Hilton Launches ‘Undergraduate’ Brand for University Locations
Hilton has launched Undergraduate by Hilton, a new hotel brand targeting college town locations in the U.S. This initiative expands Hilton's lifestyle hotel collection focused on university markets.
OTH Hotels Adds Three East Coast Properties to Portfolio
OTH Hotels Resorts has expanded its U.S. portfolio by acquiring three East Coast hotel properties. This development reinforces the company’s commitment to key markets along the Eastern seaboard.
Israel to Actively Rejoin Global Tourism Stage in 2026
Israel has declared plans for a focused return to the global tourism market in 2026. The country's authorities are preparing to welcome travelers with improved international access expected.
Duck Pin Bowling Alley in Potter, Nebraska Gains Tourism Attention
A duck pin bowling alley in Potter, Nebraska has attracted local tourism attention. It provides a unique recreational activity gaining recognition within the community.
Historic First Passenger Cruise Ship Arrival in Buffalo
A passenger cruise ship has arrived at Buffalo's waterfront for the first time in decades, highlighting a revival of Great Lakes cruising. This historic visit took place in early June 2026.
Carnival Data Breach Affects Almost 6 Million Cruise Passengers
Carnival Cruise Line recently disclosed a data breach affecting nearly six million passengers. Sensitive personal information, such as passport details, was accessed in the incident.
Costa Maya Labour Protest Causes Royal Caribbean Excursion Cancellations
Labour protests at Costa Maya port have led Royal Caribbean to cancel shore excursions, affecting cruises from the US and Caribbean. Passengers will need to adjust their plans accordingly.
California High-Speed Rail Approves 2026 Business Plan and Prepares for Private Partner
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has endorsed its 2026 Business Plan, which includes provisions for a private partnership and addresses key funding and route considerations. This adoption marks a significant phase in advancing the statewide rail project.
California HS Rail Approves $3.5B Contract for Electrified Track Installation
The California High-Speed Rail Authority awarded a $3.5 billion contract to a consortium for installing electrified track in the Central Valley. This advances the state's high-speed rail project.
IATA AGM 2026 Brings Aviation Leaders to Rio de Janeiro
The IATA Annual General Meeting 2026 took place in Rio de Janeiro with global aviation leaders attending. Discussions addressed key challenges and future plans for the industry.
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Amtrak to Add Nine New Railcars Increasing Hiawatha Line Capacity This Fall
Amtrak will add nine Siemens railcars to its Milwaukee-Chicago Hiawatha line starting September 2026. This upgrade will increase seating capacity to 388 passengers per trainset.
Mangaluru-Bengaluru Trains Resume After Two-Day Landslide Halt
Train services between Mangaluru and Bengaluru were halted for two days starting August 1, 2026, because of a landslide in Karnataka's Western Ghats. While services have resumed, some delays continue and no full restoration timeline has been announced.
Shrewsbury to Wolverhampton Rail Lines Reopen After Emergency Disruption
Rail lines between Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton were blocked by an emergency incident at 07:35 BST on July 31, 2026, causing cancellations and delays. All lines reopened by 13:00 BST, with normal train services resuming along key routes including West Midlands Railway and Transport for Wales.