Barbara Scofidio

Strong leaders create space for others to contribute and ask good questions, but still must be able to make the tough decisions, says this Skift Meetings Woman Leader in Meetings.

Among the latest ships making their debut this year are yachts from two new players, Orient Express and Four Seasons.

Event agencies are becoming targets for misclassification of workers,  and contractors who feel they should be classified as employees are pushing back. 

The effects of the Iran war are spreading beyond the immediate region, compounded by rising costs and attendee fears of travel.

With so many new resorts coming online, the region is poised for growing business from U.S. groups who want to stay close to home.

The right tunes will have people tapping their feet at their seats, while the wrong ones can completely destroy the vibe. 

For many planners, budgets have struggled to keep up with rising costs — and now they face potential increases of 20% or more on air travel. 

Some companies with incentive programs scheduled in the Middle East region are staying put — at least, for now. 

Some of the most important considerations when you visit a property are more subtle than specs.