DHS Customs Halt at Sanctuary City Airports Risks $8 Billion for Travel Industry
The Department of Homeland Security is considering ending customs processing at sanctuary city airports including LAX and SFO. The travel industry warns this move could risk $8 billion in annual revenue.
PATA Marks 75 Years by Honoring Long-Standing Members in Pohang
The Pacific Asia Travel Association marked its 75th anniversary in 2026 by honoring member organizations with extensive histories at the annual summit in Pohang, Korea. Members with partnerships exceeding 50, 60, and 70 years were recognized for their long-term contributions.
Mexico Tops North America in Tourism Growth and Visitor Spend in 2025
According to the World Travel & Tourism Council's official 2025 data, Mexico is the leading North American country in tourism growth, visitor arrivals, and spending. The country outperforms the US and Canada in key tourism metrics.
Travel Industry Warns of $8B Risk if DHS Stops Customs at Sanctuary Airports
The travel industry warns that DHS’s proposed halt of customs processing at sanctuary city airports such as Newark, SFO, and LAX could threaten $8 billion annually. Officials caution this move may cause major disruption to airport operations.
Mexico Leads North America in Tourism Growth and Visitor Numbers for 2025
Mexico led North America in travel growth and visitor spending during 2025, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council. The country outperformed the U.S. and Canada in these tourism metrics.
Central and South America Travel Sector Set to Surpass Global Growth in 2026
WTTC forecasts a 4.1% GDP growth for Central and South America's travel and tourism sector in 2026. Growth is expected to surpass global rates on the back of strong visitor spending and domestic demand.
Travel Industry Warns of DHS Customs Officer Removal at Sanctuary Airports
The Department of Homeland Security is weighing the removal of customs officers from sanctuary city airports, a move the travel industry warns could risk $8 billion in revenue. Newark Airport is among those potentially affected, with concerns over possible customs delays and operational disruptions.
WTTC Says Central, South America to Outpace Global Tourism Growth in 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council forecasts that Central and South America's travel sector will grow faster than the global average in 2026. This is driven by increased visitor spending and strong domestic tourism demand.
DHS Customs Halt Threatens $8B Risk, Travel Industry Warns
The Department of Homeland Security is considering pulling customs officers from sanctuary city airports like Newark, risking $8 billion in travel-related economic activity. The travel industry warns this could affect airport operations and international passenger processing.
Global Air Travel Demand Drops 3.4% in April 2026, IATA Reports
Global air travel demand fell by 3.4% in April 2026 according to a recent IATA report. The decline is associated with disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict.
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Severe thunderstorms caused hundreds of flight delays and cancellations at Heathrow and Gatwick airports today. Both airports experienced widespread schedule disruptions due to adverse weather.
Carnival Destiny Steel-Cut Marks Start of Ace Class Megaship
Carnival Cruise Line held a steel-cutting ceremony for Carnival Destiny, the first of its Ace class ships, at Fincantieri's Monfalcone shipyard on July 10, 2026. The vessel will debut in summer 2029 with doubled passenger capacity and more ocean-view balconies.
Royal Caribbean Cancels 2026 Labadee Visits and Spectrum of the Seas Sailing
Royal Caribbean announced it will cancel all visits to Labadee, Haiti, throughout 2026 due to security risks. The cruise line also canceled a four-night Spectrum of the Seas sailing, affecting numerous itineraries.