Choose Chicago Promotes Obama Presidential Center with Meeting Professionals
Choose Chicago assembled meeting professionals to highlight the upcoming Obama Presidential Center opening. The event also showcased future event opportunities associated with the center.
New Orleans to Host PCMA Convening Leaders 2029
New Orleans has been chosen to host the PCMA Convening Leaders event in 2029. This significant conference is a key moment for professionals in the meetings and events industry.
Construction Planned for 116-Room Hotel Near Jackson, MS
A $20 million hotel featuring 116 rooms is set to break ground soon near Jackson, Mississippi. The exact site has been publicly identified, enhancing local lodging options.
Hilton Launches Undergraduate Campus-Centric Hotel Brand
Hilton has introduced 'Undergraduate,' its latest hotel brand focused on university campus locations across the U.S. The brand targets students, families, and campus visitors with lodging tailored to their needs.
Jamaica Wins 14th WAVE Award for Travel Advisor Engagement
The Jamaica Tourist Board has received its 14th WAVE Award, recognizing its outstanding role in travel advisor engagement and market excellence within Caribbean tourism. This award reinforces Jamaica's position as a leading destination in the region.
Blue Cruise Relaunches from Miami Featuring Caribbean and Music Tourism
Blue Cruise has restarted sailings from Miami, centering on Caribbean destinations and promoting music tourism. The cruise aims to enrich cultural experiences linked to Caribbean music during its voyages.
Seward Cruise Terminal Opens with Royal Caribbean Support and Business Award
The Seward Cruise Terminal in Alaska has officially opened with support from Royal Caribbean Group. It also earned a Small Business Accelerator Award recognizing its significance.
Norwegian Viva Cancels Puerto Rico Sailings, Relocates to Miami for 2028
Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled almost seven months of Norwegian Viva sailings from Puerto Rico in 2028, relocating the ship's homeport to Miami during that time. Travelers with original bookings are advised to update their plans accordingly.
California HS Rail Approves $3.5B Contract for Central Valley Section
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has approved a major contract worth $3.5 billion to build track and systems in the Central Valley segment. This move follows over a decade of construction planning for California's high-speed rail project.
Quebec PQ Party to Pull Out of Alto High-Speed Rail Project
Quebec’s Parti Québécois has announced plans to exit the Alto high-speed rail project if it forms the next government. The decision follows protests by farmers and citizens concerned about the project’s impacts.
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4,896 Delays and 126 Flight Cancellations Hit US Airports on July 18, 2026
Nearly 4,900 flights were delayed and 126 cancelled across US airports on July 18, 2026, with Chicago O’Hare experiencing the most disruptions. Wildfire smoke from Canada reduced visibility and air quality, affecting major hubs and airlines like Southwest and American.
Texas Storms Prompt FAA Ground Stops and 3,600+ Flight Delays on July 15
Severe storms in Texas caused over 3,600 flight delays and 83 cancellations nationwide on July 15, 2026. FAA ground stops at Dallas-Fort Worth and Dallas Love Field airports led to extended delays averaging 90 minutes.
Business Traveller Global Awards to Debut in Singapore in 2026
The Business Traveller Global Awards will take place in Singapore for the first time in 2026. This follows an expanded partnership with ITB Asia to bring the event to the Asia travel market.