This week marks the reopening of the Palau de Congressos de Catalunya by Meliá Hotels International, signifying the restoration of one of Barcelona’s most iconic spaces for MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) tourism after its closure in 2020. The …

IBTM Barcelona 2023 is fast approaching, and Mexico is eagerly gearing up to showcase its participation, extending a warm welcome to attendees. Boasting a vibrant culture, stunning tourist destinations, and a wealth of experience in event management, Mexico stands as …

A momentous partnership has been forged between the organizers of the African Air Expo and the City of Cape Town, culminating in the announcement of the inaugural international aviation exhibition— the Commercial & General Aviation, Air Cargo, Business Tourism, and Human Capital Development Exhibition and Conference, aptly named the “African Air Expo.” Scheduled to unfold in Cape Town from 12-14 February 2024, this pioneering event is poised to reshape the aviation and tourism landscape, providing a vibrant platform for global and regional industry leaders to convene, connect, and explore unprecedented opportunities on the African continent.

Perth, Australia, is set to become the aviation hub of the Asia Pacific region as it hosts Routes Asia 2025 from March 25th to 27th, 2025. The announcement, made at the CAPA World Aviation Summit, marks a significant milestone for …

The Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) and 15 industry partners showcased the nation’s thriving business events industry at the 13th consecutive IBTM World in Barcelona, held from 28th to 30th November at Fira Barcelona Gran Via. MyCEB’s CEO, Mr. …

On Tuesday, Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, secured the honor of hosting the 2030 World Expo, triumphing over competitors Busan in South Korea and Rome. The decision was reached through a closed-door vote in Issy-les-Moulineaux, a suburb of Paris, conducted by the member states of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), with Riyadh garnering a resounding majority of 119 out of 165 votes.

Post a triumphant return to in-person events throughout 2023 following the pandemic, a comprehensive research effort sought to unravel the intricacies of event visitor behavior. The study, encompassing insights from over 300 delegates, event organizers, and agencies, took center stage …

From November 6th to 10th, 2023, the DUCO Travel Summit orchestrated a four-day extravaganza in carefully selected venues across Paris. The event brought together top-tier French hôteliers, hospitality service providers, and luxury travel professionals from major English-speaking markets. Themed “Voyages Extraordinaires,” inspired by Jules Verne’s novels, the summit positioned high-end hospitality not just as a destination but as an extraordinary journey that elevates travel to another level.

The Korea MICE Expo 2023, hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, organized by the Korea MICE Association and the Incheon Tourism Organization, and sponsored by Incheon Metropolitan City and the Korea Tourism Organization, has concluded successfully on November 17 at Songdo Convensia.

The highly anticipated World Trends Report, an annual production by IBTM, is set to launch this week at the renowned Barcelona-based show. This comprehensive report delves into the most significant macro-economic, political, ecological, and next-generation technological issues that will shape the meetings and events industry in 2024.