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FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Quark Expeditions Unveils Arctic 26: Ice, Fire and The Eclipse For meeting and event planners looking to elevate incentive travel to the next level, Quark Expeditions newly announced Arctic 2026: Ice, Fire and The Eclipse season offers unparalleled opportunities for extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime rewards.

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JANUARY 15, 2025

In 2026, PCMA will celebrate Convening Leaders 70 th anniversary in the city where the conference began, Philadelphia. We were a house of brands, he said. We needed to refresh our brand to showcase the new tomorrow, he said of the circles in a circle punctuated by the tagline, Leading minds; Leading change.

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MARCH 28, 2025

From November 2025 through March 2026, Riviera will offer voyages ranging from 14 to 35 days, visiting hidden gems like Mystery Island in Vanuatu and Kangaroo Island in South Australia alongside iconic ports such as Sydney and Auckland. market with its inaugural private jet journey, Colors of the World , set to depart in March 2026.

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Travel Daily Media

AUGUST 20, 2024

The post Hong Kong to host 2026 Lions International Convention appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Hong Kong recently secured the right to host the 2026 Lions International Convention, and will be staging it at the AsiaWorld-Expo in July 2026.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2025

Brand USA, a public-private partnership focused on increasing international travel, reported that in 2026, the U.S. Global meeting planners are exceeding expectations. is on track to welcome 90 million visitors one year ahead of the goal outlined by the National Travel and Tourism Strategy report. That number is up from 79 million in 2019.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

2026 – “Phase Two” begins. Two world class hotels will be added between 2026 and 2028 to the ocV!BE “We are hoping to draw some really great acts into that space.” BE culinary scene will also begin to form with ocV!BE’s BE’s Market Hall. BE ecosystem.

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Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 22, 2024

We continue to propose Europe, Asia, and South America for 2026 programs to clients as well. Costa Rica and Japan deserve mentions too.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Set to be completed in 2026, this transformation will introduce cutting-edge meeting rooms and facilities, upgraded ballrooms and exhibit space, and rooftop terrace boasting expansive gathering space and gorgeous views of the city skyline.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

44 stories of glass will make a stunning addition to the city’s skyline when Mutual of Omaha’s tower is complete in 2026. . $950 million expansion of Omaha’s airport (OMA), set to be ready in 2028, will double its size and add international travel options.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 23, 2022

Travel Association has released its biannual forecast for travel through 2026—including both travel spending and volume—which projects that all segments of travel, in spite of rising inflation, will likely surge in the short term due to pent-up demand and consumer savings. Travel Forecast Sees Wobbly Recovery. If the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 4, 2024

She notes that the group footprint in the City of Light normally tends to be lighter at this time of the year anyway, because it’s peak tourist season. Yet many groups are heading straight for Paris this summer, especially Olympics sponsoring companies or partnering organizations.

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OCTOBER 7, 2022

Earlier this year, OVG unveiled plans to create the OVG Las Vegas Hotel and Casino project, a $3-billion entertainment district and arena on 25 acres, slated to begin construction in 2023 and to be completed in 2026. It will include a 20,000-seat arena, 2,000-room hotel, casino and amphitheater.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 8, 2024

By the end of 2026, they say, they hope to see over 1,000 signatories. “I The transition will begin in October 2024, with a complete renovation and rebranding expected by mid-2026. Come December 2024, all signatories of NZCE pledge are asked to submit their reports.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

For planners looking to book through 2026 through 2028, expect small contingency percentages around F&B and AV due to the cost of labor, goods and services. Compression of the market is huge. The larger groups are booking out at three to five years now.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Next up is a planned addition of a LEED Silver-certified, $560 million 14-gate concourse for domestic and international flights that begins construction next month and is scheduled for completion in 2026.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Terminal 6 at JFK The new Terminal 6 is a public-private partnership between the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and JFK Millennium Partners which is developing the new terminal in two phases, with the first new gates opening in 2026 and construction completion in 2028.

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Panorama Travel

OCTOBER 24, 2024

DISCOVER THE LAND OF MAJESTY & MYSTERY AT YOUR OWN PACE We are pleased to announce our Oman Self-Drive Tour Packages 2026. EXPLORE ALL PACKAGES The post OMAN SELF-DRIVE TOUR PACKAGES – 2026 appeared first on Panorama Travel. MUSCAT THE ARABIAN ADVENTURE 9 Reviews 8 DAYS from $1,440.00

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JANUARY 14, 2025

Convening Leaders will return to Philadelphia in 2026, joining such events as the FIFA World Cup, the MLB All-Star Game, and the 108th PGA Championship. In 2026, Convening Leaders attendees will have the chance to explore the storied streets of Philadelphia, the birthplace of America and meeting spot for the First Continental Congress.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 23, 2023

With the addition of this charging capability, we are well prepared to continue to grow our electric fleet, with a goal of being 100% electric by 2026.” “We We are pleased to continue to provide clean-fuel transit options for the residents, visitors and employees in our region,” says Kotler.

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JULY 26, 2024

Construction will be ongoing until late 2025 or early 2026, but without major disruption in the original hall. A new wing will echo Pei’s vision and increase the museum’s footprint by a third. Other upgrades are aimed at making Rock Hall even more inviting and memorable.

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JANUARY 3, 2019

Read more about U.S. sports venues—including Dodger Stadium—in Dan Johnson’s story, “Win the Local Game with an Action-Packed Backdrop: Sports Venues are Offering More Authentic Experiences for Attendees” in the January issue of Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 28, 2022

The airline pointed to its new United Club at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, its purchase of 200 four-seat electric aircraft for 2026 delivery and its Business Blueprint corporate customer platform as highpoints on its performance.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 27, 2023

All the way out to at least 2025 right now, maybe even 2026, depending on your group size, or the destination, or the hotel that you want to be in.” Read More : Gen Z Meeting Planners Navigate Post-Covid Job Market “It’s going to be difficult to contract with hotels or destinations that you want to be in for the foreseeable future.

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MARCH 4, 2024

Cindy Sample : NAMM will celebrate 50 years in Anaheim in 2026. Cindy Sample Smart Meetings: The NAMM Show has been in Anaheim for a while now. What made this destination an ideal location for NAMM? It’s close to NAMM HQ, it’s Southern California with ideal weather in January and it’s a big time convention center with a small town feel.

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APRIL 13, 2022

The corporate well-being market is expected to quadruple by 2026, GBT reported; the difference is in the shift from employee well-being efforts being viewed and treated as perks to them being implemented as reputable business strategies. GBT also speaks to the impact of travel on employee well-being.

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MARCH 18, 2024

United Kingdom: Visit California Global Managing Director Jonah Whitaker named sports as the top tourism driver from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland with interest in NFL, MLB, NBA and the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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FICP

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Mark your calendars to join us for the 2026 FICP Annual Conference at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, New Orleans from November 15-18, 2026.

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JULY 3, 2024

With the United States’ semi-quincentennial anniversary —250 years—coming up in 2026, now is the time to start planning a major celebration, if a Fourth of July gathering is something your organization or clients are interested in.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Now, Philadelphia is gearing up to honor the results of that gathering with a massive 250th anniversary celebration in 2026. Phillys event calendar in 2026 will be filled with some other notable events, including PCMAs Convening Leaders, two rounds of NCAA March Madness tournament action, six FIFA World Cup matches, and MLBs All-Star Game.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 21, 2022

She will lead the design and development of OVG’s Las Vegas Hotel and Casino project, slated to open in 2026. Allison comes from a 24-year tenure with The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, her most recent role being senior vice president of sales and marketing for MICE and leisure. Read More : Oak View Group Is Leaving a Trail of Partnerships.

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OCTOBER 18, 2024

Its 2026 reopening will bring modernized meeting rooms and exhibit space, an expansive rooftop terrace, and sustainable, state-of-the-art technology and systems. Visit us to learn more about what’s coming in 2026 and beyond in Cincy, and how to plan an unforgettable meeting here. Learn why the future meets in Cincy.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Soccer lovers arriving for the FIFA World Cup in 2026, NFL fans flocking to the Super Bowl at the stunning SoFi Stadium in 2027, and the international community converging for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games the back half of this decade will be booming in Los Angeles. Theres another big reason to love L.A.

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APRIL 10, 2024

for FIFA World Cup matches in 2026 out of reach for those starting the process today. In a world that is moving faster than ever, with planning windows in some cases shrinking to weeks even for the largest programs, it is inexcusable that the wait for a visa from top trading partners averages more than 400 days. Studies from U.S.

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Travel Daily Media

AUGUST 2, 2024

Pushing for sustained growth The HKTB has facilitated public and private sector bids for regional and international events,securing over 60 large-scale international MICE events for Hong Kong slated for between 2024 and 2026, many of which are staging in the SAR for the first time.

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The MICE Blog

JULY 8, 2024

Starting in 2026, they plan to power a vessel with hydrogen. Our event took place on the Motor Vessel Cirrus, traveling from Lucerne to Vitznau In total, the company has five historic paddle steamers and fourteen motor vessels. Notably, five of their vessels are sustainable, as they have invested in developing a clean and green fleet.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 19, 2023

FIFA World Cup 2026 Kansas City will be among the 16 cities in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to host matches during FIFA World Cup 2026. The three-day event took place in iconic locations around the city, including historic Union Station and the National WWI Museum and Memorial.

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JULY 25, 2024

Slated to be complete in fall of 2026 is an over 143,000 square foot convention center expansion, connected to a 40-story, 800-room Signia by Hilton—increasing Indy’s count of skywalk-connected hotel rooms to more than 5,500, all under one roof. —and no wonder.

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