What does a city do when some of its largest annual conventions outgrow it? Expand. That is exactly what Indianapolis is doing.
Wildfire Smoke Disrupts Events
Planners know they must expect the unexpected, but the smog caused by Canada's wildfires that blanketed the East Coast over the past week surprised most. Flights were delayed, and outdoor activities canceled, leaving many to ask what's next.
Marriott Customer Conference Strives to Embrace Belonging
Belonging is a focus of the “Guiding Principles in Experience Design” study released during Marriott’s Association Masters Customer Conference. The gathering showcased both the benefits and challenges of fostering belonging at meetings and events.
All Eyes on Iceland as World Leaders Gather and the Skift Team Reunites
From Skift's annual retreat that focuses on gathering its globally dispersed team to the Council of Europe, where leaders from 46 member nations convened, Iceland took center stage as a meetings destination last week.
Travel is Back: Skift Travel Health Index Reaches Record High
Skift Research reports complete travel recovery as the current Travel Health Index has topped 100, indicating that global tourism is now performing better than it did before the pandemic. Every region in the index has grown, and meeting professionals must take note.