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ITB China 2026 opened in Shanghai on May 27, featuring significant growth in exhibitors. The event also highlighted new business matchmaking initiatives and global tourism cooperation.

Visit Fort Worth has introduced a new CEO to oversee its tourism and meetings operations. The announcement was made on May 26, 2026, highlighting a focus on strengthening these key sectors.

A passenger has filed a $7 million lawsuit against Carnival Cruise Line after sustaining burn injuries on a ship's pool deck due to excessively hot surfaces. This lawsuit highlights safety concerns aboard Carnival cruise ships.

ETIAS authorization now applies to ferry and cruise passengers traveling to Europe. Sea travelers must obtain ETIAS before departure to comply with updated border controls.

The Port of Seattle has approved a lease amendment extending Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings' use of the Seattle cruise terminal. This agreement reinforces ongoing cruise operations from the port.

Centralny Port Komunikacyjny foresees AeroExpress becoming Poland’s busiest rail passenger service. The operator is focusing on boosting ridership and extending its connections.

The Pacific Asia Travel Association marked 75 years by honoring member organizations with decades-long contributions at its 2026 Annual Summit in Pohang, South Korea. The event celebrated partnerships spanning more than 50 to 70 years.

WestJet has launched a 'Cancel For Any Reason' insurance option powered by Hopper Technology Solutions. This new offering provides travelers with increased flexibility for flight cancellations.

Travelport has joined forces with Cognizant and Anthropic in a collaboration aimed at advancing AI-powered technology for the travel industry. The partnership focuses on aligning with new AI developments to transform travel technology.

Mitch Whitten has been appointed as the new CEO of Visit Fort Worth, as announced on May 26, 2026. Visit Fort Worth focuses on advancing tourism and meetings growth in Fort Worth.