Wedding News
Couples have clearer intentions when choosing wedding venues
UK couples are researching wedding venues before making contact, with clearer intentions and greater demand for venue visits.
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Industry News
Industry News
Global conflicts create instability in the MICE sector
The International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) noted in a statement in May that global conflicts are causing instability in the MICE sector.
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Industry News
India launches MICE initiative: Conference Ambassador Program for Mumbai
Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) in India announced the Conference Ambassador Program to help bring conferences and business events to Mumbai.
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Wedding News
AI use on the rise in UK couples' wedding planning
According to the 2026 UK Weddings Report by UK-based Bridebook, British couples have started using AI-powered tools when planning their weddings.
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Conferences & Meetings
BRICS tourism officials meet in India
Tourism officials from BRICS countries met in Jaipur, India, as part of the 2nd Working Group Meeting.
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Conferences & Meetings
China completes preparations for 26th International Investment and Trade Fair
Chinese Vice Minister of Commerce Ling Ji announced that preparations have been completed for the 26th China International Investment and Trade Fair, which will be held from September 8-11.
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Industry News
Switzerland to fund 10 film festivals between 2027 and 2029
Switzerland will support 10 film festivals with CHF 4 million between 2027 and 2029, the Swiss Federal Office of Culture (BAK) announced.
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Destination News
Vietnam's new tourism approach: Visitor Spending, Not Visitor Numbers
Do Cam Tho, Head of Planning and Finance at the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, said Vietnam is shifting its focus from visitor numbers to visitor spending and economic value.
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Event News
Azerbaijan Participated in PATA Travel Mart 2026
The Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) and four local partners from the tourism sector participated in PATA Travel Mart 2026, held in Malaysia.
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Industry News
Spain Releases Tourism Employment Data for July
Spain's Ministry of Tourism announced that the number of people employed in the tourism sector increased by 110,712 in July.
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Event News
MICE Sector Representatives Gather at 15th India Congress Conclave
The 15th India Congress Conclave (CIC), held in India, brought together representatives from the country's MICE sector.
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Destination News
Singapore Announces 2040 Tourism Plan
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has announced a plan to increase tourism revenue to $47-50 billion by 2040.
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Industry News
Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre Contributes $383 Million to Local Economy
Australia’s Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) contributed $383 million to the Gold Coast economy.
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Reports
Travel and Tourism Investments Exceed $1 Trillion in 2025
A report published by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) stated that travel and tourism spending exceeded $1 trillion in 2025.
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Reports
Global business travel spending reaches record $1.71 Trillion
Global business travel spending reached a record US $1.71 trillion in 2026. Spending is projected to exceed US $2 trillion by 2030.
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