Royal Caribbean Buys 50% Stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 Billion
Royal Caribbean will acquire a 50% stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 billion, valuing the company at $6 billion. The deal is expected to close early next year.
Hundreds of Flights Grounded at Northeast Airports After Verizon Fiber Cut
On September 21, 2026, Verizon’s fiber optic line cut by an NJ Transit construction crew caused FAA radar and radio failures, grounding over 600 flights at Newark and delaying others at JFK and Philadelphia. Repairs completed Monday evening allowed resumption of operations but delays continued into the next day.
Frasers Hospitality Launches Fraser Suites Reserve With Bangkok Opening
Frasers Hospitality has launched Fraser Suites Reserve, a luxury serviced living brand. The first property, Fraser Suites Reserve Bangkok, will open with 255 rooms in December 2026.
Accor’s MGallery Debuts First U.S. Flagship at Ink 48 in New York City
Accor’s MGallery brand will open its first U.S. flagship hotel at the 222-room Ink 48 in New York City in 2028. The hotel will undergo renovations while remaining open and operated by Rebel Hotel Company.
Emaar: Dubai Hotel Occupancy at 60%, Full Recovery Within One Year
Emaar reports Dubai hotels currently have 60% occupancy. The company expects full recovery within one year.
Venice proposes raising tourist entry fee to €30 for day-trippers
Venice is considering raising its day-tripper tourist entry fee to as much as €30 from the current €5-10. The fee increase aims to curb overtourism and requires government approval for 2027.
Travel Sale Expo 2026 Scheduled for October with Travel Deals
Travel Sale Expo 2026 will take place in October. The event offers exclusive travel deals for industry buyers and consumers.
Verizon Fiber Cut Disrupts Flights at Newark, JFK, and Philadelphia
A Verizon fiber optic cable cut on September 21, 2026, caused flight halts at major Northeast airports including Newark and Philadelphia. Over 600 Newark flights were canceled and more than 100 international flights diverted as repairs extended into the next day.
Etihad Rail Opens Al Yalayis Station in Dubai on September 30, 2026
Etihad Rail will open Al Yalayis Station in Dubai on September 30, 2026, linking the emirate to the national passenger rail network. The station offers direct metro connections and a 57-minute journey to Abu Dhabi.
Electricity Fault Halts Multiple London King’s Cross Rail Services on September 18, 2026
An electricity supply failure between Stevenage and Finsbury Park disrupted rail services on September 18, 2026. Multiple operators including Great Northern and LNER faced cancellations and delays at London King's Cross.
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MSC Poesia Detained by U.S. Coast Guard, 11-Night Caribbean Cruise Cancelled
The MSC Poesia cruise ship was detained by the U.S. Coast Guard at Miami on November 3, 2026, leading to cancellation of its 11-night Caribbean cruise. More than 2,000 passengers aboard were affected as MSC Cruises announced refunds and assistance.
TUI Cruises Cancels Second Mein Schiff 3 Cruise After Bremerhaven Incident
TUI Cruises has cancelled the second scheduled voyage of Mein Schiff 3 following a collision in Bremerhaven on October 25, 2026. Repairs continue at Lloyd Werft shipyard, delaying the ship's return until at least November 28.
FBI investigates suspected homicide onboard MSC Seascape
Jason Leon Watford, 48, is in custody following a suspected homicide aboard the MSC Seascape, which returned early to Galveston, Texas. The FBI leads the ongoing investigation while MSC Cruises resumes its itinerary.