Getting ready for CIS en Español
This week, we’re spotlighting Norma as a standout volunteer leader. Norma has led the way in translating CIS materials in Spanish and delivering LATAM-based CIS trainings.
2026 SITE Crystal Award submissions open now
Considered the highest honor in our industry, the SITE Crystal Awards recognize creative, truly memorable incentive travel programs that keep employees engaged, drive business results, and improve the bottom line for global corporations.
SITE is accepting submissions through Friday, August 1, for the 2026 awards cycle.
Register now: June 13 webinar
Thank you to our friends at Destination Canada for supporting our next SITE webinar, taking place on Friday, June 13. This session will challenge you to rethink how you engage attendees onsite: moving from passive participation to active belonging. You’ll learn why real inclusivity demands bravery, empathy, and relentless intention — and how small design choices can spark powerful community impact.
Take the 2025 Incentive Travel Index survey
The Incentive Travel Index (ITI) is the business event industry’s most authoritative global survey on incentive travel. Add your voice to this important piece of research by completing the 2025 survey — featuring new questions on artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, agency pricing models, incentive travel’s role in HR strategy, participant diversity, and the impact of travel frictions and geopolitical disruption.
Save the date: June 27 members-only roundtable
Members Roundtables is a space for SITE members to engage in open conversation, share ideas, and learn from one another through peer-to-peer dialogue. These virtual, member-driven sessions are built around breakout room discussions on topics that matter to our members. SITE’s communities will be helping shape discussions on June 27, with members from SITE’s Sustainability, DEIBA, Wellness, and Women in Leadership communities helping spark conversations.
Virtual CIS cohort launches August 13
Earn your CIS through a blend of self-directed online coursework combined with weekly online peer discussion groups to check your understanding of what you’re learning and discuss new ideas with industry leaders and other professionals.
Donate an item to the SITE Classic auctions
Help support the growth of the incentive travel industry by donating an auction prize for this year’s SITE Classic live and silent auctions. The first 50 donations valued at $1,500 USD or more will also earn donors a SITE NITE North America ticket, as an extra incentive to be generous with your gifting!
Jobs board resource from SITE
Browse open incentive and wider event industry opportunities via SITE’s career website.
Save on MPI certifications
SITE members can access three MPI’s virtual live certifications, taking place in July. Receive an MPI member rate on selected certifications by using the code SITEmember25.
Register your support to the “Code”
No country is immune to the sexual exploitation of children in travel and tourism, and everyone has a role to play in ending this crime. Member companies interested in partnering with The Code agree to adhere to six criteria. These criteria are practical steps that companies can take to fulfill their commitment to protecting children and creating a socially responsible business.
The Meliá Incentive Travel Program 2025 offers Travel Advisors an elevated way to deliver rewarding, seamless experiences for their incentive groups across the globe. With access to a handpicked selection of top-tier hotels in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa, the program is designed to enhance both client satisfaction and advisor value.
- Program Highlights:
Complimentary room for the tour leader (15+ rooms/night)
Bonus MeliáRewards points (up to 2x earnings)
Welcome drinks for groups upon arrival - Complimentary delivery service for personalized in-room notes
Why Choose Meliá?
With luxury brands like Gran Meliá, Paradisus by Meliá, ME by Meliá, and The Meliá Collection, the portfolio blends contemporary luxury, cultural connection, and business-ready environments. From urban capitals to beachfront escapes, Meliá Hotels International provides versatile settings where incentive travel thrives.
