Destination News

Yucatan Meetings was featured at IBTM Americas 2026 to highlight the region's strengths for business tourism. The event aimed to promote Yucatan as a destination for corporate meetings.

The United States is participating alongside Mexico, Canada, and Caribbean nations at the Small & Boutique Meetings event. Industry representatives from American bureaus, resorts, and cruise operators are involved.

Panama’s tourism sector grew by more than 30% year-on-year in Q1 2026. Growth was driven by international visitors from the Americas and Europe.

Iowa’s recent tourism awards acknowledged achievements in the state’s travel sector, emphasizing innovation across rural and urban destinations. The event shone a spotlight on creative efforts promoting tourism growth statewide.

Cape May County has overtaken other New Jersey counties to become the state's top tourism destination. Visitor spending in the county reached $8.44 billion, leading New Jersey in tourism revenue.

Port Milwaukee is experiencing a record-breaking cruise season in 2026 with surging passenger traffic. Great Lakes cruises are reconnecting travelers with maritime traditions dating back to the 1800s.

Eighteen years after California voters approved the bullet train, progress on the project remains stalled amid continued financial difficulties. Construction delays and funding challenges persist, affecting the project's timeline.

The Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026 convened industry stakeholders in Antigua to address regional tourism priorities. Discussions underscored sustainability and collaboration as key pillars for the sector's future.

Ahead of the Memorial Day holiday weekend, more than 5,700 flight delays were reported across major US airport hubs. This widespread disruption impacted many travelers during one of the nation's busiest travel periods.

San Francisco saw increased visitor activity and large crowds during Memorial Day weekend 2026. This trend points to a recovering local tourism industry.