Lemon Tree Hotels Expands to UAE, Thailand, Maldives
Lemon Tree Hotels will expand to the UAE, Thailand, and Maldives, complementing its current operations in Nepal and Dubai. The company targets markets within three hours flying time from India to serve its large base of Indian travelers abroad.
Ryman Hospitality to Acquire Orlando Ritz-Carlton Resort for $1.38B
Ryman Hospitality Properties announced it will acquire an Orlando resort that includes the Ritz-Carlton hotel. The transaction is valued at $1.38 billion as of August 10, 2026.
Porter Airlines Cancels Flight After Child Refuses to Wear Seatbelt
Porter Airlines cancelled a flight from Victoria to Toronto on August 6, 2026, after a child refused to wear a seatbelt. The flight was delayed and passengers rebooked due to safety concerns.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport Halts Flights as Delta Leads Cancellation Surge
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport suspended all flights on August 12, 2026. Delta Air Lines led a worldwide surge in flight cancellations causing major delays at the Atlanta airport.
FAA Warns of Flight Delays Through Weekend From Weather
The FAA warns of potential flight delays through the end of the week across multiple U.S. regions, including the Midwest and High Plains. Meteorologist Becca Schuman detailed risks of thunderstorms and scattered showers impacting travel through the weekend.
Porter Airlines Cancels Flight After Child Refuses Seatbelt
Porter Airlines cancelled its August 6, 2026 Victoria to Toronto flight after a child refused to wear a seatbelt. Passengers were rebooked on a flight the following day.
GTBA-ONEKLIK Awards 80 Travel Leaders and Launches Travel Sale Expo
GTBA-ONEKLIK recognized 80 travel industry leaders at its 3rd Ambassador Awards ceremony. The organization also launched the 4th Travel Sale Expo during the event.
International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City 2026 to Host 520+ Exhibitors
The International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City 2026 will take place August 27-29 with over 520 exhibitors and 260 international buyers. Vietnam Airlines and local authorities support the event, which plans more than 21,000 business meetings.
FAAN Launches V-Pass Facial Recognition System at Nigerian Domestic Airports
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) started deploying the V-Pass facial recognition system at domestic airports in July 2026. The biometric system enhances passenger processing by speeding up identification and security checks.
Noi Bai Airport Launches Facial Recognition Biometric Check-In in July 2026
Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi introduced biometric check-in with facial recognition in July 2026. The system is designed to accelerate boarding and streamline passenger processing.
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More than 820 Flights Delayed and 65 Cancelled at US Airports on November 12
On November 12, 2026, US airports reported over 820 delayed flights and 65 cancellations. Disruptions were recorded nationwide without disclosed causes.
FAA Issues Ground Stops at LaGuardia and JFK, Newark Delay Program Amid Thunderstorms
The FAA imposed ground stops at LaGuardia and JFK airports on November 12, 2026, due to thunderstorms. Newark Airport initiated a ground delay program, resulting in average delays of 137 minutes for departing flights.
More Than 820 Flights Delayed and 65 Canceled Across US Airports on November 12
On November 12, 2026, more than 820 flights were delayed across U.S. airports. Additionally, 65 flights were canceled, causing extensive travel disruptions nationwide.