Carnival Cruise Introduces Stricter Bikini Rules at Island Ports
Carnival Cruise Line will enforce a stricter bikini dress code at island ports starting June 2026. The new swimwear rules have reportedly surprised some passengers.
Amadeus Launches AI Travel Advertising Platform with Accenture
Amadeus has launched an AI-powered travel advertising platform in partnership with Accenture. The tool aims to help hotels, airlines, and destinations worldwide optimize their digital campaigns and increase bookings.
Canada Joins Global Nations at Miami CSI Design Expo 2026
Canada will join several countries at the Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Americas 2026 in Miami, featuring over 400 exhibitors from the cruise design industry.
Alaska Cruise Ship Adds Marine Observer to Prevent Whale Collisions
A new Alaska cruise ship has included a marine mammal observer onboard to help reduce whale strike risks. This step represents enhanced efforts to protect marine wildlife during cruises in Alaska waters.
Warnemünde Awaits 161 Cruise Visits Including New Maiden Ships in 2026
Warnemünde port in Germany is set to welcome 161 cruise ship calls in 2026, including three maiden ship arrivals. Luxury vessels and multiple simultaneous dockings will feature throughout the season.
WTTC Approves Eight Priorities to Boost Global Travel Growth
The WTTC Executive Council has approved eight strategic priorities aimed at fostering sustainable growth and transformation in the global travel and tourism sector.
COITM and Beijing’s Chaoyang District Launch Cultural Tourism Festival 2026
COITM is joining with Beijing's Chaoyang District to organize a cultural tourism festival in 2026. The event aims to promote innovation across inbound and outbound tourism markets.
US Joins Vancouver International Travel Expo 2026 with Key Partners
The United States will join key international partners at the Vancouver International Travel Expo 2026, an event focused on promoting B2B tourism growth. Countries including Canada, Mexico, Taiwan, India, and Spain will also be involved.
Amadeus and Accenture Introduce AI Travel Advertising Platform
Amadeus, together with Accenture, has launched an AI-driven travel advertising platform. It seeks to assist hotels, airlines, and destinations in optimizing campaigns to raise booking numbers globally.
SM Hotels Appoints Janytte Siega as GM of SMX Convention Center Seaside Cebu
Janytte Siega has been named General Manager of the soon-to-open SMX Convention Center Seaside Cebu. SM Hotels announced the appointment as they prepare to launch the new venue for business events in Cebu.
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French Nationwide Rail Strike Hits TGV, TER, RER Services on Nov 5
A nationwide rail strike in France on November 5, 2026 caused disruptions to TGV, TER, RER, and freight train services. Passengers should expect cancellations and delays.
Seattle Ballard Link Extension Draft EIS Published December 2026
Seattle’s Sound Transit and the Federal Transit Administration will publish the draft EIS for the Ballard Link Extension on December 11, 2026, with public feedback open until February 9, 2027. The project includes a 12.4 km light rail branch with up to nine stops and funding secured for the SODO to Seattle Center segment.
EU Investigates Spanish Rail Funds Following 69-Death Urda Crash
A train collision on 28 October 2026 near Urda, Spain, killed 69 people on the Madrid-Seville high-speed railway line. EU prosecutors have launched a fraud investigation into possible misuse of funds for rail safety upgrades following the disaster.