Crew Member Dies Overboard from Regal Princess Near Cancún
A crew member of Princess Cruises died after falling overboard from the Regal Princess near Cancún on July 13, 2026. The ship departed Fort Lauderdale on July 11 for a Western Caribbean cruise.
Carnival Destiny Debuts as Largest ACE Class Ship with 8,000+ Passenger Capacity
Carnival Cruise Line began construction on Carnival Destiny, its largest ship at 230,000 gross tons and capacity for over 8,000 passengers, with completion expected in 2029. The ship reuses the Carnival Destiny name from the original 1996 vessel and introduces new design features and venues as part of Carnival's ACE Class expansion.
Flash Flooding Triggers Newark Airport Ground Stop and Flight Disruptions Today
Severe flash flooding and thunderstorms in New Jersey on July 18, 2026, led to highway closures and water rescues. Newark Airport enforced a ground stop, disrupting flight operations and causing delays.
FAA Delays Flights at New York Airports on July 19, 2026
The FAA is delaying flights into Newark, JFK, and LaGuardia airports on July 19, 2026. Delays are caused by weather and air traffic control staffing shortages.
Mangia’s Sardinia Resort Joins Autograph Collection Hotels in July 2026
Mangia’s Sardinia Resort joined Marriott International’s Autograph Collection Hotels in July 2026. The affiliation marks a key step in the resort’s international development and expands Marriott’s presence in Sardinia.
Radisson Hotel Group Opens 160 Hotels Globally in First Half of 2026
Radisson Hotel Group signed and opened 160 hotels globally in the first half of 2026, adding over 22,000 keys. Growth includes key properties in Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific.
ITC Hotels Acquires 100% Stake in GHK Hospitality, Welcomhotel Ahmedabad
ITC Hotels signed an agreement to acquire 100% of GHK Hospitality that owns Welcomhotel Ahmedabad at Rs 155 crore. The 130-room hotel is located in Ahmedabad's commercial hub near the airport and riverfront.
57 Flights Cancelled and 1,920 Delayed Across Europe on July 18, 2026
On July 18, 2026, Europe experienced 57 flight cancellations and 1,920 delays affecting airports such as London Heathrow and Madrid-Barajas. Major airlines including British Airways, KLM, and Lufthansa faced widespread disruptions.
Thailand Allows 30-Day Visa-Free Entry for Indian Tourists Starting July 2026
Thailand has maintained visa-free entry for Indian tourists but limited their stay to 30 days starting July 2026. Indian tourists are the third-largest foreign visitor group to Thailand in 2026.
Skybus Cancels Newquay to Isles of Scilly Flights Through August 2026
Skybus has halted all flights between Cornwall Airport Newquay and the Isles of Scilly until August 2026 due to aircraft and pilot shortages. Passengers will be rerouted via Land’s End Airport on the same dates.
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WTM London 2026 Reveals Significant Decline in Middle East Travel
WTM London 2026 released a report revealing a significant decline in travel from the Middle East. The event discussed ongoing challenges faced by the region's travel industry.
Nigeria Highlights Culture and Tourism at WTM London 2026
Nigeria participated at WTM London 2026 from 3 to 5 November at ExCeL London, showcasing culture and tourism diplomacy. The Nigeria Pavilion engaged international visitors and diaspora communities with performances and networking.
London Heathrow and Gatwick Cancel Flights After US FAA Shutdown
A US FAA ground stop on November 13-14 halted all flights nationwide for four hours, cancelling 10,000 flights. London Heathrow and Gatwick airports cancelled multiple US-bound flights and experienced delays on November 14.