WTTC Urges Coordinated Response Amid Localized Ebola Outbreak
The WTTC emphasizes that the Ebola outbreak remains confined to Uganda and the DRC, calling for a calm and coordinated global response. Travelers are advised to follow official guidance and base decisions on evidence.
WTTC Projects 2026 World Cup Will Boost North American Tourism
The WTTC forecasts significant tourism growth linked to the FIFA World Cup 2026 across North America. The event is expected to generate considerable economic benefits despite some travel policy concerns.
American Airlines Adds New Chicago Routes for Winter Travel
American Airlines has added new nonstop flights from Chicago to multiple destinations including Mexico City and Kahului. These routes aim to offer travelers more options during winter.
Antigua Names Charmaine Spencer as New CMO
Charmaine Spencer has been appointed Chief Marketing Officer by the Antigua Tourism Authority, as announced in early June 2026. Her appointment aims to strengthen Antigua's presence in Caribbean tourism marketing.
Jamaica Strengthens Tourism Infrastructure for Expansion
Jamaica is actively reinforcing its tourism infrastructure and expanding stakeholder collaborations to support the growth of its tourism sector. These efforts are integral to the country’s strategy for sustainable tourism expansion.
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority Schedules First AGM in Recovery Phase
The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority is set to convene its first Annual General Meeting amid ongoing recovery in the nation's tourism sector. This event marks a notable moment as Zimbabwe’s tourism industry works to rebuild.
Durham Police Crack Down on Cross-Border Criminal Tourism
Durham police arrested 46 suspects and filed over 1,000 charges connected to criminal tourism in the region. This initiative targets cross-border crime impacting local safety.
Alberta Studies LRT Links to Calgary and Edmonton Airports
Alberta is considering new light rail transit links to Calgary and Edmonton airports as part of a larger rail expansion effort. This could facilitate future transit access to key airports.
Alberta Premier to Update Calgary Airport Rail Transit Plans
Alberta’s Premier will update plans for a passenger rail link connecting Calgary airport and downtown. The project is part of a broader strategy to improve transit in the Calgary region.
Rendez-vous Canada 2026 Shows Strong Canadian Tourism Momentum
Rendez-vous Canada 2026 recently highlighted the Canadian tourism sector’s solid performance, featuring notable business activity and industry momentum. This event reinforced Canada’s role as a key player in global tourism.
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EU Deploys Biometric Entry/Exit System at 29 Borders with Waits Up to Two Hours
The EU launched its biometric Entry/Exit System in October 2025 across 29 countries, causing wait times up to two hours at some airports. Congestion also affects land borders such as Croatia–Serbia during peak travel.
FAA Equipment Outage Disrupts Midwest Flights on August 7, 2026
An FAA equipment outage at Minneapolis control center on August 7, 2026, caused flight delays and ground stops at major Midwest airports. Delays impacted flights across eight states including Minnesota, Nebraska, and Iowa.
FAA Ground Stops at LaGuardia, JFK, and Newark on August 7, 2026
The FAA imposed ground stops at LaGuardia, JFK, and Newark airports on August 7, 2026, because of severe storms. Hundreds of flights were delayed or cancelled across these New York area airports.