Archives for July 2024

Weekly Group Meetings and Events Stats, Week Ending July 27, 2024

Secondary markets Austin, Portland and Indianapolis show top event growth for the week For the week ending July 27, 2024, the growth of U.S. meetings and events was down slightly by 3.4% compared to the previous week. Corporate events share volume …

Article: Right tools help small hotels gain group travel business

Group travel business can bring hotels much needed revenue. Jeff Bzdawka, CEO of research firm Knowland, offers tips on how smaller hotels with limited meeting space can capitalize on this revenue stream.

Weekly Group Meetings and Events Stats, Week Ending July 20, 2024

Chicago shows triple-digit event growth for the week For the week ending July 20, 2024, the growth of U.S. meetings and events was up 19.3% compared to the previous week. Corporate events share volume is 60.2%, with National Association and …

The Power of Sports Tourism Events for Hotels

The rise of sports tourism has ushered in a new era for the hospitality industry, offering hotels a lucrative opportunity to diversify their bookings and cater to a vibrant segment of travelers. Sports tourism in the United States generated $9.7 …

Corporate travel spend is up this year: Deloitte

A vast majority of business travelers enjoy the experience, but higher prices continue to impact their plans, according to a new report.

APAC: Emerging Powerhouse for MICE Business Growth [Q2 2024 Regional Update]

The Asia Pacific (APAC) region is rapidly emerging as a dominant force in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) business. As this sector continues to grow, there are both boundless opportunities and notable challenges for …

Weekly Group Meetings and Events Stats, Week Ending July 13, 2024

Meetings and Events jump back with over 150% growth after holiday week For the week ending July 13, 2024, the growth of U.S. meetings and events increased compared to the previous week by 157.2% as expected after the July 4th holiday. Corporate …

Navigating 2025’s Hotel Budgeting Season with Confidence

Budgeting is an integral part of any business, and the hotel industry is no exception. Understanding the market, your hotel’s performance, and industry trends is essential. Hotel budget season can be stressful, but you can navigate it efficiently …

Sports tourism drives meetings growth in Las Vegas: report

The sports entertainment category isn’t just driving leisure tourism. It’s also boosting meetings travel for events related to the industry, according to Knowland.

Exploring MICE Growth in the Middle East [Q2 2024: Regional Update]

The Middle East’s MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry is witnessing transformative growth, driven by a blend of innovation, strategic investments, and a unique melding of business with leisure travel. As the …

Sports Tourism Drives Las Vegas Year-over-Year Growth in Meetings for June with a 22.2 Percent Uptick, Knowland Data Shows

Louisville leads secondary markets with 72.73 percent year-over-year growth fueled by  financial industry events ARLINGTON, Va. — July 10, 2024 — Knowland, the world’s leading provider of data-as-a-service insights on meetings and events for …