote the forthcoming opening of the Obama Presidential Center. The event also explored wider opportunities related to future gatherings and tourism in Chicago.
FIEXPO Latin America 2026 Showcases Meetings Industry Progress
FIEXPO Latin America 2026 was held in San José, Costa Rica, with a focus on the evolving meetings industry. The event featured over 200 exhibitors from Latin America and the Caribbean.
Japan, Philippines, Namibia Headline Sold-Out Tourism Expo Japan 2026
Japan, the Philippines, and Namibia are participating in the fully booked Tourism Expo Japan 2026 at Tokyo Big Sight. The event highlights new outbound tourism strategies from the three countries.
TTM+ 2026 Opens in Pattaya Promoting Sustainable and Wellness Tourism
TTM+ 2026 has launched in Pattaya, focusing attention on sustainable and wellness-oriented tourism. The event spotlights these areas as key priorities for the travel sector moving forward.
Hotel Project Planned Near Las Vegas Convention Center
Plans have been announced for a new hotel near the Las Vegas Convention Center, intended to increase the city’s convention and hospitality capacity. The announcement was made in June 2026.
FIEXPO Latin America 2026 Showcases Meetings Industry Evolution
FIEXPO Latin America 2026, hosted in San José, concentrated on the ongoing transformation of the meetings industry. Industry professionals gathered to explore current and upcoming trends.
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Nine US Airports Under FAA Delay Programmes on September 5, CLT Ground Stop Longest
On September 5, 2026, nine US airports operated under FAA delay programmes, with Charlotte Douglas International facing the longest ground stop. San Diego recorded the highest peak delay during a security-related ground delay.
FAA Ground Stop Hits Six Northeast Airports Including LaGuardia on Sept. 5
The FAA imposed a ground stop at six major Northeast airports including LaGuardia on September 5, 2026, driven by severe thunderstorms. American Airlines is among the carriers with thousands of flight cancellations and delays today.
Holland America Updates Ocean Bar on Oosterdam After Evolution Refurbishment
Holland America Line has refreshed the Ocean Bar aboard Oosterdam following its Evolution refurbishment. The update includes a new stage, relocated bar, and recycled fabric furnishings.