Costa Rica Joins FIEXPO Latin America 2026 with Over 200 Exhibitors in San José
FIEXPO Latin America 2026 will gather more than 200 exhibitors from over a dozen countries in San José, Costa Rica, from June 8 to 11. Costa Rica joins fellow nations such as Argentina and Mexico in this major MICE event.
Hilton Unveils Undergraduate Hotel Brand
Hilton has introduced a new hotel brand named Undergraduate by Hilton, created with a focus on university town markets. This brand marks Hilton’s entry into the category of hotels serving college communities.
Saracen Casino Resort Opens New Hotel Facility
Saracen Casino Resort has welcomed guests with a newly opened hotel facility in Arkansas. The resort celebrated the launch with a grand opening event held in 2026.
Marriott to Open 153-Room AC Hotel in Houston
Marriott plans to open a new AC Hotel in Houston with 153 rooms, as announced in 2026. This development will expand the brand’s footprint in the city.
French Travel Agents Visit Ireland for Tourism Insights
French travel agents have toured Ireland to explore its tourism attractions and foster collaborative relationships. The visit was aimed at promoting Ireland as a destination within the French market.
Derry and Strabane See Major Tourism Uptick in 2025
Derry and Strabane saw a marked increase in tourism activity in 2025, with visitor numbers rising significantly from previous periods. This growth points to the area's enhanced profile within Northern Ireland's travel sector.
Da Nang Leads Vietnamese Cities in Summer 2026 Tourism Searches
Da Nang has become Vietnam’s leading city in tourism searches for summer 2026. It overtakes popular destinations such as Nha Trang, Hoi An, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc.
Cruise Passenger Saves Elderly Man Who Fell Into Water at Costa Maya
An elderly man fell into the water near the Costa Maya pier during a Carnival cruise stop. A fellow passenger quickly jumped in to rescue him.
Norwegian Cruise Line Cancels Norwegian Viva Sailings, Moves Caribbean Homeport to Miami
Norwegian Cruise Line is canceling multiple months of Norwegian Viva sailings and moving its Caribbean homeport from San Juan to Miami. These adjustments will impact cruises scheduled through early 2028.
US Approves First True High-Speed Rail Track in California
The US has approved its first true high-speed rail track as part of California's state rail project. This comes 62 years after Japan's initial high-speed rail launch.
















