Ryanair Cancels Two Flights as Manchester Airport Faces Multiple Delays
Two Ryanair flights from Manchester Airport to Paphos and Genoa were cancelled on October 8, 2026. Multiple other flights, including those by TUI, Jet2, Brussels Airlines, Ryanair, and KLM, experienced delays or revised departure times.
DiamondRock Acquires Bellmoor Inn & Spa for $31 Million in October 2026
DiamondRock Hospitality Company completed its acquisition of The Bellmoor Inn & Spa, a 79-room luxury resort in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. The $31 million deal was funded with cash and closed on October 8, 2026.
Dubai Luxury Hotels Add Perks to Maintain Rates in 2026
Dubai luxury hotels added perks in 2026 to avoid cutting room rates amid weak international demand following the U.S.-Iran war. Atlantis Dubai offers UAE residents resort credits, upgrades, and complimentary access to attractions.
FTC Investigates Priceline for Deceptive Hotel Ads
The FTC is investigating Priceline for deceptive hotel advertisements and may take formal action. The probe focuses on Priceline's U.S. advertising practices and regulatory scrutiny of the hotel booking market.
Around 100 Flights Cancelled at Brussels Airport on 9 October 2026
Ground handlers at Brussels Airport joined a nationwide strike on 9 October 2026, causing around 100 flight cancellations. Passengers faced significant disruption due to the strike action.
Philippines Grants 30-Day Visa Waiver to 46 African Countries plus US and Others
The Philippines has expanded its visa-free policy to 46 African countries, including South Africa and Kenya, allowing visitors to stay up to 30 days. Travelers from the US, UK, Canada, and Japan are also allowed visa-free entry, while Nigeria, China, and India remain excluded.
Ground Handlers Strike Cancels 100 Flights at Brussels Airport
Ground handlers at Brussels Airport joined a national strike on October 8, 2026. About 100 flights, including those to the UK, were cancelled, severely disrupting airport operations.
WTTC Global Summit 2026 Opens in Malta with Positive Europe Travel Growth Forecast
The WTTC Global Summit 2026 opened in Valletta, Malta, hosting over 1,000 delegates and prominent global tourism leaders. Europe’s Travel & Tourism sector is forecast to grow 3.1 percent in 2026, outpacing global growth projections.
GTBA-OneKlik Travel Sale Expo 2026 at SM Megamall Draws 56,000 Visitors
The 4th GTBA-OneKlik Travel Sale Expo 2026 at SM Megamall attracted 56,000 visitors and recorded the highest sales since 2023. The three-day event featured 200 booths and promoted local tourism integration.
Ground Handlers’ Strike Cancels 100 Flights at Brussels Airport Today
Ground handlers at Brussels Airport are on a national strike, causing flight cancellations. On October 9, 2026, approximately 100 flights were cancelled at the airport.














