ANA and Japan Airlines Cancel Flights in Okinawa as Typhoon Strikes
ANA and Japan Airlines canceled several flights in Okinawa in late May 2026 due to a powerful typhoon impacting southern Japan. Critical safety alerts were issued, prompting travelers to reschedule plans.
US and LATAM Fuel Peru’s MICE Tourism Boom Through 2026
Peru’s MICE tourism is growing as business travelers from the US and several Latin American countries increase travel. Flights by LATAM, American, and United to Peru are full through 2026.
UK Meetings Industry Warns of Risks After VisitBritain Budget Cuts
Funding cuts by VisitBritain to business events have triggered warnings from UK meetings industry leaders. They caution this may affect the nation's competitiveness and future event growth.
Park Hyatt to Launch All-Inclusive Riviera Maya Caribbean Resort
Park Hyatt will open its first all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean, located in Riviera Maya. The resort will include plunge-pool penthouses and now has an official opening date.
Universal Kids Resort Opens July 1 Featuring New Hotel and Tickets
Universal Kids Resort is set to open on July 1, 2026, featuring new hotel accommodations and ticketing options, including annual passes. Visitors will have opportunities to plan their stays and ticket purchases from the launch date.
Blue Diamond Resorts Exits Cuban Hospitality Market
Canadian hotel operator Blue Diamond Resorts has ended its hotel operations in Cuba as of May 31, 2026. The company has withdrawn from the Caribbean island’s hospitality market.
Nepal Launches Tourism Promotion Program in Bangkok
Nepal recently held a tourism promotion event in Bangkok focused on increasing the country's visibility in Southeast Asia. The program also aimed to build stronger partnerships with regional travel agents.
Queensland’s Big Pineapple Gains Tourism Funding Boost
Queensland’s Big Pineapple is part of a funding boost to tourism icons worth $25.5 million. The investment prioritizes facility upgrades and promotional work across the state.
Cairns Tourism Expands Beyond Gateway Role
Cairns is transitioning from a regional gateway to a full-fledged tourist destination with significant investments and infrastructure improvements. These efforts aim to enhance its appeal within Queensland's tourism sector.
Buffalo Welcomes First Passenger Cruise Ship in Decades
The American Patriot cruise ship made a historic docking at Buffalo’s waterfront in late May 2026, the first passenger cruise ship to do so in decades. This event marks a renewed chapter for Great Lakes cruise tourism at the city’s port.
















