Viking Ullur Runs Aground on Danube River Near Vidin with 200 Passengers
On July 28, 2026, the Viking Ullur cruise ship ran aground near Vidin, Bulgaria, due to historically low water levels on the Danube River. All 186 guests and 52 crew were safely evacuated with no reported injuries.
Carnival Cancels 9 Carnival Jubilee Cruises from Galveston in 2027
Carnival Cruise Line has cancelled nine Carnival Jubilee cruises from Galveston port scheduled between August and December 2027 due to itinerary changes. Passengers have been notified and offered alternative sailing options.
European River Cruises Adjust Routes amid Historic Low Water Levels
Historic low water levels on the Danube, Rhine, and Romanian rivers in summer 2026 have forced river cruise lines like Uniworld and Viking to reroute, swap ships, and miss scheduled stops. Operators provide allowances and hotel stays for disrupted passengers while encouraging traveler flexibility amid ongoing water-level challenges.
FAA Ground Stop Causes Major Delta Flight Disruptions at Atlanta Airport
On August 2, 2026, an FAA ground stop at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson airport cancelled or delayed more than half of Delta’s flights. Passengers faced extensive disruptions including missed connections and overnight terminal stays.
WestJet Cancels 309 Flights Ahead of Flight Attendant Strike Deadline
WestJet has cancelled 309 flights across Canada as of August 2, 2026, ahead of a potential flight attendant strike. The earliest strike time is 12:01 a.m. Mountain Time on August 2.
WestJet Cancels 81 Flights Ahead of August 2 Flight Attendant Strike
WestJet cancelled 81 flights on August 2, 2026, due to a looming flight attendant strike. Passengers at Toronto Pearson International Airport remain anxious amid ongoing negotiations.
WestJet Cancels 276 Flights Across Canada on August 2 Due to Flight Attendant Strike...
WestJet cancelled 276 flights across Canada on August 2, 2026, amid preparations for a flight attendant strike. Major routes including Calgary to Vancouver are affected. Flight attendants’ union CUPE issued a 72-hour strike notice with a strike deadline at 12:01 a.m. MT on August 2.
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust Posts Solid Financial Results in Q2 2026
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust announced its financial results for Q2 2026. Highlights include RevPAR gains and strong asset management within the US hospitality sector.
WestJet Cancels 276 Flights Nationwide Before Possible August 2 Strike
WestJet cancelled 276 flights nationwide by August 1, 2026, ahead of a possible flight attendant strike set for August 2. The airline and CUPE, representing flight attendants, remain in unresolved negotiations.
WestJet Cancels Flights as Flight Attendant Strike Looms August 2, 2026
WestJet flight attendants plan a 72-hour strike starting August 2, 2026, prompting 81 flight cancellations and free changes through August 4. The dispute centers on unpaid pre-flight ground duties with negotiations ongoing between WestJet and CUPE 8125 since September 2025.
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Amsterdam Approves Tourist Tax Increase to 16% in 2027
Amsterdam City Council approved a tourist tax increase from 12.5% to 16% effective 2027 despite opposition from hospitality and cultural groups. The move aims to manage over-tourism amid record 21 million visitors last year.
India Reduces Visa Categories from 13 to 9, Renames Tourist Visa
India has reduced its visa main categories from 13 to 9, renaming the Tourist Visa to Visitor Visa with two sub-categories. The move also cut visa application fields by up to 70%, streamlining travel documentation.
FAA Nationwide Ground Stop Causes Delays at Major Canadian Airports
The FAA lifted its nationwide ground stop on November 14, 2026, after a telecommunications outage halted departing flights across the U.S. Major Canadian airports including Toronto Pearson, Montréal-Trudeau, and Ottawa experienced numerous delays and cancellations as operations return to normal.