Royal Caribbean Cancels Alaska Cruise After Passengers Board
Royal Caribbean canceled an Alaska cruise on September 2, 2026 after boarding. Passengers had to adjust travel plans due to the unexpected cancellation.
FAA Halts Flights at LaGuardia and 5 Northeast Airports on Sept 5, 2026
The FAA imposed a ground stop at LaGuardia and five additional Northeast airports on September 5, 2026, due to severe thunderstorms. Thousands of holiday flights, particularly operated by American Airlines, were disrupted.
Grass Fire Halts Heathrow Airport Train Services on 5 September 2026
A trackside grass fire near Heathrow Airport on 5 September 2026 halted all trains between Paddington, Heathrow, and Reading. The fire caused an electricity supply failure, with disruption expected to last into Sunday.
Sansiri Buys Italian Luxury Hotel for €200 Million
Thai developer Sansiri acquired a luxury hotel in Italy for €200 million on September 3, 2026. This purchase expands Sansiri's international hotel holdings.
Accor Stock Steady with Growing Revenue and Profit as of September 3, 2026
Accor stock remained steady on September 3, 2026, amid increasing revenue and profit from rising hotel occupancy and room rates. The group's recovery surpasses pandemic-era lows and aligns with broader sector gains.
Grass Fire Causes Complete Train Service Halt to Heathrow Airport on September 5, 2026
Train services to Heathrow Airport stopped on September 5, 2026, after a trackside grass fire caused an electricity failure. Passenger rail disruption may continue into Sunday morning.
Thailand Ends 60-Day Visa Exemption, Starts 30- and 15-Day Visa-Free Stays
Thailand will end its 60-day visa exemption for certain travelers on September 15, 2026, replacing it with 30- and 15-day visa-free stays. Moroccan passport holders lose visa-free eligibility after this date.
ITB India 2026 Opens in Mumbai with 3,000+ Industry Pros
ITB India 2026 opened on September 1 at Mumbai's Jio World Convention Centre with over 3,000 industry professionals expected. The event features more than 100 exhibitors from multiple regions and themed conference tracks.
Saudi Arabia, WTM Spotlight Riyadh Partner for September 2026 Event
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism partners with WTM Spotlight Riyadh for the first travel industry event from September 8-10, 2026. The event aims to boost global tourism investment and market access.
Grass Fire Halts Train Services to Heathrow Airport September 6, 2026
Train services between London Paddington and Heathrow were halted on September 6, 2026, due to a trackside grass fire causing electricity failure. The fire also led to flight diversions following a separate blaze on the airport's southern runway.














