USA Tourism Arrivals Generated US$4.34 Billion in 2025
Tourism arrivals produced US$4.34 billion in revenue in the USA during 2025. The disclosure was made by the Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Minister in August 2026.
FAA Ground Stops Trigger Over 2,000 Delays, 263 Cancellations Nationwide August 10
The FAA imposed ground stops at five major US airports over the weekend, causing 2,036 delayed and 263 canceled flights on August 10. Chicago O'Hare saw the highest disruptions with extended ground stops and over 100 delays and cancellations combined.
Porter Airlines Cancels Victoria to Toronto Flight Due to Toddler Safety Issue
Porter Airlines cancelled a flight from Victoria to Toronto on August 6, 2026, after a toddler passenger refused to buckle their seatbelt. The delay forced an overnight cancellation due to the airport's 12:30 a.m. curfew, stranding passengers.
Carnival Cancels Nine 2027 Cruises on Jubilee from Galveston
Carnival Cruise Line will cancel nine scheduled 2027 sailings of the Jubilee from Galveston. Passengers impacted must reschedule or request refunds due to itinerary changes.
Celebrity Cruises announces 2028-29 itineraries covering seven continents
Celebrity Cruises revealed its 2028-29 global itinerary, covering all seven continents. The deployment features four Edge Series ships sailing Europe and expanded cruises in Alaska, Asia, and South America.
Porter Cancels Victoria to Toronto Flight Over Unbuckled Toddler, Stranding Passengers Overnight
Porter Airlines flight PD444 from Victoria to Toronto was cancelled on August 6, 2026 after a toddler refused to fasten a seatbelt. The delay pushed departure past Victoria International Airport’s overnight curfew, stranding passengers overnight.
Porter Airlines Cancels Flight PD444 After Toddler Seatbelt Refusal
Porter Airlines Flight PD444 was cancelled on August 6, 2026 after a toddler refused to buckle the seatbelt at Victoria International Airport. Passengers were stranded overnight and rebooked on a flight departing 12 hours later.
Host Hotels Raises 2026 Profit Outlook After Strong Q2 RevPAR and Asset Sales
Host Hotels reported a 7% rise in comparable hotel RevPAR for Q2 2026 and raised its full-year profit forecast. Growth was driven by disciplined rate management, FIFA World Cup demand, and Maui market recovery.
Sunstone Hotel Investors Surpasses Q2 2026 Profit Expectations with Strong Earnings
Sunstone Hotel Investors reported Q2 2026 earnings surpassing profit expectations with 9.3% RevPAR growth and $77 million in adjusted EBITDA. Resort properties, including Wailea Beach Resort and Andaz Miami Beach, drove strong gains amid rising leisure and group travel.
FAA Ground Stops Trigger Over 2,000 Delays and 260 Cancellations at US Airports
Federal Aviation Administration ground stops caused over 2,000 flight delays and 260 cancellations on August 10, 2026, mainly at Chicago O'Hare. Severe weather also forced nearly 2,000 cancellations at New York area airports earlier in the week.
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SeaPort Airlines Starts Spokane-Olympia Route in January 2027
SeaPort Airlines will start direct Spokane to Olympia flights on January 8, 2027, operating Fridays and Sundays during Washington's legislative session. The one-hour flights reduce travel from a five-hour drive.
FAA Ground Stops at LaGuardia and JFK, Newark Delay Program Due to Thunderstorms
The FAA applied ground stops at LaGuardia and JFK airports and a ground delay program at Newark Airport on November 12, 2026, due to thunderstorms. These measures caused hundreds of flight delays and cancellations across the New York metropolitan area.
820+ Flight Delays and 65 Cancellations Across US Airports on November 13, 2026
Over 820 flights faced delays and 65 were canceled across U.S. airports on November 13, 2026. These disruptions affected flights nationwide throughout the day.