IHG Secures Management of 14 Hotels in Kyoto to Boost Japan Presence
IHG Hotels & Resorts signed a management deal with GCP Hospitality for 14 hotels in Kyoto totaling 1,063 rooms. Renovations and rebranding will occur in phased openings over 12 months.
Radisson Targets 100 Hotels in Saudi Arabia by 2030 Despite Gulf Regional Challenges
Radisson Hotel Group operates 35 hotels in Saudi Arabia with 15 more under construction. The group targets 100 hotels in the kingdom by 2030 despite regional disruptions caused by the U.S.-Iran war.
Norway ATC Strike Causes 150 Cancellations, 2,110 Delays in Europe on 24 August 2026
An air traffic controller strike in Norway on 24 August 2026 has led to 150 flight cancellations and 2,110 delays across Europe. Oslo Gardermoen Airport recorded 75 cancellations amid operational shutdowns managed by Avinor and Luftfartstilsynet.
FAA Weather-Related Ground Stops Disrupt Flights at Ronald Reagan Airport on August 25
FAA ground stops at seven major U.S. airports on August 25, 2026, led to hundreds of flight cancellations. Ronald Reagan National Airport saw the highest cancellations with major delays from American Airlines and PSA Airlines.
FAA Held 11 US Airports Under Delay Programmes on August 25, 2026
FAA delay programmes on August 25, 2026, affected 11 U.S. airports with 18 total programmes. San Francisco International experienced the longest ground delay, with peak arrival delays up to 112 minutes.
Tourism Expo Japan 2026 Held in Tokyo on August 20
Tourism Expo Japan 2026 took place in Tokyo on 20 August 2026. The event brought together a range of travel industry professionals for networking and business opportunities.
Palawan Promotes Domestic Tourism at Cebu Trade Expo
Palawan targets expanding domestic tourism through participation in the Cebu tourism trade expo on August 23, 2026. The expo aids in strengthening tourism partnerships within the Philippines.
Palawan aims for ₱7M in sales at Cebu travel expo
Palawan targets ₱7 million in direct sales at the Cebu travel expo. The event promotes Palawan tourism domestically and offers networking opportunities.
FAA Weather Ground Stops Cause Over 80 Flight Disruptions at Ronald Reagan Airport
The FAA enforced weather-related ground stops at Ronald Reagan National Airport and other major U.S. airports from August 23-25 due to thunderstorms. American Airlines and PSA Airlines faced extensive delays and cancellations, especially at DCA, disrupting passenger travel.
CrossCountry Cancels Most UK Trains on August 23 After Birmingham Power Cut
CrossCountry cancelled almost all UK train services on August 23, 2026, due to a power failure at its Birmingham control centre. Other operators, including Chiltern, accepted CrossCountry tickets and extra services were added to assist passengers.
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Kenya Projects 15-20% Tourism Growth After WTM London 2026
Kenya’s tourism sector projects 15 to 20 percent annual growth following the World Travel Market London 2026 event. Kenya Tourism Board CEO June Chepkemei emphasized the country's safety and urged evidence-based travel advisories to maintain visitor confidence.
Madhya Pradesh Tourism Engages Globally at WTM London 2026
Madhya Pradesh Tourism participated in WTM London in November 2026. The event focused on boosting international outreach for the region.
ITB Americas 2026 Opens in Guadalajara Fully Booked with Strong Global Participation
ITB Americas 2026 opened in Guadalajara on November 10, featuring 300 exhibitors from 60+ countries and buyers from over 40 nations. The event includes a conference with 100+ speakers addressing key travel industry topics.