Dominican Republic Special Guest at FIT 2026 Buenos Aires
The Dominican Republic has been named the special guest country for the FIT 2026 event in Buenos Aires. The announcement was made on June 8, 2026.
Blasson Group Adds Four Seasons Hotel in Seville
Madrid-based Blasson has expanded its luxury hotel holdings with a new Four Seasons property in Seville, Spain. This addition enhances the company's footprint in the premium travel market.
Dual-Branded Marriott Hotel Construction Starts in Las Vegas
Marriott is set to begin building a new dual-branded hotel in Las Vegas starting June 2026. This project is part of the company’s urban market expansion plans.
Shanghai’s Peak Travel Season Sees Surge in Tour Bookings
Tour bookings in Shanghai have increased sharply at the start of the 2026 peak travel season. Travelers should consider early arrangements due to heightened demand.
Mexico Competes with Top Global Destinations as US Travelers Shift Abroad
Mexico is competing with multiple leading global destinations for American tourists amid increasing domestic travel costs in the US. This shift signals a notable change in where Americans are choosing to spend their travel dollars.
Princess Cruises Spotlights Barbados for 2027 Caribbean Season
Princess Cruises has updated its Summer 2027 Caribbean itineraries to prioritize Barbados as a key southern Caribbean destination. More cruises will feature Barbados as a port of call.
Carnival Enforces New Bikini Dress Rules at Island Ports
Carnival Cruise Line will adopt a stricter bikini dress code at island ports starting in 2026. Passengers may need to adjust swimwear to meet the new requirements during these stops.
First 2026 Cruise Ships Dock in Green Bay Tuesday
The 2026 cruise season officially begins in Green Bay on Tuesday with the scheduled arrival of the first cruise ships. This marks the commencement of cruise operations at the port for the year.
Alberta Launches Passenger Rail Master Plan
The Alberta government unveiled a 30-year master plan focused on passenger rail development. Central to the plan are new train routes connecting the downtowns of Edmonton and Calgary with their airports.
California High-Speed Rail Awards $3.5B Track Contract
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has approved a $3.5 billion contract focused on track and systems work in the Central Valley. This move represents a key step forward in enhancing the rail infrastructure.
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Southwest Airlines Launches Weekly Austin to San José Nonstop Flight
Southwest Airlines will start weekly nonstop flights from Austin to San José, Costa Rica beginning March 13, 2027. The Saturday service connects Austin-Bergstrom and Juan Santamaría International airports.
Southwest Airlines Adds Flights and Routes for 2026 Football Season
Southwest Airlines has announced new flights and temporary routes for the 2026 college and NFL football seasons. Additional flights will also support volleyball games, music festivals, and other events this autumn.
FAA Ground Stop at Newark Airport Amid August 7 Severe Storm Delays
The FAA has maintained a ground stop at Newark Airport through at least 6:00pm on August 7, 2026, due to severe thunderstorms affecting the tri-state region. Newark, LaGuardia, and JFK airports face significant delays, with averages exceeding two hours at Newark and nearly six hours at JFK.