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Dubai becomes first Certified Autism Destination™ in the Eastern Hemisphere
Dubai has officially gained recognition as the first Certified Autism Destination™ in the Eastern Hemisphere – a milestone that reflects a citywide effort to build a more accessible and inclusive tourism ecosystem. Dubai has officially gained recognition as the first Certified Autism Destination™ in the Eastern Hemisphere – a designation which underscores a citywide effort to make the tourism prop...
Hannover – Where events matter
Hannover, the capital of Lower Saxony, is internationally recognised as a key location for trade fairs and events of all kinds. Its well-developed infrastructure, compact city layout, and excellent connections by road, high-speed rail, and air make it easily accessible. The city offers a broad range of venues and accommodation options, making it well-suited to the needs of both event organisers an...
Big Spanish steps for events beyond the capitals
Spain’s business events prowess extends far beyond its powerhouse capitals of Barcelona and Madrid, though both cities continue to dominate international rankings. Barcelona led global conference standings in 2023 (ICCA delegates and Cvent destinations), whilst 2024 saw 2,000 events with 734,000 participants city-wide. The EU-funded BEFuture Project allocates €4.2m to enhance MICE sustainabi...
Cairns as a living laboratory: Integrating local research into conference programs
Located in Tropical North Queensland, Australia between two world-heritage listed ecosystems, the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest, Cairns Convention Centre (Centre) sits at the heart of a region renowned for its biodiversity, innovation, and global research relevance. Its strategic position connects it to key industries including tropical science, health, tourism, agriculture and...
Leading the way to sustainable events: Innovation and collaboration, at the Palais des congrès de Montréal
Inspired by a vision of a more sustainable future, the Palais des congrès de Montréal has become a recognised leader in the events industry, turning bold ideas into meaningful action. Through collaboration, a comprehensive Sustainability Action Plan, and enhanced client support, we are redefining what it means to host responsible, forward-thinking events. We work hand in hand with clients and supp...
Philadelphia rising: Building tomorrow on a historic legacy
As business event strategists look for a host destination that will inspire attendees to unleash new game-changing ideas, there’s no better place than Philadelphia. For more than 300 years, the city has been synonymous with the kind of ingenuity that leads to breakthroughs like America’s first art museum, the first zoo and the first women’s medical college. And when it comes to bringing people tog...
New Zealand: Where conferences create legacy through innovation and culture
Wellington continues to build on its proud legacy as New Zealand’s capital and intellectual heart. The city is attracting international associations who seek more than just a venue and seek a blend of industry leadership, cultural richness and academic excellence. A city of strengths: science, climate and community health Wellington’s appeal lies in its alignment with sectors of global importance....
Flavours of Zurich: Where meetings meet the menu
Zurich has long been admired for its precision and efficiency. But in recent years, the city has also gained attention for something more sensory food. Behind its polished façades lies a culinary culture that values innovation, sustainability, and craftsmanship in equal measure. For event planners, that makes Zurich an inspiring destination where gastronomy can become part of the event story itsel...
The conference discovery revolution: How Instagram and AI are reshaping event marketing
The way people find and research conferences has fundamentally shifted, and many event organisers are still operating with outdated assumptions about attendee behaviour. While marketing teams continue to pour budgets into traditional channels, their potential attendees are discovering events through entirely new pathways that didn’t exist just two years ago. Understanding these changes isn&#...
Sustainable upgrades drive Boston’s convention boom
Boston’s key convention venues are undergoing a major transformation project on the back of 10 months of record-breaking events. Boston builds momentum The financial and cultural centre of New England and capital of Massachusetts, Boston is investing heavily in upgrades to its venue stock with a major accent on sustainability as the city aims to secure more international conference business long t...
Palais des congrès de Montréal: Canada’s gateway to global business events
An iconic convention centre in Quebec is generating over CAD$50m in economic benefit from just seven conferences this summer, an indication of its strategic importance. A hub of innovation and international collaboration The Palais des congrès de Montréal stands as a beacon of innovation, sustainability, and international collaboration in the heart of downtown Montréal. As one of Canada’s most ico...
Seattle sounding out more meetings with new Summit
Gateway to the Pacific Located in the North-West of the USA, one of Seattle’s key assets for international attendees and events is, arguably, accessibility via direct flights, particularly from Asia. SEA Airport is a West Coast hub for Delta, and the home of Alaska Airlines. With both airlines investing in SEA, it’s only getting easier to visit. “The airlift is outstanding,” says the CVB. “We have...