New Visitor Tax and Cruise Ship Restrictions Hit US Tourist Hot Spot
A US city’s introduction of a fast-tracked visitor tax and cruise ship restrictions is reshaping visitor planning. Travelers should anticipate changes to fees and cruise access.
Hantavirus Cases Confirmed Among Canadian Cruise Ship Passengers
Multiple Canadian cruise passengers have tested positive for hantavirus, prompting renewed attention on cruise travel safety. Travelers should monitor health advisories carefully when planning future cruises.
Miami International Airport Plans $33M Operations Center Upgrade
Miami-Dade reveals plans for a $33 million airport operations center at Miami International Airport, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and traveler convenience. Travelers should watch for updates impacting regional travel planning.
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Tulsa Hotel Tax Increase to Appear on November 2026 Ballot
On July 22, 2026, Tulsa City Council approved sending a hotel tax increase from 5% to 9.9% to voters in November. The raised funds would support repairs at the BOK Center and Arvest Convention Center.
WestJet Fee-Free Changes Amid Potential Strike Affecting 75,000 Passengers
WestJet is allowing fee-free changes for flights from July 30 to August 4, 2026, due to a possible strike. Up to 4,400 flight attendants may walk out starting August 2, risking daily disruption to 75,000 passengers.
WestJet Flight Attendant Strike Threat August 2; Fee-Free Flight Changes Announced
WestJet faces a possible strike by 4,400 flight attendants with 99.4% approval starting August 2, 2026. The airline offers fee-free flight changes for July 30 to August 4 to reduce passenger disruption.