World Travel Expo Year 10 Final Stop at SM City Iloilo Sept 25-27
The World Travel Expo Year 10 will hold its final regional event at SM City Iloilo from September 25 to 27. The three-day expo emphasizes extraordinary travel experiences.
Buyer Registration Opens for WTM Africa 2027 in Cape Town
Buyer registration for WTM Africa 2027 at Cape Town International Convention Centre is now open. The event runs from 7 to 9 April 2027 with expanded participation across Africa and the Middle East.
Popular Cruise Line Starts New Ship Build in September 2026
In September 2026, a popular cruise line began constructing a new vessel amid high travel demand. This marks a fleet expansion with anticipated advanced amenities and itinerary options.
IHG Expands in Malaysia with Garner Hotels Launch and Franchise Model
IHG signed a two-hotel deal in Malaysia, launching its franchise model and debuting Garner Hotels. Garner Hotel Kota Kinabalu will open in phases from 2027 to 2029, with Holiday Inn Express Tawau following in 2028.
Venice Considers Raising Tourist Entry Fee to €30 in 2027
Venice plans to increase its day-tripper entry fee from €5-10 to up to €30 in 2027 to better manage overcrowding. In 2026, nearly 680,000 tickets generated over €5.2 million during the fee’s phased operation.
Buyer Applications Open for WTM Africa 2027 in Cape Town
Buyer registration is now open for WTM Africa 2027, to be held 7–9 April at Cape Town International Convention Centre. The event will feature expanded geographic representation and exclusive Buyers’ Club benefits.
More Than 220 UK Flights Cancelled After Second NATS System Failure in September
A technical fault at NATS Prestwick control centre on 21 September 2026 caused 227 flight cancellations impacting UK airports including Heathrow and Gatwick. This was the second major air traffic control failure in two weeks, with Ryanair and British Airways among the worst affected airlines.
UK Passengers Allowed to Travel on Alternative Trains After Cancellations
From 20 September 2026, UK rail passengers with valid tickets can board alternative trains at no extra cost if their service is cancelled. This includes major operators like CrossCountry and Great Western Railway.
Norway Train Strike Causes Cancellation of 291 Trains by September 22, 2026
A strike by 46 train drivers in Norway has resulted in the cancellation of 163 trains on Sunday and 128 on Monday. Rail disruptions are expected to persist until at least September 22, 2026.
Signalling Fault at Manchester Piccadilly Closes Platform 8, Cancels Train Services
A signalling fault at Manchester Piccadilly on September 22, 2026, caused platform 8 to close and disrupted services until 10:00 BST. Several train cancellations affected Avanti West Coast and Northern routes, with alternative travel arrangements and ticket acceptance offered.
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Polaris Airline Adds Six New Routes from Chișinău Starting November 2026
Polaris Airline will start six new routes from Chișinău International Airport in November 2026. The airline recently began flights on the Chișinău–Istanbul route using an Airbus A321.
Qantas Starts Direct Flights from Sydney to Cape Town in October 2027
Qantas will launch direct flights from Sydney to Cape Town starting 19 October 2027, operating three times weekly with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. This new route removes the need for connections via Johannesburg and adds nearly 30,000 seats for the season.
FAA Ground Stop Cancels Hundreds of Flights at 4 Major US Airports on Nov...
The FAA issued a ground stop on November 7, 2026, affecting flights at four major US airports. This caused hundreds of flight cancellations throughout the day.