Articles tagged “Trump Effect”

Events across the United States are bracing for fewer international visitors when a new $250 visa integrity fee takes effect on October 1.

Tourism losses are mounting in Las Vegas as leisure travelers pull back. Still, conventions and trade shows remain a reliable draw and with record events already booked, 2026 could be the city’s strongest year yet for business events.

The poor jobs reports of the past three months reflect what planners are seeing in the meetings industry — fewer jobs with more applicants, and no sign of things letting up.

The deployment of 800 National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., highlights the tightrope event planners walk between ensuring safety and creating a welcoming atmosphere.