Mazatlan announced the inaugural Mazatlan Bird Festival, set to take place Jan. 16 to 19, 2009, at Hotel Playa Mazatlan, Mexico.

Travel executives from five companies participated in a panel discussion titled “The Recession: Does It Manage You or Do You Manage It?” at TheTradeShow. The panel kicked off the Main Stage presentations at TheTradeShow when it opened in Orlando at 2 p.m. on Sept. 7.

The Anguilla Tourist Board and BET Event Productions announced the special performers for the Sixth Annual Tranquility Jazz Festival set to take place in the island paradise of Anguilla Nov. 6-9.

The 2008 Bermuda Music Festival is offering travel packages priced $860, including three nights/four days at one of Bermuda’s resorts; airport transfers; hotel taxes; transportation to and/from the venue; three-night Silver ticket to the Bermuda Music Festival; and entry to the private cocktail party.

North America will be showcasing an increased number of companies when they participate in EIBTM 2008, in Europe this year. With many being represented for the first time and others increasing their stand space, the continent will have a considerable presence.

Supporting the hospitality industry’s continued efforts to decrease carbon footprints and develop eco-friendly properties, the 93rd Annual International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show (IH/M&RS) will feature educational programming, a special exhibitor and product awards highlighting the latest sustainable products and resources.