AI in event planning, visitor levies, and more
This month's industry news highlights an industry embracing change with confidence - from AI in event planning driving accessibility to policy discussions and new training...

1. Intercontinental London – The O2 – opened January 2016 with one of the largest pillar free ballrooms in Europe
2. The Doubletree by Hilton London Excel – 260 bedrooms and meeting space for 90
3. Canary Riverside Plaza – opened in June with 230sqm ballroom and an indoor pool that runs alongside the Thames
4. CitizenM Hotel Tower of London – opened in July opposite the Tower of London with the cloudM sky bar with a wraparound balcony
5. Hyatt Place London Heathrow/Hayes – opened in May as the first Hyatt Place branded hotel in the UK and the second will Heathrow in 2017