GTBA Hosts 3rd Ambassador Awards, Launches 4th Travel Sale Expo at SM Megamall
The 3rd Ambassador of the Year Awards honored 80 tourism contributors, including diplomats and local officials. The event also launched the 4th Travel Sale Expo set for October 2026 at SM Megamall, offering discounts up to 75% on travel services.
International Travel Expo Comes Back to Ho Chi Minh City at Record Scale in...
The International Travel Expo returned to Ho Chi Minh City in August 2026 at its largest scale ever. The event highlights expanding Asia-Pacific travel markets and wider international engagement.
Train Services Halted in Adelaide on August 10 Due to Severe Weather
Train services in Adelaide were halted again due to wild weather on August 10, 2026. The disruptions have caused commuter chaos and significant travel delays in the city.
IHG Room Revenue Growth Slows in Q2 2026 Amid Middle East Conflict
IHG's room revenue growth slowed to 3.5% in Q2 2026, affected by a 19% drop in the Middle East during ongoing Iran conflict. Gains in the US and China partially offset these declines.
Thailand Adds Tourist Fee, Reduces Visa-Free Stay to 30 Days in 2026
Thailand will introduce a 300 baht tourist entry fee and shorten visa-free stays to 30 days in 2026. These changes aim to address overtourism and fund infrastructure improvements.
GTBA-ONEKLIK Honors 80 Leaders, Launches 4th Travel Sale Expo in 2026
GTBA and ONEKLIK held the 3rd Ambassador Awards in August 2026, honoring 80 leaders. They simultaneously launched the 4th Travel Sale Expo set for October 2026 at SM Megamall.
American Express Adds 350+ Hotels to Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection
American Express added 351 hotels to its Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection programs in August 2026, expanding to over 3,400 properties in 116 countries. Eligible Platinum cardholders can use up to $600 annually in hotel statement credits for bookings in these programs.
Thailand Introduces 300 Baht Tourist Entry Fee Starting in 2026
Thailand will implement a 300 baht tourist entry fee for foreign arrivals by air starting in 2026. This aligns with similar levies in Japan, Bali, and Europe aimed at funding tourism infrastructure and managing costs.
Singapore Snow Expo 2026 Returns with Winter Travel Deals and Activities
The Singapore Snow Expo was held on August 15-16, 2026, at Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre after a nine-year break. The event featured 20 exhibitors and winter travel deals including a stay giveaway at Moxy Niseko Village hotel.
Celebrity Cruises Announces 2028-2029 Deployments Across All Seven Continents
Celebrity Cruises revealed its 2028-2029 global deployment covering all seven continents, with four Edge Series ships sailing Europe for the first time. The plan includes new routes in Alaska, Asia, South America, and Antarctica.
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Flight Delays and Snow Disrupt Flights in Northeastern US Starting Nov 12
Heavy rain and snow forecast across major Northeastern US cities from November 12 to 14 will cause flight delays. Cities including New York, Boston, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. face travel disruptions due to the storm system.
820+ Flights Delayed, 65 Canceled Across U.S. Airports on Nov 12, 2026
On November 12, 2026, more than 820 flights were delayed and 65 canceled at U.S. airports. The disruptions impacted flights across the country.
Alaska Airlines Flight 322 Diverted to Yakima Causes 16-Hour Delay
Alaska Airlines Flight 322 diverted to Yakima Air Terminal on November 11 due to severe weather and a mechanical failure. Over 130 passengers were stranded overnight without hotel accommodations.