By Rafael Mendoza
Madrid-based correspondent covering meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions across Europe and Latin America.
Extraordinary Travel Festival III draws 268 elite travellers to Bangkok
The Extraordinary Travel Festival III opened in Bangkok with 268 travellers from six continents. The four-day event features 40 speakers, fi
Business travel costs plateau as buyers pivot to AI and wellness
Global business travel costs are stabilizing in Q1 2027, with airfare growth easing to 1.5% and hotel ADR rising just 1.8%. This moderation
AIME 2027 Knowledge Monday to spotlight people, business and impact
AIME has announced the theme for Knowledge Monday 2027: AIMEplify: People, Business, and Impact. The programme will explore how human expert
Chiang Mai Marriott wins MICE Hotel of the Year at Thailand awards
Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel has been named MICE Hotel of the Year – Thailand at the TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2026. The property's 2,
China's COITM Debut Signals Bid for Global MICE Leadership
China's inaugural COITM trade show in Beijing aims to position the country as a leading MICE destination. With visa-free entry and AI-enhanc
Sands China and NBA Cares bring Mitch Richmond to Macao school
Sands China and NBA Cares hosted a School Day at Yuet Wah College in Macao featuring NBA legend Mitch Richmond. The event included a basketb
Courtyard by Marriott Danang Han River targets MICE growth with new venue
Courtyard by Marriott Danang Han River opened in May 2025 with a Grand Ballroom and 13 flexible meeting rooms. The hotel supports Da Nang's
Thailand Uses IMF–World Bank Meetings to Boost Tourism and Investment
Bangkok will host the 2026 IMF–World Bank Annual Meetings, drawing 15,000 delegates from 190 countries. Thailand is leveraging the event to
WTTC 2027 in Delhi signals South Asia's rise as travel powerhouse
The WTTC has chosen New Delhi to host its 2027 Global Summit, beating 21 other bids. The decision highlights India's booming domestic market
ATIA thanks Beyond Borders sponsors as Melbourne summit nears
ATIA has confirmed major sponsors for the Beyond Borders Travel Summit, set for 9 October at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Taiwan's MICE pitch: culture, rail, and venues beyond the ballroom
Taiwan is repositioning its MICE offer around cultural immersion and seamless high-speed rail links. The 2026 MEET TAIWAN Tour showcased ven
Visit Qatar courts Indian MICE buyers with familiarisation trip
Visit Qatar hosted nine Indian MICE agents on a familiarisation trip from 1-4 October. The programme included site inspections of top Doha h