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Calls for Greater Transparency on Airline-Imposed Surcharges

In a complex global political and economic climate, the World Travel Agents Associations Alliance (WTAAA) announces that it is calling on airlines to adopt a more transparent and collaborative approach to airline-imposed surcharges, an issue that vexes meeting and event planners as well. 

Kansas City Basks in FIFA Spotlight

Missouri, a premier Midwest meetings destination, is home to fan favorites like the Kansas City Chiefs and, soon, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup 2026. Kansas City is the only Midwest city selected to host this world-class event. The excitement surrounding the tournament is already palpable and it underscores what planners have long known: This is a city built to welcome large crowds, big ideas and unforgettable events.

Food & Beverage News

Great Lakes to Join the Global Culinary Map with New MICHELIN Guide

The MICHELIN Guide recently introduced its latest expansion into the Great Lakes region of the U.S. with the announcement of the MICHELIN Guide American Great Lakes edition. This multi-city guide will cover the six cities of Cleveland, Detroit, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, Minneapolis and Pittsburgh.

MICHELIN Guide American Great Lakes edition

Facilities & Destinations South Dakota

Plenty of Room to Meet and Play in South Dakota

Centrally located and refreshingly accessible, South Dakota combines affordability with a growing collection of venues that make it appealing for meetings.

Facilities & Destinations Indiana Sponsored

Discover the “Downtown Designed for Event Planners”

Discovering downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana, for the first time is often a happy surprise. The vibe is comfortable yet curious — a walkable district brimming with creativity and culture, food for every palate, and a sense of belonging.

News Technology

Bizzy, an AI Attendee Copilot Built to Personalize Event Experiences

Delivering a personalized, high-touch experience at scale is challenging. But for many event leaders, it’s a challenge worth taking on. According to Bizzabo’s 2026 State of Event Benchmarks, 40% of event leaders cite content personalization as the most impactful lever to improve experience design.

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Global Meetings Industry Day to Highlight Events as the Human Catalyst for Growth

Set for May 6, 2026, the GMID will bring together event professionals, organizations, destinations and partners from across the global ecosystem to demonstrate how in-person gatherings drive economic expansion, accelerate innovation and strengthen connections across industries and borders.

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Midwest Meetings

Calls for Greater Transparency on Airline-Imposed Surcharges

Kansas City Basks in FIFA Spotlight

Great Lakes to Join the Global Culinary Map with New MICHELIN Guide

Plenty of Room to Meet and Play in South Dakota

Discover the “Downtown Designed for Event Planners”

Bizzy, an AI Attendee Copilot Built to Personalize Event Experiences

Global Meetings Industry Day to Highlight Events as the Human Catalyst for Growth

Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance Doubles Down on Advocacy in Washington

New Global Accreditation Launches for Wellness Hospitality

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