Major Hotel Brands Launch New Properties in South Texas
New properties from major hotel brands are planned across several South Texas locations, broadening accommodation options in the region. Details on exact locations and brands have not been disclosed.
Falcon & Alexander Adds 100-Room Marriott Hotel
Falcon & Alexander has acquired a Marriott hotel with 100 rooms, extending its portfolio. The acquisition strengthens their holdings within Marriott-branded properties.
My Place Adds 10 Hotels in Extended Stay Franchise Agreement
My Place Hotels has expanded its U.S. extended stay portfolio by signing a franchise agreement to add 10 new hotels. This move grows its presence in the extended stay market.
Tourism in Derry and Strabane Surges in 2025
Derry and Strabane witnessed considerable tourism expansion in 2025, with both visitor numbers and spending showing notable increases. This growth highlights the district’s rising profile in North West Ireland.
Greek Islands Tourism Rises with Celestyal Journey’s New Destination Stop
The Celestyal Journey cruise included Agios Nikolaos on Crete for the first time in 2026. This addition has aligned with a surge in tourism across Crete, Santorini, and Mykonos.
Buenos Aires, Patagonia, and Mendoza Highlight Argentina’s Tourism Expansion in 2026
Argentina’s tourism sector is growing in 2026, led by Buenos Aires, Patagonia, and Mendoza. The expansion is driven by culture, nature, and adventure tourism experiences.
Lawsuit Filed Against Carnival for Cruise Ship Pool Deck Burn Injuries
A Carnival Cruise Line passenger has filed a multimillion-dollar lawsuit after suffering burns on a hot pool deck surface. The case draws attention to safety concerns on cruise ship leisure decks.
American Patriot Makes Historic Passenger Cruise Arrival at Buffalo
The American Patriot cruise ship has made the first passenger cruise arrival in Buffalo in decades, signaling renewed activity in Great Lakes cruising. Buffalo is re-establishing itself as a key stop for passenger vessels in the region.
Puerto Rico Achieves Major Cruise Season Milestone in 2026
Puerto Rico experienced a robust cruise season in 2026, welcoming around 1.3 million passengers and handling 515 ship calls. This activity showed a 43 percent increase over prior seasons.
High-Speed Rail Funding Bill Reintroduced in U.S. House
A bill to promote high-speed rail development and expand passenger rail infrastructure has been reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. The legislation seeks to boost investment in national rail projects.














