New Hotel Openings by Major Brands Set in South Texas
Major hotel brands have announced plans for new properties in South Texas, highlighting growth in the local hospitality sector. Several openings are expected across different South Texas locations.
Hotel Equities Integrates Corporate Discipline with Local Hospitality in Caribbean, Latin America
Hotel Equities operates in the Caribbean and Latin America, blending U.S. corporate practices with local hospitality expertise. The company aims to improve hotel management standards across these regions.
Istanbul Strengthens Tourism Lead with Hotel Inventory Expansion
Istanbul remains Türkiye's leading tourist destination as Safaryar Holidays broadens its B2B hotel inventory ahead of summer 2026. This expansion offers travel agencies more lodging options during the busy season.
Calgary to Host Rendez-vous Canada 2027 Celebrating Tourism and Hospitality
Calgary will host Rendez-vous Canada 2027, marking 50 years of Canada’s largest international tourism marketplace. The event will connect global travel buyers with Alberta’s hospitality and landscapes.
Mexico Leads North American Tourism Amid Heated Regional Competition
Mexico has overtaken the United States and Canada as North America's top tourism destination early in 2026, drawing over eight million visitors. Expanded flight options and simplified entry policies have supported this growth.
Amtrak Launches NextGen Acela Trains Between New York and Philadelphia
Amtrak launched its NextGen Acela trains to provide faster, more comfortable service on the Northeast Corridor route between New York City and Philadelphia. These new trains aim to improve travel time and passenger experience.
France’s TGV-M Gains Regulatory Approval Ahead of Passenger Service Debut
The French TGV-M high-speed train has gained market authorization from ERA, allowing SNCF to prepare for passenger services. The new train emphasizes greener travel and increased seating.
Mexico Leads North America in Tourism Growth and Visitor Spending in 2025
In 2025, Mexico outperformed the United States and Canada in travel and tourism growth across North America, leading in visitor numbers and spending, according to WTTC.
Central and South America Travel Growth to Surpass Global Rates in 2026
WTTC forecasts a 4.1% GDP growth for Central and South America's travel sector in 2026. This growth is expected to exceed global travel and tourism expansion driven by higher visitor spending and domestic demand.
Viva Aerobus Cancels Key Domestic Routes in Mexico
Viva Aerobus has canceled three crucial routes connecting Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Cancun. These changes affect key domestic travel for business and tourism within Mexico.
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England Rail Lines Cut Speeds & Adjust Timetables From August Amid Heatwave
South Western Railway and other operators in eastern England have slowed train speeds and altered timetables starting in early August 2026. The measures address soil shrinkage beneath tracks caused by prolonged drought and heatwave conditions.
Japan Confirms Hokuriku Shinkansen Wakasa Route Extension to Osaka
Japan's government confirmed the Wakasa Route for the Hokuriku Shinkansen extension to Shin-Osaka in July 2026. The 139 km extension includes a 34 km tunnel and is projected to open by 2054.
East Midlands Railway strike planned on Saturdays 1, 8 and 15 August over safety...
The RMT union is set to strike on East Midlands Railway on 1, 8, and 15 August 2026 over safety issues with the Class 810 Aurora fleet. EMR will reduce services and urges passengers to travel only if essential on strike days.