A ransomware attack targeting software used by multiple European airports has caused major delays and cancellations; Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin are among the hardest hit.
Air New Zealand launches a sweepstakes offering a premium trip for two to Hobbiton and Auckland, including roundtrip flights and behind-the-scenes access, aiming to inspire travel to Middle-Earth.
Navan, the travel and expense management unicorn formerly known as TripActions, has filed for an IPO, revealing rapid growth, heavy investment in AI, and the challenges of turning profitability in a competitive market.
American Cruise Lines unveils two fresh 8- to 11-day U.S. itineraries for 2026 and teases a third for 2027, adding routes along the Mississippi, Gulf Coast, and Tennessee rivers.
Direct Travel plans to acquire ATPI, bringing together two major travel agencies to create a powerhouse with combined revenue approaching US$6 billion and enhanced global reach.
Air Canada will launch three new transborder routes in summer 2026: Toronto-San Antonio, Montreal-Cleveland, and Montreal-Columbus, boosting cross-border travel options and capacity.
Las Vegas is holding its inaugural city-wide ‘Fabulous 5-Day Sale’ from September 22-26, offering steep discounts on hotels, food, shows, and more to reignite tourism after a slow summer.
Akasa Air launches daily flights from Mumbai to Phuket, marking its entry into Southeast Asia and opening up new travel options between India and Thailand.
Venice will reimpose its daytripper fee in 2026 on selected Fridays to Sundays during April through July, extending the number of fee-days and reinforcing measures to manage overtourism.
Carnival Cruise Line is launching a dedicated series of Hawaii cruises with the repositioning of ships to Norfolk, Long Beach, and Baltimore, expanding options for travelers and enhancing its homeport lineup.
Travel + Leisure Co. is converting the Virgin Hotel in Chicago’s Loop into a Sports Illustrated Resort, featuring a sports-inspired design, new amenities, and about 250 rooms by late 2026.
OYO’s premium brand Sunday plans to open 40 upscale properties – 4- and 5-star hotels – across metro and non-metro India in FY26, targeting travel and leisure hotspots.
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky says the company’s growth is slowing and aims to restore double-digit expansion by bolstering hotels, services, and new interfaces in the app.
Air France is rolling out free Starlink satellite internet across its fleet by the end of 2026, offering high-speed Wi-Fi in all cabins and changing inflight connectivity for passengers.
In 2025, Thailand is facing a steep drop in foreign visitor numbers. The government has launched emergency schemes including free domestic flights, tourist vouchers, off-season campaigns, and more to restore tourism momentum.