Holland America Line Launches 2028 Alaska Cruises with Rare Voyages and New Oosterdam
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United Cancels 200+ Flights at Newark Liberty in Less Than 48 Hours
United Airlines cancelled more than 200 flights at Newark Liberty International Airport within a 48-hour period. The cancellations continue today amid ongoing disruptions at the airport.
Newark Airport Delays Exceed 1,700 Flights, 115 Canceled Amid FAA Staff Shortage
Newark Airport faced extensive delays of more than 1,700 flights on August 29, 2026. Additionally, 115 flights were canceled due to an FAA air traffic control staff shortage.
IHG to Convert 14 Kyoto Hotels, Adding 1,063 Rooms to Japan Portfolio
IHG Hotels & Resorts signed a deal on 26 August 2026 to convert 14 hotels in Kyoto, totaling 1,063 rooms. The portfolio includes 12 Garner hotels, one Holiday Inn Express, and one unbranded property.
United Airlines Cancels 200+ Flights at Newark Airport Amid FAA Stop, Staff Shortages
United Airlines canceled over 200 flights at Newark Liberty International Airport in under 48 hours amid ongoing disruptions. These involve an FAA ground stop and staff shortages, impacting passengers with delays and cancellations.
Charlotte Airport Ground Stop Causes Flight Delays and Cancellations on Aug 28
The FAA issued a ground stop at Charlotte Douglas International Airport on August 28, 2026, due to thunderstorms, causing 487 flight delays and 12 cancellations. Storms with damaging winds and flooding risks continued through the evening, impacting flights and local events.
International Travel Expo 2026 Opens in Ho Chi Minh City with 520 Exhibitors
The 20th International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC 2026) opened on August 27 at SECC with over 520 exhibitors and 260 international buyers from 40+ countries. The event highlights emerging tourism trends and schedules 21,000+ business meetings to expand Vietnam’s global tourism role.
Expo 2030 Riyadh and Atout France Sign Tourism Partnership MoU
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Palawan Hosts Three-Day Travel Expo in Cebu After 11 Years
Palawan is holding a three-day travel expo in Cebu, its first outside Metro Manila in 11 years. The event targets the Visayas tourism market to promote Palawan's attractions.
FAA Staffing Shortage Causes 1,700+ Delays, 115 Cancellations at Newark Airport
On August 29, 2026, more than 1,700 flights faced delays and 115 were cancelled at Newark Liberty International Airport. The FAA reported the cause as an air traffic control staff shortage.
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