Sri Lanka Convention Bureau Completes MICE Roadshows in India
The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau finished a promotional campaign across Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and Chennai, highlighting Sri Lanka’s business events capabilities. The roadshows aimed to attract MICE tourism from India’s corporate sector.
IHG signs two-hotel development deal with Meraki Land in Vietnam
IHG Hotels & Resorts has entered a development agreement with Meraki Land for two new hotels in Vietnam. The partnership was announced on June 3, 2026.
CDC Investigates Gastrointestinal Illness on Alaska Cruise Ship
A gastrointestinal illness outbreak has sickened passengers and crew on an Alaska cruise ship. The CDC is conducting an active investigation into the situation.
Norwegian Cancels Many Viva Sailings, Shifts Caribbean Homeport to Miami
Norwegian Cruise Line has cancelled multiple months of Norwegian Viva cruises, including those from San Juan. The Caribbean homeport for the ship will move to Miami through early 2028.
Carnival Data Breach Exposes Nearly 6 Million Cruise Passenger Records
Carnival Cruise Line confirmed a cybersecurity breach affecting close to six million passengers. Information exposed includes passport details, with investigations ongoing.
Brightline Confirms U.S. Demand for Private Passenger Rail
Brightline has shown strong passenger demand for private rail travel in the U.S. Despite debates surrounding sustainability, its ongoing operations highlight substantial interest in private rail service.
New Chair and Business Plan Update for California High-Speed Rail Board
The California High-Speed Rail Authority appointed a new board chair in June 2026 and approved an updated business plan. A new construction team was also confirmed to lead project development.
Nanaimo Receives First Alaskan Cruise Ship in 2026
Nanaimo has received the first Alaskan cruise ship of the 2026 season, arriving in early June. This development allows cruise travelers to include Nanaimo as part of their Alaska voyage.
TTM+ 2026 in Pattaya Emphasizes Wellness and Sustainable Travel
TTM+ 2026 convened in Pattaya with global tourism purchasers discussing wellness and sustainable travel opportunities. The event highlighted evolving trends in experience-driven tourism.
WestJet Introduces Flexible Cancel For Any Reason Option
WestJet has launched a Cancel For Any Reason product through a partnership with Hopper Technology Solutions. This new option provides travelers greater refund flexibility for canceled flights.
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Spain Rail Strike July 15 Cancels 328 Trains Nationwide
Spain's Railway Union has scheduled a 24-hour strike on July 15, leading to 328 train cancellations nationwide. Passengers can modify or cancel tickets without fees due to the disruption.
Xi’an–Shiyan High-Speed Railway Line Officially Opens, Travel Time Reduced to 1 Hour
The Xi’an–Shiyan high-speed railway line opened on June 30, 2026. Trains now cover 257 km in about one hour at speeds up to 350 km/h.
East Midlands Railway Cancels Multiple Services Amid July 2026 Heatwave
East Midlands Railway cancelled numerous train services in July 2026 due to extreme heat and rolling stock shortages. Regional and Intercity routes between Nottingham, Leicester, and London St Pancras were most affected.