ECHO Suites Tops USA TODAY Extended Stay Hotel Brand Rankings 2026
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts secured the top three spots in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for Best Extended Stay Hotel Brand in 2026. ECHO Suites led the ranking, followed by Hawthorn and WaterWalk Extended Stay brands.
Hilton Launches Adults-Only Amàre Cancún All-Inclusive Resort with 429 Suites
Hilton is opening Amàre Cancún Adults Only All-Inclusive Resort with 429 suites and two rooftop pools. The property accepts reservations for stays beginning October 31, 2026.
Flooding Shuts Roads to Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3 on August 15, 2026
Severe flooding caused by a burst water main at Heathrow Airport's Central Terminal Area on August 15, 2026, led to complete road closures affecting Terminals 2 and 3. Flights continued as scheduled, but passengers were urged to avoid road travel and use rail services.
Over 700 Flights Delayed at Denver International Airport After FAA Ground Stop
The FAA issued a ground stop at Denver International Airport on August 15, 2026, causing over 700 flight delays and cancellations. Severe thunderstorms linked to the North American Monsoon triggered the disruption.
Denver Airport Ground Stop Causes 700+ Flight Delays and Cancellations
Denver International Airport implemented a ground stop on August 15, 2026, causing over 700 flight delays and cancellations amid severe thunderstorms. The FAA lifted the ground stop at 4 p.m., but significant disruptions continued into the evening.
Flooding at Heathrow Forces Road Closures to Terminals 2 and 3 on August 15
Flooding from a burst water main beneath Inner Ring Road West at Heathrow has closed roads to Terminals Two and Three. Passengers must avoid driving to these terminals and instead use rail or park and ride services at Terminals Four and Five.
FAA Ground Stop Causes 700+ Flight Delays at Denver International Airport
The FAA ordered a ground stop at Denver International Airport on August 15, 2026, delaying or canceling over 700 flights amid severe thunderstorms. The ground stop was lifted at 4 p.m., but delays persisted into the evening.
World Travel Expo Returns to Cebu for 10th Year in August 2026
The World Travel Expo returned to Cebu from August 14 to 16, 2026, holding its 10th annual event at Ayala Center Cebu. The expo connected travelers with global and local tourism opportunities alongside exclusive travel deals.
ITE HCMC 2026 Set for Largest International Travel Expo in Vietnam
ITE HCMC 2026 will run 27-29 August featuring over 520 exhibitors and 260 international buyers in Ho Chi Minh City. Three Mekong Tourism Ministers’ Meetings and thematic forums will take place concurrently.
ITB Berlin Survey Reveals Changing Safety Views for LGBTQ+ Travellers in 28 Countries
The 2026 ITB Berlin LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Survey, conducted with A3M Global Monitoring and Diversity Tourism, assessed perceptions of queer traveller safety across 28 countries. Canada and the Netherlands scored highest for social acceptance, while the US saw sharp declines in respectful treatment and safe reporting.














