Survey Cost pressures and safety concerns reshape U.S. meetings industry

 

KANSAS CITY, MO – A U.S. meetings industry study released by MMGY Travel Intelligence highlights cost pressures and safety concerns as key factors shaping the meetings and events sector in 2026.

LOT Polish Airlines commences the process of equipping its aircraft with in-flight Wi-Fi

 

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  LOT Polish Airlines has already launched Wi-Fi service on its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.

Italy Sets New Travel Trends Montesilvano, Busto Arsizio, and Portici Witness Unprecedented Surge in Online Searches Gaining Momentum as the Hottest Destinations for Summer 2026

 

Italy’s Montesilvano has emerged as the fastest-growing destination for summer 2026, driven by an impressive 1,007 percent increase in online travel searches. This surge in popularity highlights the town’s appeal, especially for beach-loving families and leisure travellers seeking a traditional seaside holiday.

The Lawrence Hotel to open Summer 2026 in Lawrenceville

 

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA – The Lawrence Hotel Lawrenceville, the first upscale boutique full-service hotel – new Tapestry Collection  by Hilton property – in downtown Lawrenceville, Georgia, is scheduled to open in Summer 2026.

Scandic drives climate action forward – now with validated Science Based Targets

 

Scandic has further elevated its climate ambitions now that its climate targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This marks an important step in the company’s climate initiatives, with the long-term goal of reaching net-zero emissions across the entire value chain by 2050.

The Mid-Funnel Advantage Most European Brands Aren’t Exploiting in Social

 

Europe currently has a structural advantage in the social mid-funnel.

Not because European brands are more sophisticated, and not because the platforms work differently. And not because brand building has changed. Instead, it’s because Europe is earlier in the attention lifecycle than the United States.

PATA Gold Awards Application Open

 

Become a PATA Gold Awards 2026 Winner! Celebrate your excellence  |  Recognised by international experts  |  Gain global exposure

Celebrate Int'l Women's Day! 🤘

 

Under the theme “Give to Gain,” PATA highlights how the travel and tourism sector is advancing a more inclusive and equitable industry through workforce empowerment, community engagement, accessible tourism, and skills development.

Air France launches a new advertising campaign to further showcase its move upmarket

 

Air France is unveiling a new advertising campaign today to further support its strategy to move upmarket and accompany the launch of its new products. 8 March 2026 will mark the brand’s return to the television medium in France with the broadcast of its brand video, first revealed in spring 2022.

Delta announces leadership changes as John Laughter concludes distinguished 30-year career

 

• Delta announces leadership updates, including Peter Carter promoted to President and Dan Janki named Chief Operating Officer following the retirement of longtime operations leader John Laughter.