Southwest Airlines to Launch Seven New Routes from Austin in June 2027
Southwest Airlines will add seven new routes from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in June 2027. Three of these will be international destinations, expanding travel choices for Austin flyers.
Southwest Airlines Adds Weekly Nonstop Flight from Kansas City to Caribbean
Southwest Airlines will start a new weekly nonstop flight from Kansas City International Airport to a Caribbean island. The route expands Southwest's leisure travel network from the Midwest.
Fifty New Flight Routes Launch Across Europe and Beyond in October 2026
Fifty new flight routes launching in October 2026 will boost connectivity across Europe and internationally. Key highlights include Finnair's daily Helsinki-Melbourne flights and Western Sydney International Airport's opening.
South Africa Sees 7.4% Rise in Foreign Arrivals in August 2026
Foreign tourist arrivals in South Africa rose 7.4% year-on-year in August 2026, reaching 1.01 million visitors. Fitch Solutions projects the tourism sector will achieve record results for 2026.
Nepal Sees 12.1% Increase in Foreign Tourists in September 2026
Foreign tourist arrivals in Nepal reached 88,248 in September 2026, a 12.1 percent increase year-on-year. Growth was driven by a more than 58 percent rise in Chinese tourists, while arrivals from Europe and Oceania declined.
Uganda Earns Shs398.8 Billion from Gorilla Tourism in Four Years
Uganda earned Shs398.8 billion from gorilla tourism over four years. Gorilla trekking remains a key contributor to the country's tourism economy.
Carnival Launches New U.S. Cruise Port in October 2026
Carnival Cruise Line will begin service to a new U.S. cruise port in October 2026. The destination was recently dropped by Royal Caribbean.
American Cruise Lines Christens American Ranger on Hudson River
American Cruise Lines christened its latest Patriot Class ship, American Ranger, on September 24, 2026, on the Hudson River in Catskill, New York. The cruise line plans to add three more ships in 2027 as it expands its Hudson River overnight cruise offerings.
Holland America Revises Zaandam 35-Day Itinerary for October 2026 Sail
Holland America changed Zaandam’s October 15, 2026 itinerary, swapping Raiatea and Bora Bora port calls and canceling the Tabuaeran stop. Passengers receive $100 shipboard credit amidst operational speed adjustments and prior propulsion issues.
Marjan Hospitality Renovates Two Ras Al Khaimah Resorts from October 2026
Marjan Hospitality will refurbish over 600 rooms at Rixos Al Mairid and Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island starting October 2026. Rixos Al Mairid will reopen in December 2026; Pullman transitions to adults-only and reopens in Q2 2027.
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England’s Tourist Tax Plan to Increase London Hotel Prices in 2026
England proposes a new tourist tax targeting hotel stays, planned for implementation in 2026. This will likely increase accommodation costs for visitors at London hotels.
803 Flights Delayed and 56 Canceled in U.S. on November 9, 2026
On November 9, 2026, 803 flights across the U.S. were delayed and 56 were canceled. The disruptions affected air travel nationwide.
WTTC Leadership Shines at WTM London 2026; India Confirmed for 2027 Summit
WTTC strengthened its leadership role at World Travel Market London 2026 with Gloria Guevara's extensive engagements. India confirmed it will host the 2027 WTTC Global Summit.