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Delta Airlines has begun nonstop flights from Boston to Nice in 2026, offering direct air service to the French Riviera. This route extends Delta’s Mediterranean network to include U.S. travelers.

Germany became the top source market for Croatia in early 2026, with over four million arrivals. Key regions like the Adriatic coast and Zagreb saw significant tourism growth.

Several hantavirus cases have emerged aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship, with some U.S. passengers returning home and a Canadian passenger recovering. Travelers should remain attentive to health updates related to this outbreak.

Victory II cruise ship has docked at Leicht Park in Green Bay to mark the start of the 2026 cruise season. Local media reported the arrival event, highlighting its significance for regional cruise tourism.

Norwegian Cruise Line has cancelled Norwegian Viva’s Puerto Rico sailings for most of 2026 and will reposition the vessel to Miami as its new homeport through 2028. This impacts hundreds of voyages and shifts the Caribbean focus to Miami and the Bahamas.

SNCF and Trenitalia workers held strikes on June 10 and 11, causing widespread rail service cancellations and delays in France and Italy. Millions of passengers experienced disruptions to both high-speed and regional train services.

The California High-Speed Rail Authority awarded a $3.5 billion contract for Central Valley infrastructure and appointed a private group for future network expansion.

The Parti Québécois leader has confirmed plans to withdraw Quebec from the Alto high-speed rail project if elected, reflecting rising political opposition amid protests and debates. The party advocates for using federal funds outside the rail initiative.

Mexico led North America in travel and tourism growth in 2025, achieving the top spot for visitor arrivals and tourism spending that year.

Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport faced several operational disruptions with five flight cancellations and about 100 delays affecting multiple airlines. Flights to and from the U.S., Mexico, Canada, and the Caribbean were among those impacted.