Destinations

After many years without cruise visits, Buffalo waterfront has welcomed its first cruise ship, pointing to renewed cruise activity at the port. This could lead to expanded lake cruise options in the future.

Rendez-vous Canada 2026 has begun in Toronto, with expectations of over $100 million in tourism sales. The event is attracting a record number of international buyers.

The Taiwan Tourism Administration has presented a major campaign at NATAS Travel Fair 2026 aimed at boosting tourism. The initiative seeks to promote Taiwan as an attractive travel destination.

Azerbaijan is enhancing travel from China by introducing visa-free entry and establishing direct flights. These measures are part of a push led by the Beijing Tourism Office to make travel between the two countries more accessible.

Mews and SiteMinder have launched an AI-powered hospitality platform in Amsterdam that consolidates multiple hotel systems into one integrated solution. The new platform integrates hotel distribution and operational tasks.

Luxury hotels in the USA are seeing robust demand from domestic travelers this summer. This sustained trend reflects a growing preference for upscale accommodations during summer 2026.

Skillcation combines travel with learning new skills and is gaining traction in the United States as an emerging craft travel trend in 2026. American travelers are increasingly incorporating educational experiences into their vacations.

Millions of travelers from Germany and Europe are expected to visit Poland in 2026. The country has overtaken Spain and Italy as the preferred destination for European tourists.

Italy's general strike on May 29 is forecast to cause significant flight cancellations, potentially disrupting travel for nearly 180,000 passengers. Travelers should prepare for possible delays and cancellations.

United Airlines has warned travelers of potential disruptions at six key East Coast airports ahead of Memorial Day. Passengers should prepare for possible delays during this busy travel period.