World Cup Drives 8.7% Increase in Non-U.S. Air Travel to Canada in June 2026
Non-U.S. air arrivals at Toronto Pearson and Vancouver International airports rose 8.7% in June 2026 during World Cup matches. Spending by international visitors in Toronto's hospitality sector increased 34% during the event period.
WestJet Cancels St. John’s to Florida Direct Flights Spring 2027
WestJet is canceling direct spring flights from St. John’s to Tampa and Orlando for 2027 due to low demand. Travelers should connect through Toronto Pearson, while potential flight attendant strikes loom over the airline.
Marriott International Q1 2026: Steady Stock and 4.2% Global RevPAR Increase
Marriott International’s stock remained stable in Q1 2026, driven by a 4.2% rise in global RevPAR and nearly 15,900 new rooms worldwide. Marriott Bonvoy membership reached nearly 283 million amid robust travel demand.
Travel Madness Expo 2026 Opens in Pasay with Positive Tourism Outlook
The Travel Madness Expo opened in Pasay, Philippines, in July 2026. Organizers are confident of a tourism sector rebound in the second half of 2026, with Vietnam, Japan, and Korea as key sought-after destinations.
80+ Flights Cancelled, 3,600+ Delayed at NYC Airports on July 16, 2026
On July 16, 2026, JFK, Newark, and LaGuardia airports had over 80 flight cancellations and more than 3,600 delayed flights. Weather and staffing shortages were the main causes behind disruptions affecting traveler schedules regionwide.
London Charing Cross and Waterloo East Close for £20M Upgrade in Summer 2026
London Charing Cross and Waterloo East stations will close from July 26 to August 16, 2026, for a £20 million upgrade. Southeastern trains will divert to other London stations during the closure.
Thailand’s Tourism Authority Sets THB 2.9 Trillion Target for 2027
The Tourism Authority of Thailand targets THB 2.9 trillion in tourism revenue for 2027, aiming to attract 33 million foreign visitors. The plan emphasizes high-value tourism and government-backed stimulus programmes.
83 Flight Cancellations and 3,636 Delays Hit US Airports on July 16, 2026
On July 16, 2026, US air travel faced major disruptions with 83 flights cancelled and 3,636 delayed across key states including Texas and Illinois. Dallas-Fort Worth Airport recorded the highest delays totaling 693 flights, while Reagan National had the most cancellations at 19.
9th Hospitality Philippines Conference 2026 to Tackle Infrastructure and Asset Lifecycle
The 9th Hospitality Philippines Conference will take place September 9-10, 2026 at Marriott Manila, focusing on tourism infrastructure and asset lifecycle management. The event will gather over 100 expert speakers, 500 delegates, and 300 companies across Asia-Pacific.
Travel Madness Expo Opens in Pasay with Tourism Recovery Focus
The Travel Madness Expo launched in Pasay in July 2026. Organizers are optimistic about a tourism rebound in the second half of the year, highlighting Vietnam, Japan, and Korea as top travel destinations.
















