With just one year until competition starts for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, we checked in with a few U.S. host cities and stadiums as they ramp up for their time in the spotlight.

Cvent announced the launch of a new intelligence and AI tool called CventIQ during the opening keynote of Cvent CONNECT on June 10 in San Antonio, Texas, promising smarter workflows, higher-return experiences and more. 

More than 70 attendees descended upon Tucson, Arizona, for Meetings Today LIVE! West June 1-4, with a chance to make meaningful business connections, further their education and dig into what makes this Sonoran Desert destination so captivating.

Air Canada’s CEO said the 10% decline in Canada-US traffic is “not a tremendously large impact” to the Montreal-based carrier. Air Canada also slashed five U.S. routes amid low demand.

Major airlines, aircraft manufacturers and aviation unions sent a letter to U.S. senators claiming the Protect Your Points Act of 2024 could sharply reduce air travel and negatively impact tourism.

Add a dose of history and extravagance to your next meeting or event in one of these banks-turned-hotels.