AHLA Announces New Board Leadership to Drive Workforce Initiatives and Travel Recovery
The American Hotel & Lodging Association has named Thom Geshay, Jon Stanner, and Jolyon Bulley to new board roles. Their focus includes workforce initiatives and boosting travel demand.
HotelRunner Reappointed to Booking.com Connectivity Advisory Board
HotelRunner has secured reappointment to Booking.com’s Connectivity Commercial Advisory Board for the 2026-2028 term. This extension highlights the company's sustained collaboration in hospitality technology connectivity.
Web Travel Group Acquires Hotel Rebooking Platform Pruvo
Web Travel Group has finalized the acquisition of the hotel rebooking platform Pruvo. The deal broadens the group's hotel technology offerings and supports improved operational efficiency.
Milestone Events and Caribbean Escapes Shape 2026 Travel Patterns
Travel trends in 2026 are influenced by key milestone events and the continued popularity of Caribbean destinations for summer vacations. These factors are affecting when and where travelers plan their trips.
Save Up to 25% at 800+ Hyatt Hotels This Summer
Hyatt is making summer travel more affordable with discounts reaching 25% at more than 800 hotels globally. The offer applies to stays booked during summer 2026.
JetBlue Vacations Offers Up to 50% Off Flights and $500 Off Packages
JetBlue Vacations has launched a promotional sale in June 2026, offering discounts up to 50% on flights and up to $500 off travel packages. These savings provide an opportunity for reduced travel expenses.
LXR Hotels & Resorts to Debut in Tokyo
LXR Hotels & Resorts is introducing a luxury hotel in Tokyo, planned to open in 2026. This development adds to the city’s luxury hotel offerings.
US Hotel Industry Shows Strong Recovery in 2026
The US hotel industry faced a challenging 2025 but is showing recovery in 2026, according to CoStar. Improved demand and operations have driven this rebound.
New Luxury Hotel Planned for Portugal
In June 2026, plans for a new luxury hotel in Portugal were made public. The development targets the upscale accommodation market for discerning travelers.
Tulåh Opens Wellness Destination in India
Tulåh has officially opened a wellness destination in India to tap into the expanding wellness travel market. The launch took place in early June 2026.
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Taiwan Suspends Tourist Visa Applications from Sri Lanka Starting July 2026
Taiwan suspended tourist visa applications from Sri Lankan nationals starting July 2026. The ban on such applications is effective immediately following the announcement.
NAV CANADA Cuts Flight Delays 91% at Top Canadian Airports During World Cup
NAV CANADA reduced flight delays by 91% at Canada’s four busiest airports during the 2026 summer travel period, including the FIFA World Cup. No NAV CANADA-caused traffic management initiatives occurred on any of the 13 match days in Toronto and Vancouver.
FAA Extends Ground Stop for Flights Bound to Nashville on July 22, 2026
The FAA extended a ground stop for inbound flights to Nashville International Airport until 11 p.m. CDT on July 22, 2026, due to thunderstorms. Delays average 26 minutes, with some lasting up to 45 minutes.