Meetings and Events Industry News

These new and newly renovated resorts, featured in our just-released What’s New in Meetings and Incentive Travel 2025 report, were chosen for their ability to accommodate everything from large meetings to high-end incentive trips.

Did you know this year’s Skift IDEA Awards will celebrate the Meetings & Events Industry across four categories? Here’s your step-by-step guide to make sure your submissions stand out from the crowd.

It’s just as important to address accessibility at virtual events as it is at live ones.

Despite months of outreach, planners are preparing for a disruptive Real ID rollout, anticipating missed flights and logistical headaches.

Informa’s $1.6 billion acquisition of Ascential was all about Cannes Lions and Money20/20. While the events drive significant revenues, Informa values the brands alone at more than half a billion dollars.

As anti-LGBTQ+ legislation escalates in the U.S, events serving these communities are shifting away from in-person conferences. Some feel more cancellations are to come.

Being a meeting planner means being prepared. These gadgets and supplies will ensure that whatever comes up, you’re ready for it.

Our editors share some of their favorite gadgets for making your flights and hotel stays more efficient and comfortable. They also make great gifts for your road warrior attendees.

Planning ahead is the key to meeting attendees’ special dietary requests, especially for kosher and halal meals.