What’s New in Meetings and Incentive Travel 2025

Your global venue shortlist starts here.

Created in partnership with IMEX, this comprehensive report showcases a handpicked selection of the world’s most compelling new hotels and venues, crafted for meeting and incentive planners seeking fresh inspiration and strategic value.

Whether you’re planning a major conference, a leadership retreat, or a high-touch incentive, this essential guide showcases must-see new and soon-to-open properties.

Inside, you'll find 135 new and upcoming hotels and venues across six continents catering to everything from large-scale events to intimate incentives, carefully curated by Skift Meetings’ editorial team.

Our selection includes:

• ✨ Exclusive resorts perfect for high-end incentives and executive groups
• 🏢 Convention hotels that redefine excellence in major destinations
• 🏞️ Nature and wellness-focused properties ideal for restorative experiences
• 🧠 Culturally immersive and story-rich venues offering unique engagement opportunities
• 🌱 Sustainably minded spaces supporting ESG goals

Each listing includes essential specifications like room counts, event capacities, and airport proximity to streamline your decision-making process. And, if you are attending IMEX Frankfurt 2025, you can follow-up on your shortlisted properties by meeting with hotel and venue reps face-to-face.

Bonus: What’s new in the world of cruises with updates from 37 companies.

Download the report now and stay one step ahead.

CMP Credits

We suggest redeeming two (2) CMP credit in the Strategic Planning category for this report.

The report is sponsored by Banff Lake Louise Tourism, Monterey Meetings, Tourism New Zealand, and Visit Lauderdale.