Travel Events News

Johannesburg will host a key MICE masterclass focused on artificial intelligence and business tourism development in Africa. The event will explore future opportunities in the global business events industry.

Saracen Casino Resort announced the opening of a new hotel on June 4, 2026. Located in Arkansas, the resort has enhanced its lodging options for guests.

Labour protests at Costa Maya have prompted Royal Caribbean to cancel scheduled shore excursions in June 2026. Cruise passengers traveling to this Mexican port will need to accommodate these changes.

Carnival Cruise Line has revealed a cybersecurity breach exposing personal and passport information for nearly six million passengers. The company is investigating and advising affected travelers to monitor their data closely.

California’s high-speed rail project has awarded a $3.5 billion contract to a Kiewit-led consortium for track and electrified systems installation. Work will focus on the Central Valley segment.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is launching its first Celebration of Dance at Sea cruise, featuring celebrated dancers Dame Arlene Phillips and Ian Waite. This specialized cruise offers passengers a unique opportunity to enjoy dance-focused activities with expert performers.

Sun Group made its inaugural appearance at the Seoul travel fair, focusing on promoting the island destination of Phu Quoc as part of efforts to enhance Vietnamese tourism visibility.

France has recorded a significant rise in inbound business travel in 2026, while growth in the US business travel sector has slowed. This contrast points to expanding business tourism in France amid a more restrained US market.

China has launched the COITM 2026 Cultural Tourism Festival in Beijing, aiming to connect global destinations with travel buyers. The event spotlights opportunities in China's inbound and outbound cultural tourism.

Hotel industry leaders discussed economic trends and travel demand at the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum 2026. The event also highlighted AI's expanding role in hotel operations.