ITB China 2026 Wraps Up in Shanghai with Record 23,500+ Attendees
ITB China 2026 in Shanghai attracted over 23,500 participants from the travel and meeting industries. The event showcased an expanded range of exhibitors and enhanced international collaboration.
Sri Lanka Convention Bureau Boosts MICE Tourism with Roadshows in Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Chennai
The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau conducted MICE roadshows in Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and Chennai, targeting India's corporate travel market to promote business tourism. These events aimed to enhance incentive travel connections between Sri Lanka and India.
Johannesburg Hosts Africa’s Leading MICE Masterclass on AI and Tourism Growth
Johannesburg will host a key MICE masterclass focused on artificial intelligence and business tourism development in Africa. The event will explore future opportunities in the global business events industry.
Saracen Casino Resort Hosts Grand Opening of New Hotel
Saracen Casino Resort announced the opening of a new hotel on June 4, 2026. Located in Arkansas, the resort has enhanced its lodging options for guests.
Hotel Industry Outlook Improves with Margin Concerns Persisting
The U.S. hotel industry outlook has improved in mid-2026, according to CoStar, yet margin concerns remain a notable challenge for operators.
Marriott AC Hotel Opening in Houston with 153 Rooms
Marriott has unveiled plans for a new 153-room AC Hotel in Houston. This development adds to the hotel operator’s expanding footprint in the city as of June 2026.
Tasmania’s EV Charging Program Supports Local Tourism Businesses
Tasmania has launched a government-backed initiative to provide EV charging facilities tailored for tourism businesses. The program supports the growth of electric vehicle infrastructure across the state's tourism sector.
Whitsunday Skyway Cable Car Project Advances with $100M Funding in Queensland
Queensland has committed $100 million to advance the Whitsunday Skyway cable car project in Airlie Beach. The initiative is projected to create nearly 400 jobs and attract more than 250,000 visitors annually.
Albany to Host WA Tourism Conference in 2027
Albany has been announced as the host city for the Western Australia Tourism Conference in 2027, as confirmed by The Nationals WA. This highlights Albany's growing importance in the state's tourism landscape.
Royal Caribbean Cancels Costa Maya Shore Excursions Amid Protests
Labour protests at Costa Maya have prompted Royal Caribbean to cancel scheduled shore excursions in June 2026. Cruise passengers traveling to this Mexican port will need to accommodate these changes.
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Alaska Airlines Flight Diverted to Yakima, Passengers Spend Night on Red Cross Cots
Alaska Airlines Flight 322 was diverted from Seattle to Yakima on November 11 due to severe weather and a mechanical fault. Over 130 passengers spent the night on emergency cots provided by the American Red Cross at Yakima Air Terminal.
428 US Flights Delayed, 51 Canceled on November 11, 2026
Over 428 flights were delayed and 51 canceled across US airports on November 11, 2026. Travelers should anticipate ongoing disruptions throughout the day.
EU Probe Targets Spanish Rail Agencies Over Urda High-Speed Crash
The European Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating possible fraud in EU funds after a fatal train crash in Urda, Spain, killed 69 people in October 2026. This follows a January crash on the same line that killed 46 passengers.