Guangdong Sees 62.79M Tourists and 58.44B Yuan Revenue for 2026 National Day
Guangdong province recorded 62.79 million tourists and 58.44 billion yuan revenue during the 2026 National Day holiday. Guangzhou, Zhuhai, and Huizhou led regional tourism growth with cultural and technological attractions.
Ontario Couple Refused Refund After $22,000 AmaWaterways Cruise Route Change
An Ontario couple paid $22,000 for an AmaWaterways river cruise that was canceled 24 hours before departure. Tui River Cruises passengers also faced major itinerary changes involving long coach trips due to low water levels.
Pacific Cruise Ships Reroute Amid Tropical Storm Rachel and Hurricane Simon
Cruise lines canceled and rerouted Pacific Coast sailings in October 2026 due to Tropical Storm Rachel and Hurricane Simon threatening Mexican ports. Virgin Voyages offered onboard and future cruise credits to affected passengers.
Disney Believe Maiden Voyage on December 18, 2027 Featuring ‘Encanto’ Musical
Disney Cruise Line will launch its new ship, Disney Believe, on December 18, 2027, with the first-ever 'Encanto' musical at sea. Bookings begin October 19, 2026, for four- and five-night cruises to the Bahamas and Western Caribbean.
JW Marriott Launches First All-Inclusive Resort in Costa Rica October 2026
JW Marriott opened its first all-inclusive resort, Costa Elena Resort & Spa, in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, in October 2026. The 415-room property offers extensive amenities including Costa Rica’s largest resort pool and 15 dining venues.
Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai Cancel Flights in UAE on October 12-13
On October 12, 2026, UAE airlines Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, and flydubai cancelled multiple flights due to regional disruptions. Saudi Arabia's Riyadh airport saw nearly all departures cancelled the previous day amid security tensions.
Sri Lanka Promotes Tourism and Trade at Myanmar Expo 2026
Sri Lanka participated in the Myanmar International Business Trade Show and Travel Expo 2026 from September 4 to 7 at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Yangon. Ambassador Prabashini Ponnamperuma highlighted the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation in tourism, trade, and investment.
16th Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2026 Launched in Nairobi
The 16th Magical Kenya Travel Expo was launched in Nairobi on 7 October 2026. The event featured over 350 exhibitors promoting Kenya's tourism sector.
Dubai Airport Introduces ‘Click and Travel’ for 15-Second Immigration Clearance
Dubai International Airport will launch the 'Click and Travel' system on September 7, 2026. It will reduce immigration clearance time to about 15 seconds.
Biometric Check-In Starts at Noi Bai Airport in July 2026
Noi Bai International Airport will implement a biometric check-in system starting July 2026. This system is designed to speed up passenger boarding and increase operational efficiency.
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United Flight 1984 Delayed Nearly Nine Hours Due to Multiple Disruptions
United Airlines Flight 1984 was delayed for nearly nine hours on November 8, 2026. The flight encountered three disruptions that stranded passengers for the duration of the delay.
Cruise Ship Forces Hundreds to Disembark Early in Cambodia on Nov 4, 2026
Hundreds of passengers were made to leave a cruise ship docked in Cambodia on November 4, 2026. The ship left port early due to increased fuel costs.
MSC Poesia Detained at PortMiami; Caribbean Cruise Cancelled
MSC Poesia was detained by the U.S. Coast Guard at PortMiami on November 1, 2026 due to safety system deficiencies. The ship's 11-night Caribbean cruise was cancelled after MSC Cruises failed to resolve regulatory issues.