Carnival Cruise Line Cancels Final Port Call for Radiance Ship Ahead of Long Beach...
Carnival Cruise Line canceled the Carnival Radiance ship's final port call in October 2026. The ship will return directly to Long Beach, resulting in a shortened cruise itinerary for passengers.
Pacific Storms Prompt October 2026 Cruise Itinerary Changes for Royal Caribbean and Others
Tropical Storm Rachel and Hurricane Simon forced cruise lines to reroute ships and cancel Mexican port visits in early October 2026. Virgin Voyages and Carnival Cruise Line adjusted itineraries and offered compensation to passengers.
Disney Believe Cruise Launches Dec 18, 2027 with First Encanto Musical
Disney Believe sets sail on December 18, 2027, with inaugural cruises from Port Everglades featuring the first-ever Encanto musical. Bookings open October 19, 2026.
DiamondRock Hospitality Acquires Bellmoor Inn & Spa for $31 Million
DiamondRock Hospitality Company acquired The Bellmoor Inn & Spa, a 79-room luxury resort in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, for $31.0 million in October 2026. The acquisition strengthens DiamondRock's portfolio in a supply-constrained Southern Delaware leisure market attracting affluent visitors.
Braemar to Sell Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale for $372M
Braemar Hotels & Resorts Inc. agreed to sell the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale for $372 million, supporting its separation from Ashford Inc. After asset sales and refinancing, Braemar plans a transition to a self-managed REIT by mid-November 2026.
JW Marriott Opens First All-Inclusive Resort in Costa Rica
JW Marriott opened its first all-inclusive resort, Costa Elena Resort & Spa, in Guanacaste, Costa Rica in October 2026. The resort has 415 rooms, the largest pool in Costa Rica, 15 dining venues, and extensive wellness and family amenities.
Sri Lanka Promotes Tourism, Trade at Myanmar Business Trade Show 2026
Sri Lanka participated in Myanmar’s International Business Trade Show and Travel Expo 2026 held from September 4 to 7 in Yangon. The delegation showcased tourism attractions, trade opportunities, and promoted Ceylon Tea at the Pan Pacific Hotel venue.
Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart Opens with B2B Meetings and Exhibition
The Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart 2026 opened in Bhopal with buyer-seller meetings and a tourism exhibition. Around 100 guests from 34 countries participate in this four-day event.
ITB Americas 2026 Reaches 85% Venue Occupancy Ahead of Guadalajara Debut
ITB Americas will stage its first trade show in Guadalajara, Mexico, from 10-12 November 2026 with 85% venue occupancy and nearly 300 exhibitors confirmed. The event features 40 conference sessions and 71 speakers including industry leaders from Netflix, Expedia, and Amadeus.
Hamad Airport and Qatar Airways Launch Biometric Fast Pass Network in 2026
Hamad International Airport launched a biometric Fast Pass system in 2026 covering over 700 touchpoints. Qatar Airways facilities are part of this network improving passenger processing.
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EU Unveils Sustainable Tourism Strategy Amid 3% Rise in Summer 2026 Arrivals
International tourist arrivals in Europe rose 3% in summer 2026, led by Northern and Eastern Europe. The EU published its Sustainable Tourism Strategy on November 4, 2026, focusing on resilience and seasonality.
Croatia Sees 2% Growth in UK Visitors, Adds Flights and Hotels for 2027
Croatia recorded a 2% increase in UK visitors in 2026, surpassing 840,000 arrivals. Jet2 will start new Edinburgh to Pula and Luton to Dubrovnik flights in May 2027.
Las Vegas Tourism Drops 7.5%, Impacting Workers and Economy
Las Vegas tourism fell 7.5% in 2025, with 3.1 million fewer visitors and a 5.1% unemployment rate in Nevada as of June 2026. Hospitality workers report income drops linked to fewer tips amid the tourism slump.