Croatia records June tourism dip but strong H1 2026 growth
Croatia saw a decline in tourist arrivals and overnight stays in June 2026 but confirmed strong growth in the first half of the year. The government proposed new hospitality laws and urged operators to prepare for last-minute bookings amid ongoing economic challenges.
European tourism grows 5% in Q2 2026 despite geopolitical challenges
International tourist arrivals to Europe rose 5% year-to-date in Q2 2026 despite geopolitical and economic uncertainty. Greece, Italy, and Malta led regional growth, while Cyprus and Türkiye saw declines.
Vietnam Targets 25 Million Visitors and $43B Tourism Revenue in 2026
Vietnam welcomed 1.68 million international visitors in June 2026, increasing arrivals by 14.9% in H1 2026. The government targets 25 million visitors and $43 billion revenue nationally for 2026.
FAA Delays Over 4,000 Flights into NY Airports Amid Weather and Staffing Constraints
The FAA delayed approximately 4,000 flights and cancelled over 500 on July 11 at JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, and Philadelphia airports. The disruptions are due to weather and air traffic control staffing shortages.
Carnival Begins Building Carnival Destiny, First Ship in ACE Class
Carnival Cruise Line started construction of Carnival Destiny, its first ACE Class ship, at Fincantieri’s Monfalcone yard on July 10, 2026. The ship will feature a record number of ocean-facing balcony cabins and arrive in summer 2029.
Royal Caribbean Cancels All 2026 Labadee Cruise Visits Over Security Issues
Royal Caribbean will not visit its private cruise destination Labadee, Haiti throughout 2026 due to ongoing gang violence and security issues. The cancellations affect dozens of itineraries across 12 ships, with alternative ports like Nassau and Cozumel replacing Labadee.
LGBTQ+ Scarlet Lady Cruise Denied Entry to Turkey and Egypt Ports
The Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady, with nearly 2,000 passengers, was denied entry by Turkish and Egyptian ports in July 2026. The denials disrupted the Mediterranean itinerary originally including stops in Turkey and Alexandria, Egypt.
FAA Delays Over 4,000 Flights at JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, Philadelphia on July 11, 2026
On July 11, 2026, the FAA cancelled over 500 flights and delayed 4,000 at New York-area airports due to weather and air traffic control staffing shortages. Ground stops and delays affected JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, and Philadelphia International Airports.
74 Flights Cancelled, 1,840 Delayed Across Europe on July 11, 2026
Europe's air network experienced 74 flight cancellations and 1,840 delays on July 11, 2026, heavily impacting major hubs like Paris Charles de Gaulle and Amsterdam Schiphol. British Airways faced the most disruptions, with nearly 200 delays and 11 cancellations.
Radisson Boosts Hotel Pipeline in India to 98 Properties
Radisson Hotel Group increased its hotel pipeline in India from 87 to 98 properties as of July 2026. This expansion signals continued investment in India's hospitality market.
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Akwaaba 2026 Hosts African Tour Operators Summit Focused on AFCON 2027
The 22nd Akwaaba African Travel Market in Lagos (Sept 13-15, 2026) features the second African Tour Operators Summit focused on AFCON 2027 tourism. The summit gathers tour operators from East and West Africa to develop travel packages and foster partnerships tied to the football tournament hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
ITB Berlin 2027 Adjusts Hall Layout Due to Dock9 Construction
ITB Berlin 2027 will adapt its hall layout due to dock9 construction at the venue in Berlin. The change was announced on 21 July 2026 to maintain smooth event operations despite 2027 infrastructural changes.
Thailand Airports Modernize with Biometric and Smart Systems in 2026
Thai Aviation Industries, Edgewater Solutions, and Amadeus signed an agreement in mid-2026 to modernize Thailand's airports. The project will implement biometric and intelligent airport systems to handle 140 million passengers annually.