This sunny SoCal meeting oasis entered the new year hot with air service updates, new and renovated properties, and a list of upcoming developments to look forward to in 2026 and beyond.

As part of the renovation at The Royal Lahaina Resort and Bungalows, two refreshed oceanfront event spaces set the scene for sunset receptions and private dining just steps from the beach. 

I set out to gather tips for job interviews from professionals across the meetings, events and hospitality industry—from hiring managers to meeting planners to hotel general managers. Here’s their advice for being a candidate who stands out.

The Cooper, a 191-room hotel, is the first luxury property to debut on the peninsula in Charleston, South Carolina.

The 313-room Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah is slated to open in 2027. The 70-story hotel, located on the Arabian Gulf, offers 360-degree waterfront views and is located 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport.

The University of Kansas opened a conference center inside David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium; The University of Kansas Conference Center has a capacity of 300 guests.

Meetings Today’s recent fam visit to Anaheim saw a destination with the largest convention center on the West Coast entering a massive growth phase.

There’s so much happening in the meeting and incentive destinations of “State 48.” Here are updates from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tucson and Flagstaff.

Albany Capital Center’s $54.9 million expansion will increase its meeting and event capabilities, offering 84,000 square feet of rentable space. 

For the first time in 50 years, both the Democratic and Republican parties are seriously considering holding midterm conventions. Could some business events get bumped to make room in the host cities?