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GLOBAL: Destinations International and TravelAbility, a leading conference and media company dedicated to accessible travel, announced the release of an updated and expanded edition of the Accessibility Playbook. This comprehensive toolkit now includes curated resources, technology, and service provider recommendations, actionable strategies, and an accompanying AI companion to help destinations move from awareness to implementation in serving travelers with disabilities and the aging population.
CINCINNATI: Marriott Hotels will operate the new 700-room convention center hotel in downtown Cincinnati. Part of the city’s ongoing $800 million transformation of its convention district, the brand-new HQ hotel will sit alongside the newly reimagined convention center and a two-acre park at Elm Street Plaza. Construction on the headquarters hotel is expected to begin later this year. The property will feature more than 62,000 square feet of meeting space and a 17,000-square-foot events terrace.
LOS ANGELES: Hello Sunshine, part of Candle Media, announced the return of Shine Away, connected by AT&T, for its third year, taking the experiential franchise to new heights on Oct. 11 and 12 at the Universal Studios Lot. Hello Sunshine founder Reese Witherspoon will return to kick off the program for fans, who will enjoy unprecedented access to entertainment and talent from Hello Sunshine.
NEW YORK: Convene announced its expansion into New York City’s SoHo neighborhood with a new venue at 555 Broadway, also known as the Scholastic Building. Convene 555 Broadway will occupy over 32,000 square feet on the second floor, offering a maximum event capacity of just over 450 guests. This will be the 16th Convene venue in New York City.
SAN FRANCISCO: The San Francisco Travel Association and Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI)—a global leader in sales representation for independent luxury hotels and resorts, cruise lines, and destination management companies—announced a new strategic partnership designed to attract more meetings, incentives, and conference business to San Francisco. This marks ALHI’s first formal partnership with a city destination marketing organization.
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