Princess Cruises Crew Member Dies After Going Overboard from Regal Princess
A crew member died after going overboard from the Regal Princess off Mexico’s Caribbean coast on July 13, 2026. The ship had departed Fort Lauderdale two days earlier on a Western Caribbean cruise.
More Than 80 Flights Cancelled and 3,600 Delayed Across US Today
On July 16, 2026, severe weather caused 3,636 flight delays and 83 cancellations across several US states. Dallas-Fort Worth Airport had the highest delay count with 693 flights affected.
Talaat Moustafa Group Plans Major Hotel Expansion to 35-40 Properties
Talaat Moustafa Group will nearly double its hotel portfolio to 35-40 properties within ten years. It acquired a controlling stake in Legacy Hospitality in a deal worth up to $800 million.
Hilton Opens Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa in Greece
Hilton has opened its Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa in Crete, Greece, featuring 85 rooms and comprehensive wellness facilities. The resort is located five minutes from Chania’s Old Town and offers year-round events, dining, and spa services.
83 Flight Cancellations and 3,636 Delays Hit US Airports on July 16, 2026
On July 16, 2026, US air travel faced major disruptions with 83 flights cancelled and 3,636 delayed across key states including Texas and Illinois. Dallas-Fort Worth Airport recorded the highest delays totaling 693 flights, while Reagan National had the most cancellations at 19.
United Airlines Records Highest Flight Cancellations at Chicago O’Hare on July 3
United Airlines led global flight cancellations on July 3, 2026, after FAA ground stops at Chicago O'Hare forced over 600 cancellations and extensive delays. Severe thunderstorms caused continued flight disruptions into July 4 across multiple U.S. airports.
United Airlines Top Global Cancellations at ORD After FAA Ground Stops
On July 3, 2026, United Airlines faced the highest flight cancellations worldwide at Chicago O'Hare due to FAA ground stops triggered by severe thunderstorms. The disruptions caused over 600 cancellations and more than 1,000 delays at ORD, with ongoing weather forecasts predicting further travel interruptions.
9th Hospitality Philippines Conference 2026 to Tackle Infrastructure and Asset Lifecycle
The 9th Hospitality Philippines Conference will take place September 9-10, 2026 at Marriott Manila, focusing on tourism infrastructure and asset lifecycle management. The event will gather over 100 expert speakers, 500 delegates, and 300 companies across Asia-Pacific.
Travel Madness Expo Opens in Pasay with Tourism Recovery Focus
The Travel Madness Expo launched in Pasay in July 2026. Organizers are optimistic about a tourism rebound in the second half of the year, highlighting Vietnam, Japan, and Korea as top travel destinations.
FAA Ground Stop at Reagan National Airport Triggers Most Global Flight Cancellations Today
The FAA issued a ground stop at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on July 16, 2026 due to VIP security concerns. This caused the highest number of worldwide flight cancellations linked to one airport event.
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Alaska Airlines Adds Five New Seattle Routes Starting 2027
Alaska Airlines will launch five new nonstop routes from Seattle in 2027, including seasonal service to Guadalajara. The Guadalajara flights will operate three times weekly from March 18 to August 9, 2027.
Alaska Airlines to start daily nonstop Des Moines-Seattle flights in 2027
Des Moines International Airport will see daily nonstop flights to Seattle operated by Alaska Airlines from June 2027. The route offers new direct travel options between the two cities.
Air New Zealand launches Hamilton-Queenstown direct flights in June 2027
Air New Zealand will launch a direct Hamilton to Queenstown jet service in June 2027 using a 171-seat Airbus A320, operating three times weekly year-round. The airline will also increase international capacity by 4% during the Northern Hemisphere summer of 2027, adding flights on key routes supported by new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.