Ontario Couple Denied $22,000 Refund After River Cruise Itinerary Change
An Ontario couple paid $22,000 for an 11-day river cruise with AmaWaterways but faced a last-minute itinerary change due to low river levels. AmaWaterways denied their refund request, offering travel credits instead, sparking a dispute amid Europe’s 2026 drought conditions.
Pacific Cruises Rerouted in October 2026 Due to Tropical Storm Rachel and Hurricane Simon
Cruise lines adjusted itineraries on October 9, 2026, due to Tropical Storm Rachel and Hurricane Simon threatening Mexico's Pacific Coast. Carnival and Virgin Voyages rerouted ships and canceled stops to ensure passenger safety.
Disney Believe Cruise to Feature First ‘Encanto’ Musical Starting December 18, 2027
Disney Cruise Line's Disney Believe will launch on December 18, 2027, featuring the first-ever 'Encanto' musical at sea. Cruises depart from Fort Lauderdale to Bahamas and Western Caribbean destinations.
FAA Delay Programs Hit 18 US Airports October 11; Newark Worst Affected
The FAA delay programmes on October 11, 2026, affected 18 US airports with 32 programmes in total. Newark Liberty International faced the longest ground stop with peak delays up to 325 minutes.
Alisa Hotels Strengthens Ties with Nigerian Travel Sector at Akwaaba Market
Alisa Hotels reaffirmed its commitment to deepen partnerships with Nigerian travel and corporate markets at the 22nd Akwaaba Travel Market in Lagos. The group highlighted its portfolio, including properties in Accra and Tema, and plans to open the luxury Alisa Heritage residences.
Braemar Sells Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale for $372M
Braemar Hotels & Resorts agreed to sell the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale for $372 million, advancing its transition to a self-managed REIT. The sale is part of Braemar's broader asset reduction strategy.
JW Marriott Opens First All-Inclusive Costa Elena Resort & Spa in Costa Rica
JW Marriott opened its first all-inclusive Costa Elena Resort & Spa in October 2026 in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. The property features 415 rooms, extensive amenities, and starting rates of $656 per night.
ITB Americas 2026 Achieves 85% Venue Occupancy Ahead of Guadalajara Event
ITB Americas 2026 has reached 85% exhibition venue occupancy with nearly 300 confirmed exhibitor companies. The event is scheduled for 10–12 November 2026 at Expo Guadalajara, Mexico.
ITB Americas 2026 to Launch in Guadalajara with 85% Venue Space Booked
ITB Americas 2026 is set to launch its first event in Guadalajara. Venue booking has reached 85% ahead of the event, indicating robust industry demand.
Lawmakers Raise Concerns Over Google Using Spirit Airlines Passenger Data
Google intends to acquire passenger data from Spirit Airlines for AI training. US lawmakers raised privacy and ethical concerns about the plan in October 2026.
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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.