Alaska Airlines Starts Seattle Nonstop Flights to Athens and Paris in 2027
Alaska Airlines will launch nonstop flights from Seattle to Athens starting May 12, 2027, and to Paris from May 25. Both routes operate with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners featuring enhanced amenities.
Alaska Airlines to Start Seasonal Seattle Flights to Athens and Paris in 2027
Alaska Airlines will start seasonal nonstop flights from Seattle to Athens and Paris in spring 2027. Tickets are on sale now with introductory fares starting at $999.
Ground Stop at Detroit Metro Airport Lifted Following Thunderstorms
The FAA lifted a ground stop at Detroit Metro Airport on August 22 after thunderstorms delayed flights from multiple U.S. regions and Toronto. Power outages affected over 2,500 people and a transformer explosion closed a key intersection in Plymouth, Michigan.
Costa Rica Posts Record International Visitor Arrivals in First Half of 2026
Costa Rica saw record-breaking foreign visitor arrivals by air in the first half of 2026, with passenger numbers at major international airports exceeding forecasts. Growth is driven by increased flights, a national airline strategy, and sustainable tourism focused on biodiversity and cultural richness.
Chinese Tourist Arrivals to Japan Fall 56.3% in Jan-July 2026
Chinese tourist arrivals to Japan dropped 56.3% from January to July 2026, with a 56.1% fall in July alone. Chinese tourists' share of all foreign visitors halved to 10.1% during this period, amid tense China-Japan relations linked to remarks by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
Sri Lanka Starts $4.2 Billion Tourism Revenue Campaign
Sri Lanka launched a tourism campaign targeting $4.2 billion in revenue by August 19, 2026. The effort aims to boost tourism income and revitalize the sector.
Royal Caribbean Cancels Several 2027 U.S. Sailings Due to Ship Redeployments
Royal Caribbean has canceled several 2027 U.S. sailings on Navigator of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas to support new deployments in Asia-Pacific. Freedom of the Seas also saw over 20 cruise cancellations after its redeployment to Southampton.
Body Recovered After Man Falls Overboard From MS Ambition Near Scotland
A man fell overboard from the MS Ambition cruise ship off Scotland's east coast on 21 August 2026. Search and rescue teams recovered the body after a multi-agency operation.
Aiden Hotel Brand Grows Rapidly with 2026 Openings and 20+ Hotels in Pipeline
The Aiden hotel brand is rapidly expanding its global portfolio with over 20 new hotels in development in 2026. Recent openings include locations in Germany, Thailand, and multiple U.S. cities.
Hyatt Vivid Cancun Opens as Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resort
Hyatt Vivid Cancun opened in August 2026 as an adults-only, all-inclusive resort with 416 ocean-view rooms near Cancun Airport. The hotel includes seven restaurants, a spa, golf course, and offers bookings using World of Hyatt points.
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FAA Enforces Two Ground Stops at San Francisco Airport Amid Dense Fog
The FAA issued two ground stops at San Francisco International Airport on November 12, 2026 due to dense fog. This caused 187 flight delays and 3 cancellations, with average arrival delays around 63 minutes.
More Than 428 US Flights Delayed and 51 Canceled on November 12, 2026
More than 428 flights faced delays and 51 were canceled at US airports on November 12, 2026. These disruptions affected multiple airports across the United States.
Royal Caribbean Suspends Labadee Visits Through April 2028
Royal Caribbean announced in November 2026 the extension of suspension of Labadee, Haiti port calls through April 2028. Itinerary changes affect nine ships removing Labadee stops.