U.S. Hotels Show Strong Revenue Growth in H1 2026; Luxury Leads Gains
U.S. hotels achieved 7.1% ADR growth and 8.9% RevPAR growth in H1 2026, driven by strong gains in luxury segments. Economy hotels faced rate declines but occupancy improved in Q2.
Apple Hospitality REIT Announces August 2026 Monthly Distribution
Apple Hospitality REIT declared its monthly distribution for August 2026 on August 20. The payment maintains the stable income pattern characteristic of its hospitality REIT operations.
Keizer Proposes Raising Hotel Tax to Fund Sports Field Improvements
Keizer city officials propose raising the transient occupancy tax from 6% to 10% to fund upgrades at Keizer Little League Park. Alternatively, hotels may join a regional Tourism Promotion Area to collectively set fees and use funds for tourism marketing.
FAA Ground Stop at Baltimore-Washington Airport on August 20, 2026
The FAA issued a ground stop at Baltimore-Washington International Airport on August 20, 2026, caused by severe weather in the DMV region. Washington National Airport also experienced a ground stop that has been lifted.
25 U.S. Airports Under FAA Delay Programs August 21, Charlotte Worst
On August 21, 2026, 25 U.S. airports operated under 37 FAA delay programmes. Charlotte Douglas International experienced the longest ground stop of 10 hours due to thunderstorms.
Shiba Park Hotel to Exhibit at IFTM Top Resa 2026
Shiba Park Hotel is confirmed to exhibit at IFTM Top Resa 2026, France’s premier B2B travel trade event. The Paris-based event connects hospitality and travel businesses.
FAA Ground Stop at BWI Airport Amid Severe Weather on August 20, 2026
The FAA issued a ground stop at Baltimore Washington International Airport on August 20, 2026, due to severe weather. A prior ground stop at DCA airport has been lifted.
FAA Ground Stop Halts Flights at Baltimore-Washington Airport on August 20
The FAA issued a ground stop at Baltimore-Washington International Airport on August 20, 2026, halting flights. Severe weather with tornado and thunderstorm watches affected the District of Columbia area and disrupted air traffic in the National Capital Region.
FAA Ground Stop Imposed at Baltimore-Washington International Airport for Severe Weather
The FAA imposed a ground stop at Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport on August 20, 2026, amid severe weather and tornado watches in the DMV. Washington National Airport's ground stop was lifted later that day.
Major Train Disruptions at London King’s Cross on 16 August 2026
Damage to overhead wires between Peterborough and Stevenage caused widespread cancellations and delays at London King’s Cross on 16 August 2026. LNER advised passengers not to travel, offering ticket validity extensions and alternative travel options.
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