Flydubai Flight to Tel Aviv Diverts to Saudi Arabia; Passengers Reported Safe
Flydubai says all passengers are safe after flight FZ1073 diverted to Tabuk, while conflicting reports leave the cause of the onboard incident unresolved.
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Flydubai Suspends Israel Flights After FZ 1073 Cockpit Incident
Flydubai has paused flights to and from Israel following the September 30 diversion of FZ 1073, with no restart date announced.
Puerto Vallarta to Double Cruise Berths With New Homeport Starting in 2027
Puerto Vallarta plans to double its cruise berths to six and add homeport operations, with construction starting in 2027 and first sailings possible in 2028 or…
Etihad Rail Launches Dubai Passenger Trains to Abu Dhabi and Fujairah
Dubai joins Etihad Rail’s passenger network with 64-minute trains to Abu Dhabi, services to Fujairah and starting fares from AED 29.
Alaska and Hawaiian Unveil Lie-Flat Suites, Premium Economy and New Lounges
Aurora and Leihōkū suites will anchor a premium overhaul that includes a new Premium Reserve cabin and expanded lounges in Seattle and Honolulu.
Brightline Parent Companies File for Chapter 11 as Florida Trains Keep Running
Brightline’s operating railway remains outside the bankruptcy proceedings as parent companies restructure and stakeholders commit $490 million in new financing.
Tamarind Reopens in Barbados, Completing Marriott’s Seven-Resort Overhaul
The 111-room Tamarind returns with new dining venues, CAMP Club and local experiences, completing Marriott’s two-year renovation of its Barbados Collection.
Hilton Plans Japan’s First Motto Hotel in Kyoto for 2029
The 108-room Motto by Hilton Kyoto Shijo Karasuma will bring the lifestyle brand to Japan and help expand Hilton’s city portfolio to seven hotels.
Uber Safari Faces Guide Backlash and Booking Problems in Kenya
Uber has removed branding from its safari vehicles amid local guide opposition, while reported booking failures raise questions about the service’s reliability.
BON Theme Park Sets October 24 Guest Preview Ahead of 2027 Public Opening
VidantaWorld will open BON to resort guests on October 24, with five themed worlds and separately ticketed admission ahead of its April 2027 public debut.