What will make an event worth the investment in 2027? Drawing on BCD Meetings & Events’ latest trends guide and conversations at MASTERS by inVOYAGE, we explore four priorities for planners, from designing for uncertainty and putting AI to work to earning audience attention and demonstrating business value.

Bigger isn’t always better. When it comes to C-suite retreats and incentive groups, the right setting can make all the difference. From private villas to intimate boutique hideaways, we’ve picked out four exceptional hotels making a compelling case for smaller-scale luxury - with the privacy, personality and sense of place to create something memorable.

Luxury is changing. And it’s no longer just about the hotel. From Aman and Six Senses to Auberge and Four Seasons, discover why the most compelling luxury experiences are increasingly defined by a sense of place, local connection and authenticity — and what this shift means when creating standout incentive programmes and events.

A legendary name. An unforgettable setting. One very special opening night. Discover what Orient Express has planned for MASTERS by inVOYAGE at The Savoy this November, and explore the extraordinary experiences redefining the brand.

Four academics from King's Business School and a strategist from McLaren Automotive join this November's programme. Here's a closer look at who’s in the room, and the expertise they’ll be bringing with them.

Product launch? Incentive? Private dinner? W Barcelona can do all three - and much more. From the Great Room to the Mediterranean, we explore five ways to bring an event to life at one of Barcelona’s most distinctive addresses.

What happens when one of Barcelona's most recognisable event hotels gets an €80 million makeover? We take you inside W Barcelona's transformation – from the new rooms already open to the spaces, experiences and event opportunities still to come.

Everyone knows Barcelona. But how many of your VIP guests have sailed along its coastline, tasted wine among the vineyards or experienced Montserrat beyond the usual day trip? We take a closer look at the experiences that can take a Barcelona incentive beyond the obvious.

What does it actually take to build a DMC from the ground up? Five years, a business launched during COVID, 400+ guests across multiple off-sites and plenty of lessons along the way. We sit down with Creators of Live founder Jacco Verschoor to find out what he has learnt – and what event planners can take from it.

Is the countryside the luxury incentive setting we’re overlooking? With more space, spectacular landscapes and experiences that feel genuinely connected to the destination, rural properties can give groups a very different kind of stay. We explore five that are worth knowing for your next programme.

From dolphin watching off the Arrábida Coast and horseback rides through the rice fields to oyster tastings, micro-terroir wine and Portuguese cooking workshops, Comporta has plenty to offer beyond its beautiful hotels. Ahead of inVOYAGE Comporta next month, discover the experiences worth building into your next incentive programme.

One country. Four very different experiences. From Porto’s historic streets and the vineyards of the Douro to the wide-open landscapes of the Alentejo and the energy of Lisboa, Portugal offers a wealth of possibilities for luxury groups. Discover the destinations, experiences and ideas worth putting on your next programme.

What does it really take to create value in today's business landscape? As King's Business School returns to MASTERS by inVOYAGE, this year's executive programme explores the five forces redefining leadership—and why they matter now more than ever.