Meetings Industry News

Expedited Visa Interviews to Be Offered for $750

Select embassies will conduct the appointments for those seeking business or tourist visas within 10 days for the new fee, on top of the initial outlay...

U.S. Travel Survey Underscores Business Value of Meetings

The association has announced a new campaign following the release of the results, aiming to shape business leaders' perceptions of meeting in person.

Meliá to Shutter 15 Hotels in Cuba

Joining Iberostar and Royalton hotels, which are limiting operations on the island, the Spanish hospitality chain will close 15 of its 34 hotels,...

USGBC Launches New Classification for Green Buildings: LEED Zero

The new certification program aims to address net-zero carbon operations and resources in LEED green building projects.

November 15, 2018

15 Ways to Make Meetings More Accessible

These recommendations for planners, suppliers and destinations are based on new research from BestCities Global Alliance.

November 13, 2018

Best and Worst Times to Fly for Thanksgiving

A new report from AirHelp also lists the most popular and most disrupted flight routes for the holiday.

November 12, 2018

Deadly California Wildfires Prompt Hotel Evacuations, Closures

Travel waivers are in effect at major state airports; Malibu venues remain closed.

November 12, 2018

Wellness Tourism Now a $639 Billion Industry

North America is tops in revenues, while Asia Pacific is a growth leader.

November 9, 2018

Voters Approve New HQ Hotel for Miami Beach and Gaming Initiatives in Florida, Arkansas

The U.S. Travel Association will welcome new Congress members, said Roger Dow, noting that travel is "a red, white and blue opportunity."

November 7, 2018

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