Corporate Travel Has a Trust Problem. Here’s What Comes Next
By Cheryl Lamont, Vice President, Marketing & Communications, ALTOUR Let’s be honest. Corporate travel has a trust problem. Buyers don’t fully trust pricing. Travelers don’t trust the experience. And too many programs rely on policy enforcement rather than genuine engagement. That was the unspoken backdrop to many of the conversations at this year’s ALTOUR Global […]
Why Risk Mitigation for Events Matter
Written by: Dr. John Rose The Foundation of Event Success In the realm of event planning, success is often perceived as the flawless orchestration of details that culminates in an experience where every element operates seamlessly, leaving attendees both impressed and deeply satisfied. What is frequently overlooked, however, is the critical infrastructure underpinning this success […]
ALTOUR Mexico Marks 30 Years of Corporate Travel Management with Vision and Momentum
This month, we’re celebrating ALTOUR Mexico’s 30-year journey, we are so proud of achieving this major milestone. It’s a story of adapting to change, investing in innovation and building trust with clients, and people across the industry. This anniversary was more than a celebration, it was a reaffirmation of what business travel means today and […]
World Cup corporate travel is about more than getting there
The 2026 World Cup tournament is being touted as an unforgettable 39-day festival of sporting history, and it’s having a huge impact on how organizations are thinking about major global events like this when it comes to corporate travel. The 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place June 11 to July 19, 2026, across 16 cities […]
Top Event Trends for 2026
Event trends for 2026 reflect an industry under pressure, and full of opportunity. Budgets are increasing, but costs are rising faster. Expectations are higher. Scrutiny is sharper. Events now need to prove their value, and not just promise it. This is also true for incentive experiences. Despite economic uncertainty, confidence in the events industry is […]
What It Takes to Get Meetings & Event Planning Right for 2026
As organisations look ahead to 2026, meetings and events are under more scrutiny than ever. Senior leaders want impact, attendees expect relevance, and event owners are being asked to deliver outcomes, not just well-run agendas. At ALTOUR, our meetings and events experts start the planning process with your objectives and your people. That means designing […]
Business Travel Show America 2025 – Where Travel Tech Meets Real-World Impact
The inaugural BTN Business Travel Show America in New York (15–16 October 2025) delivered an impressive debut. From the moment the doors opened, the energy was undeniable – the ALTOUR booth was buzzing with conversations, client catch-ups, and new connections. The atmosphere captured a clear message: business travel is evolving fast, and the industry is […]
Reflections from GBTA Denver
Doug Payne Marks 34 Years at Convention and Shares Top Highlights from an Unforgettable Week A Milestone Convention This year’s GBTA Convention in Denver marked my 34th consecutive appearance – and as I prepare to retire after more than four decades in the business travel industry, it was a milestone I’ll never forget. Over the […]
