Black Meetings & Tourism - Industry Briefs

Industry Briefs
	IN TAMPA BAY, EVERY MEETING IS A BIG EVENT What makes Tampa Bay the perfect place for meetings of all sizes? Simply ask meeting professionals who’ve experienced the destination firsthand. A meeting professional said, “Our experience planning a ... read more
	MEETINGS (AND BEACHING) MADE EASY IN MYRTLE BEACH Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, may be best known for its 60 miles of beaches, but it’s also a destination where meetings come together with the ease of a sea breeze. The setting is relaxed but the meet ... read more
	DESTINATIONS INTERNATIONAL’S 2026 ANNUAL CONVENTION UNITES GLOBAL DESTINATION LEADERS IN PORTLAND, OREGON, USA Destinations International (DI) , the world’s leading and most trusted association representing destination organizations and convention and visitor bureaus (CVBs), recently celebrated the successful ... read more
	$98.6 BILLION: NEW RECORD SET FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA TOURISM INDUSTRY’S ECONOMIC IMPACT IN 2025 Central Florida's tourism industry generated a record-breaking $98.6 billion in total economic impact in 2025, representing a 4.4% increase over the previous year, according to a new study conducted b ... read more
	BOOKINGS OPEN FOR ZUIDERDAM’S FIRST EUROPE VOYAGES FOLLOWING HOLLAND AMERICA EVOLUTION Holland America Line has opened bookings for Zuiderdam’s first collection of voyages following the ship’s transformation through Holland America Evolution, the cruise line’s largest fleet investment i ... read more
	HILTON HAWAIIAN VILLAGE INTRODUCES NEW GROUP OFFER TO CELEBRATE 65 YEARS OF ALOHA As part of its 65th anniversary celebration, Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort is introducing its limited-time 65 Years of Aloha group offer, inviting organizations to experience one of Haw ... read more
	VISIT ALEXANDRIA ANNOUNCES JUAN CARLOS RIVERA AS DIRECTOR OF SALES Visit Alexandria , the official destination marketing and management organization for Alexandria, Virginia, today announced that Juan Carlos Rivera is joining the organization’s leadership team as Dir ... read more
	DESTINATION INTNERNATIONAL’S DESTINATION ORGANIZATION LEADERSHIP AWARD The Destination Organization Leadership Award was created in 2017 and is amongst the association's most prestigious honors, recognizing those outstanding individuals who, through their exceptional wor ... read more
	NCBMP AND AAMA UNITE TO ADVANCE CONVENTION GROWTH, TOURISM INVESTMENT, AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY IN CITIES NATIONWIDE The National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals (NCBMP) and the African American Mayors Association (AAMA) recently announced a landmark national strategic partnership designed to help cities co ... read more
	ATL AIRPORT DISTRICT CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU LAUNCHES The ATL Airport District Convention & Visitors Bureau(CVB), the destination marketing organization for the cities of College Park, Fairburn, Hapeville, South Fulton and Union City, Ga., recently a ... read more
	TELLING AFRICA’S STORY WITH DEPTH, DIGNITY AND GLOBAL PURPOSE BY DR. VICKI L. OTARUYINA The Africa Guide was founded from a clear conviction that Africa does not lack beauty, brilliance, culture or opportunity. What has often been missing is the depth of authentic storytelling needed to ... read more
	NEW REGIONAL WORKFORCE INITIATIVE EXAMINES TALENT NEEDS ACROSS THE VISITOR ECONOMY A new regional initiative bringing together industry and academic partners has been launched to better understand workforce challenges, evolving talent needs, and the impact of technology across the W ... read more
	JASMINE BELLAMY NAMED SENIOR SALES MANAGER AT THE GOODTIME HOTEL, MIAMI BEACH The Goodtime Hotel, Miami Beach, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, located in a central, historic section of South Beach, announces the appointment of Jasmine Bellamy as senior sales manager. Known for her c ... read more
	ELEMENT SAN DIEGO MISSION VALLEY DELIVERS A MODERN, BALANCED HOTEL EXPERIENCE IN THE HEART OF ONE OF SAN DIEGO’S MOST VIBRANT NEIGHBORHOODS San Diego’s newest hotel offering, Element San Diego Mission Valley, has officially opened, delivering a stylish and eco-conscious experience designed for modern travelers visiting the area for busine ... read more
	HOLLAND AMERICA LINE DEBUTS ‘FAREWELL DINNER’ ROOTED IN CULINARY TRADITION AND CONNECTION Holland America Line is introducing the “Farewell Dinner,” a new experience in the Dining Room designed to serve as a fitting finale to every cruise. Inspired by the experiences that make each voyage ... read more
	GREENSBORO, NC DELIVERS AFFORDABLE MEETINGS WITH FIRST-CLASS IMPACT In Greensboro, North Carolina, meetings mean business. As one of the Southeast’s most accessible and affordable destinations, Greensboro offers the scale, flexibility, and hospitality that planners ne ... read more
	JASMINE BELLAMY NAMED SENIOR SALES MANAGER AT THE GOODTIME HOTEL, MIAMI BEACH The Goodtime Hotel, Miami Beach, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, located in a central, historic section of South Beach, announces the appointment of Jasmine Bellamy as senior sales manager. Known for her c ... read more
	BERMUDA TOURISM AUTHORITY APPOINTS ERIC KINCAID AS VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT The Bermuda Tourism Authority (BTA) recently announced the appointment of Eric S. Kincaid as Vice President of Sales and Business Development. In this role, Kincaid will lead the BTA’s global sales an ... read more
	AMERICAN CRUISE LINES MAKES WAVES AT SEATRADE REVEALING NEW DETAILS ABOUT AMERICAN ENCORE SAILING MAY 2026 American Cruise Lines held a press conference recently, at Seatrade in Miami, Florida, revealing new details about American Encore—the finest new riverboat in the world, which launched on the Columbia ... read more
	MARCH TOURISM IN TAMPA BAY SETS NEW MONTHLY MILESTONE The impact of dynamic marketing campaigns, incisive sales missions and focused incentive investments all proved themselves with exceptional Tampa Bay tourism results for March. Both taxable hotel reve ... read more