BestCities Wraps 2026 Global Forum in Guadalajara
Annual meetings industry event raises USD $2,500 for Guadalajara charity providing ballet training to vulnerable youth BestCities Global Alliance welcomed international association leaders, trade media, industry experts, and representatives from 13 partner destinations to its annual Global Forum, held February 5-8 in Guadalajara, Mexico. The event was delivered with support from the Guadalajara Visitors and Convention
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What’s New This March
Catch up on what’s new across the BestCities Global Alliance this March. From major congress wins and sector insights to new infrastructure, strategic initiatives and global recognitions across our partner cities, this month’s round-up highlights how destinations and associations are advancing impact, innovation and long-term value in the business events industry.
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Pioneering Sustainability: BestCities Global Alliance’s Journey to Net Zero by 2050
The BestCities Global Alliance is taking bold steps to redefine sustainability in the events industry. As a signatory of the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge, the alliance is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. By integrating innovative strategies and measurable goals, their Global Forum is setting new standards for sustainable event management.
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What’s New This February?
BestCities destinations are kicking off 2026 with purpose, from major events and venue upgrades to new partnerships and sustainability efforts. This month’s highlights show how our global cities continue to lead through innovation, collaboration and long-term impact.
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What’s New This January?
2026 is off to a strong start across the BestCities network. In this month’s round-up, we’re celebrating global recognition across our partner cities, sharing an update on the upcoming Global Forum in Guadalajara, and highlighting a few early-year activities from destinations already building momentum.
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2025 Awards: A Year of Global Recognition for BestCities Partner Cities
BestCities partner cities have once again been recognised by leading global rankings, industry awards, and international media. This annual awards round-up captures the achievements that highlight their ongoing leadership in business events, destination sustainability, and visitor experience.
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What’s New This December?
As we wrap up an eventful year across the Alliance, this month’s round-up highlights key developments shaping the association landscape, updates from the BestCities head office, and fresh news from our partner destinations. From inspiring impact initiatives to major global events and milestones in our cities, December brings a fitting close to a productive 2025. We’re pleased to share the latest stories and look ahead to the opportunities 2026 will bring.
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What’s New This November?
As 2025 draws to a close, the BestCities community continues to build momentum across the globe. From impactful association events and thought-provoking discussions on AI, to major congresses, sustainability milestones, and new destination achievements, this month’s stories reflect the innovation and collaboration that define our Alliance.
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Sustainability in Action: BestCities Destinations Shine in GDS-Index 2025
The 2025 GDS-Awards and GDS-Index results are in, and BestCities Global Alliance is proud to celebrate the strong performance of our partner cities across key global and regional rankings. While this year’s GDS-Awards did not include individual wins for the Alliance, the results of the GDS-Index reinforce the continued leadership, innovation, and collaboration of our
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AI Transformations in Business: Insights from Community Cafe with Julian Moore
Introduction The recent session of Community Cafe, hosted by BestCities Global Alliance, explored the dynamic world of AI applications within business, featuring expert insights from Julian Moore. This session represents the third discussion in an engaging series about Artificial Intelligence and its real-world utility. Here, Julian Moore delves deep into how AI tools like chatbots,
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