Ixigo Acquires Hotel Booking Platform, Invests in AI Startups
Ixigo recently acquired a hotel booking platform and made strategic investments in AI startups centered on travel technology, aiming to expand its digital offerings.
U.S. Travel Tech Supports AI Startups Through Investor Connect Initiative
The U.S. travel technology sector is enhancing innovation by promoting AI travel startups globally through the Investor Connect initiative. This effort supports new companies focusing on AI-driven travel technology.
Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau Reports Strong Tourism Growth
The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau has reported strong tourism performance in Miami-Dade County. This positions the area for continued growth in tourism and business events.
Canada Joins Global Countries for Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Americas 2026
Canada will participate alongside several countries at the Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Americas 2026, scheduled for June 9-10 in Miami. The event highlights innovations in cruise ship interiors design.
New Zealand Eyes MICE Spillover Gains Beyond Convention Halls
New Zealand is broadening its strategy to capture economic gains from the MICE sector beyond convention venues. The focus is on maximizing economic contributions linked to business events across the country.
Disney Cruise Passengers Removed, Families Stranded at Port
All passengers aboard a Disney Cruise ship were requested to leave unexpectedly in June 2026, leaving families stranded at the port and causing chaos. Travelers faced sudden disruptions requiring alternate plans.
WTTC Approves Eight Key Global Travel and Tourism Priorities
The WTTC executive committee has endorsed eight strategic priorities to unlock growth and foster transformation in the travel and tourism sector. These priorities emphasize sustainable development and enhanced resilience across the global industry.
US Travel Tech Pushes AI Startups via Investor Connect Initiative
The United States is promoting AI travel startups internationally through the Investor Connect initiative. This program aims to accelerate innovation in tourism technology during 2026.
New Zealand Accelerates Growth in Business Events and Conferences
New Zealand is focused on growing its business events sector by boosting international conference hosting. The country aims to solidify its standing as a key global player in the MICE tourism market.
FIEXPO Latin America 2026 in San José to Feature 200+ Exhibitors
FIEXPO Latin America 2026 will take place June 8-11 in San José, Costa Rica, featuring over 200 exhibitors from more than ten countries in the Americas and Caribbean region. Costa Rica joins other prominent nations at this major MICE event.
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FAA lifts ground stops at DFW and Dallas Love Field, flights resume
The FAA issued ground stops at DFW and Love Field on July 16, 2026, due to thunderstorms and lifted them by late afternoon. Departure delays averaged 90 minutes at DFW and 75 minutes at Love Field during the disruptions.
BWH Hotels GB Expands UK Portfolio with New Forest, London, and Newark Hotels
BWH Hotels GB has added three independent hotels in New Forest, London, and Newark, contributing approximately 100 new bedrooms. This brings nearly 300 new rooms added to its UK portfolio in the last year.
FAA Lifts Ground Stops at DFW and Dallas Love Field After Thunderstorms
The FAA imposed ground stops at DFW and Dallas Love Field airports on July 16, 2026, due to thunderstorms. The stops caused average departure delays of 90 minutes at DFW and 75 minutes at Love Field before being lifted in the afternoon.