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GBTA Convention 2026 Unites the Global Business Travel Industry to Connect, Learn, Innovate and Shape the Sector’s Future

ParDebbie Iannaci

More than 5,500 attendees from 47 countries gathered in Chicago for the industry’s largest annual conference, featuring education, executive insights, innovation showcases, awards, advocacy, sustainability initiatives and future-focused programming GBTA Convention 2026 concluded yesterday after welcoming more than 5,500 attendees from 47 countries for the industry’s largest annual gathering and a week of discussions focused…

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Fuel Shock Keeps Business Travel Prices Elevated Through 2026 With Relief Ahead in 2027, According to New GBTA Forecast

ParDebbie Iannaci

Airfares, hotel rates, ground transportation and meetings and events costs are expected to remain under pressure through year-end, driven by higher energy prices, rising labor costs and resilient global demand Following a year marked by unprecedented energy-market disruption and rising operational costs, global business travel prices are expected to remain elevated through the remainder of…

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From First-Timers to Industry Veterans: Making the Most of GBTA Convention 2026

ParTara Erwin

In this feature series, GBTA’s Board of Directors share their perspectives on topics that matter most to members, the industry and the way forward for business travel. Today’s guest author is Allied Board member and Treasurer Kevin Sullivan, Managing Director of Sales at Southwest Business. Convention season is here, and when I touch down in Chicago next month for GBTA Convention…

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As India’s Business Travel Market Expands, GBTA’s Role Grows Stronger

ParTara Erwin

In this feature series, GBTA’s Board of Directors share their perspectives on topics that matter most to members, the industry and the way forward for business travel. Today’s guest author is Board member, Amarnath Lal Das, India Travel Lead and Global Crisis and Compliance at Accenture Solutions PVT. LTD. When it comes to business travel, India is…

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Asia Pacific Business Travel to Surpass $700 Billion in 2026, Leading Global Growth Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty 

ParDebbie Iannaci

At its 2026 APAC Conference attracting over 1,100 delegates, GBTA revealed new data on regional business travel growth as well as its economic impact in Singapore Business travel across Asia Pacific is on a strong upward trajectory, with the region projected to remain the largest global market in 2026 — even as companies navigate ongoing…

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Canada Sees Continued Business Travel Growth and Strong Economic Impact in Toronto

ParTara Erwin

Canada’s business travel and meetings market is gaining momentum, according to analysis and insights shared about the sector by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) during its 2026 Canada Conference, held April 27-29 at The Westin Harbour Castle. GBTA research shows that despite ongoing global uncertainty and economic pressures, business travel remains a critical driver of economic growth, innovation and face-to-face collaboration in Canada and beyond.  “Business travel continues to prove its resilience and relevance worldwide, and Canada is no exception,” said…

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GBTA Canada Conference 2026: Energizing Our Community, Inspiring Progress

ParTara Erwin

In this feature series, GBTA’s Board of Directors share their perspectives on topics that matter most to members, the industry and the way forward for business travel. Today’s guest author is Liz Oliveira, Global Travel Manager at OMERS.    As someone who has attended the GBTA Canada Conference for many years, I’ve come to appreciate how powerfully it brings…

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The Power of Community at the GBTA Chapter Leadership Summit

ParTara Erwin

In this feature series, GBTA’s Board of Directors share their perspectives on topics that matter most to members, the industry and the way forward for business travel. Today’s guest author is Michelle Amos, Travel & Expense, Meetings & Events Manager at Qualtrics.  Every year, the U.S. GBTA Chapter Leadership Summit brings the GBTA community together…

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GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2025 in Hamburg Spotlights Advocacy, Innovation and Resilience in European Business Travel

ParTara Erwin

One of Europe’s Largest Gatherings of Industry Professionals Focuses on Growth & Sustainability as Business Travel Spending Advances Toward €389.9 Billion Business travel’s evolving landscape and the drive toward a more sustainable future took center stage this week at the GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2025 in Hamburg. From 10–12 November, the CCH – Congress…

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GBTA Foundation’s 2025 WINiT Summit & Gala Celebrate the Power of Possibility and Leaders Advancing Gender Equity in Business Travel  

ParTara Erwin

Events explore strategies to drive leadership progress across sector and recognize standout achievements  The GBTA Foundation, the cause-led arm of the Global Business Travel Association, hosted its 2025 WINiT Summit, Awards & Gala yesterday at Civic Hall in New York City. Now in its 11th year, GBTA WINiT (“Women in Travel”), a program dedicated to…

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New Research Shows Ongoing Barriers to Women’s Advancement in Business Travel

ParTara Erwin

Study presented at the annual WINiT Summit examines gender gaps in leadership, satisfaction and safety Women are the majority of professionals in key business travel industry roles – comprising 74% of travel buyers and over half of travel supplier (62%) and travel management company (TMC) staff (55%) – yet remain underrepresented in senior leadership and…

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Business Travel Spending in Latin America Expected to Reach $63.9 Billion USD in 2025 Amidst Modest Gains and Economic Headwinds 

ParTara Erwin

At the GBTA LATAM Conference 2025, industry leaders and new regional leadership spotlight resilience, data insights, and strategic priorities for corporate travel in the region  Scroll down for Spanish version Business travel spending in Latin America – which includes Central and South America and Mexico – is projected to reach $63.9 billion USD this year,…