Palma Airport Third Worst in Europe for Summer 2026 Flight Delays
Palma Airport recorded a 53% on-time departure rate in summer 2026, ranking third lowest in Europe. Madrid-Barajas and Malaga airports reported higher punctuality rates at 63% and 62%, respectively.
Vietnam Targets 50 Million Foreign Visitors and $90 Billion in Tourism by 2030
Vietnam targets up to 50 million international visitors and $90 billion in tourism revenue by 2030. The plan also sets 2026 targets for 25-27 million foreign visitors and over 150 million domestic trips.
UK and Japan Implement New Tourist Taxes in 2026
The UK and Japan implemented new tourist taxes in 2026. These taxes respond to tourism growth and aim to increase government revenue.
Cuba Tourism Drops 17.8% in 2025, Hotel Occupancy Falls Below 19%
Cuba received just over 1.8 million international visitors in 2025, a 17.8% decrease from 2024, missing its 3 million target. Declines continued into 2026 amid economic crisis, infrastructure decay, and U.S. sanctions, with recovery dependent on reforms and easing tensions.
FAA Staffing Shortages Cause Ground Stops at LAX and San Diego
The FAA paused some flights into Los Angeles International and San Diego airports on September 14, 2026, due to staffing shortages at Southern California TRACON. This disruption caused delays for arriving and potentially departing flights at LAX.
Carnival Tropicale Cruising from Galveston Begins April 2028 with Bookings Open
Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Tropicale will begin sailing from Galveston, Texas on April 15, 2028. Bookings are now open for the ship's inaugural 2028 cruise season.
Royal Caribbean Cancels Serenade of the Seas Alaska Cruise After Boarding
Royal Caribbean canceled its Alaska cruise from Vancouver after about 1,700 passengers boarded. The sailing was delayed, shortened, and eventually canceled due to maintenance work on the Serenade of the Seas.
FAA Ground Stop Due to Staffing Issues at LAX and San Diego Airports
The FAA temporarily paused flights into LAX and San Diego airports on September 14, 2026, due to staffing shortages at Southern California TRACON. The delays affected arrivals and departures but operations at LAX have since normalized.
IHG and ALAND to Develop 15 Staybridge Suites Hotels in Australia
IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with ALAND to develop at least 15 Staybridge Suites hotels in Australia, totaling about 2,000 rooms. The first two properties, managed by Signature Hotel Management Group, launch in Sydney's Parramatta and Leppington areas.
Peachtree Group Starts Build of 480-Room Embassy Suites & Tempo Hotel in Austin
Peachtree Group has started building a 480-room dual-branded Embassy Suites by Hilton and Tempo by Hilton in downtown Austin. The 30-story hotel is expected to open in early 2029.
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InterContinental Penang Resort to Open in December 2026
InterContinental Penang Resort will open in December 2026 in Teluk Bahang with 348 rooms, marking InterContinental’s first resort in Malaysia. The property revives the former Penang Mutiara Beach Resort, closed since 2006.
Braemar Hotels Ends Advisory Agreement, Becomes Self-Managed REIT
Braemar Hotels terminated its advisory agreement and converted to a self-managed REIT as of November 10, 2026. The change took place in early November 2026.
China Expands Visa-Free and Digital Payment for Tourism in 2026
China expanded visa-free travel programs and integrated digital payment solutions in 2026. These measures aim to support the recovery and growth of China's international tourism sector.