Black Meetings & Tourism - Industry Briefs

Industry Briefs
	JAZZ UP THE AGENDA WHEN YOU MEET IN DALLAS In a city that prides itself on style, great taste, and just the right amount of swagger, when you plan your meetings in Dallas, you can’t miss the chance to dive into the city's cultural events. Yes, ... read more
	IN ATLANTIC CITY, HISTORY INSPIRES INNOVATION, AND EVERY EVENT BENEFITS FROM A DESTINATION DESIGNED TO PERFORM WITH PURPOSE Nestled between the land and sea, Atlantic City’s unique location offers unmatched access to one-third of the nation’s population. Convenient highway access and NJ TRANSIT Rail Service provide direct ... read more
	HILTON ANNOUNCES JAMES BEARD AWARD-WINNING MASHAMA BAILEY AS CHEF PARTNER FOR SIGNIA HILTON SAVANNAH Hilton (NYSE: HLT) recently announce a culinary partnership for Signia Hilton Savannah with Grey Spaces, a Savannah-based hospitality and lifestyle company founded by James Beard Award-winning Chef Ma ... read more
	The Commemoration Continues A fter the festive fireworks, after the many majestic parades, and all the celebratory pomp and circumstance surrounding the USA's 250-year anniversary, A mericans are taking time to remember the extr ... read more
	MARTINIQUE’S MARINA DU MARIN, THE LARGEST NAUTICAL BASE IN THE WEST INDIES SET SAIL FOR THE ‘FRENCH RIVIERA’ OF THE CARIBBEAN IN MARTINIQUE Martinique offers one of the Caribbean’s most rewarding sailing experiences, inviting boaters to moor beneath the towering slopes of Mount Pelée one day and anchor among the tranquil islets of the Atl ... read more
	LA MAYOR, KAREN BASS ADDRESSES GROUP IN ICONIC LOCATION At a recent gathering of African-American business owners and community leaders, hosted by the Regional Cal Black Chamber of Commerce SFV and Los Angeles 9th Council District City Councilmember, the H ... read more
	RADISSON HOTEL GROUP LAUNCHES GLOBAL LONG-STAY PROPOSITION TO ACCELERATE GROWTH IN FAST-GROWING EXTENDED-STAY SEGMENT Radisson Hotel Group recently announced the launch of Long Stays by Radisson Hotels, a new global proposition designed to capture growing demand for extended-stay travel, while strengthening the Group ... read more
	REDISCOVER BLACK-OWNED HOTELS, MOTELS, AND RESORTS—AND THE HISTORY BEHIND THEM Throughout America’s history of slavery and segregation, Black travelers faced not just unwelcoming environments but the challenge of finding safe places to rest and recharge. In response to this basi ... read more
	BEAU SUTHERLAND NAMED GENERAL MANAGER OF PEORIA CIVIC CENTER The Peoria Civic Center Authority (PCCA) and Legends Global are pleased to announce the appointment of Beau Sutherland as General Manager of the Peoria Civic Center. Sutherland has served as Interim G ... read more
	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