Portugal Strike Cancels 500+ Flights and Shuts Down Public Transport June 3
A general strike in Portugal on June 3, 2026, caused over 500 flight cancellations and halted public transport services nationwide. Travel disruptions extended across key European routes.
Typhoon Jangmi Disrupts Flights and Trains in Eastern Japan
Typhoon Jangmi caused major disruptions to flights and rail services across eastern Japan in early June 2026. Recovery efforts have started, but travelers should confirm their transport schedules.
Hong Kong Introduces Multi-Venue Luxury Festival Fusing Business and Tourism
Hong Kong has unveiled a multi-venue luxury festival concept combining business events with high-end tourism experiences. The festival aims to draw both business and luxury leisure visitors.
Kenya Expands Conference Facilities to Boost Business Tourism
Kenya is expanding its conference venues to support the growing demands of the MICE sector. This move is intended to strengthen the country's business tourism industry and raise service standards.
Cori Hornbæk Hotel Launches in Denmark
The Cori Hornbæk Hotel has officially opened in Denmark, introducing new modern accommodation choices in the Hornbæk area as of June 2026. Details on services remain limited.
Melia to Shut Several Hotels in Cuba Due to Sector Difficulties
Meliá Hotels International is closing multiple hotel properties in Cuba amid growing economic and geopolitical challenges. This marks a setback for the island's tourism sector.
IHG Hotels Signs Two-Hotel Deal with Meraki Land in Vietnam
IHG has partnered with Meraki Land to develop two new hotels in Vietnam, marking an expansion of its presence in the country. The deal was revealed in June 2026.
Derry and Strabane See Major Tourism Uptick in 2025
Derry and Strabane reported a notable increase in tourism in 2025, with official sources highlighting a substantial rise in visitors to this Northern Ireland region. The growth emphasizes the area's strong appeal as a travel destination.
Al-Urumah Season Draws 800,000 Visitors to Saudi Arabia
The Al-Urumah Season in Saudi Arabia attracted approximately 800,000 visitors, marking an important milestone in the nation's eco-tourism sector. This event signals rising interest in sustainable tourism across the region.
Colombia Boosts Cruise Industry with New Ships and More Ports
Colombia’s cruise industry is growing thanks to new cruise ships visiting more ports along its coast. This expansion is contributing to the country’s rising profile in the cruise market.
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EU’s Biometric Entry/Exit System Delays at 29 Borders Since October 2025
The EU’s biometric Entry/Exit System began in October 2025 at 29 borders, replacing manual passport stamping. Lengthy waits and multi-hour queues have emerged at airports and land crossings during its rollout.
EU Biometric Entry/Exit System Causes Border Delays in 29 Countries
The EU started its biometric Entry/Exit System in October 2025 across 29 Schengen external borders. Early 2026 peak periods saw passenger waits of up to two hours at key airports.
EU Biometric Border Checks Cause Queues at Major Airports from August 2026
The EU's biometric Entry/Exit System fully deployed in August 2026 has caused long queues at major airports and land borders. Wait times have reached two hours at some Schengen airports and several hours at the Croatia–Serbia border.