Jewel Tours Japan Expands Custom Shore Excursions at Nearly All Japanese Ports
Jewel Tours Japan has expanded its custom private shore excursions to nearly every Japanese port as of September 16, 2026. Cruise passengers can now book these private tours at almost all ports in Japan.
Key Trends Shaping Asia Cruise Market Growth in 2026
The Asia cruise industry is set for growth in 2026 due to shifting passenger preferences and new itinerary demands. These changes are reshaping cruise operations and infrastructure across the region.
Over 250 Flights Cancelled at Heathrow and Gatwick Due to UK Air Traffic Control...
A software defect in NATS air traffic control systems led to over 250 flight cancellations at Heathrow, Gatwick, and other UK airports on 9 September 2026. British Airways and Ryanair were among the hardest hit carriers, with disruptions affecting tens of thousands of passengers.
1,055 Delays and 175 Cancellations Hit Chicago O’Hare September 17
Chicago O’Hare Airport recorded 1,055 flight delays and 175 cancellations on September 17, 2026, due to an FAA ground stop triggered by thunderstorms. United, American, Southwest, and regional carriers were heavily impacted.
FAA Ground Delay Program Causes Over 1,000 Delays and 175 Cancellations at O’Hare
Chicago O’Hare International Airport recorded 1,055 flight delays and 175 cancellations on September 17, 2026, due to an FAA ground delay program triggered by severe thunderstorms. This marked the largest disruption at O’Hare this year, surpassing previous delays experienced in June and July.
UK Air Traffic Control Software Fault Cancels 250+ Flights at Heathrow and Gatwick
Over 250 flights were cancelled at Heathrow and Gatwick on September 18, 2026, due to a software defect in UK air traffic control. The glitch led to manual flight handling and widespread delays across several UK airports.
PM Hotel Group Names Senior Vice President of Development
PM Hotel Group appointed a new Senior Vice President of Development on September 17, 2026. The role is designed to enhance the company’s growth and hotel development efforts.
Beijing Beichen Marriott Marquis Opens; Ritz-Carlton Hotel to Open End-2026
The Beijing Beichen Marriott Marquis dual-luxury-brand hotel has opened in the Olympic Park area, offering 953 rooms combined with The Ritz-Carlton, which will open by the end of 2026. This project exemplifies the growing trend of luxury dual-brand hotels in China designed to address operational challenges of large-scale properties while targeting segmented high-end clientele.
Hilton Announces 140-Room Tapestry Collection Hotel Near Horseshoe Indianapolis
HCW will build a new 140-room hotel under Hilton's Tapestry Collection adjacent to Horseshoe Indianapolis in Shelbyville, Indiana. The five-story, 109,324-square-foot hotel is set to open in spring 2028 with extensive amenities and event spaces.
Chicago O’Hare Logs 1,055 Delays and 175 Cancellations on September 17, 2026
Chicago O'Hare International Airport recorded 1,055 flight delays and 175 cancellations on September 17, 2026, due to thunderstorms. The FAA reported average ground delays of 126 minutes at O'Hare during the event.
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Kenya Targets 60% Growth in Business Tourism
Kenya tourism authorities target 60% growth in business tourism. This reflects efforts to strengthen business travel as part of Kenya's tourism strategy.
Mustang Tourism Sees Over 51,000 Visitors in Last 20 Days
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EU Adopts Sustainable Tourism Strategy as Q3 2026 Tourism Grows 3%
The European Commission unveiled its Sustainable Tourism Strategy on 4 November 2026 aiming to boost sector resilience. International arrivals in Europe rose by 3% in Q3 2026, with growth across 80% of destinations.