Vietnam welcomed 1.68 million international visitors in June 2026, increasing arrivals by 14.9% in H1 2026. The government targets 25 million visitors and $43 billion revenue nationally for 2026.
The FAA delayed approximately 4,000 flights and cancelled over 500 on July 11 at JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, and Philadelphia airports. The disruptions are due to weather and air traffic control staffing shortages.
Carnival Cruise Line started construction of Carnival Destiny, its first ACE Class ship, at Fincantieri’s Monfalcone yard on July 10, 2026. The ship will feature a record number of ocean-facing balcony cabins and arrive in summer 2029.