Tripadvisor to Sell TheFork to American Express for $700 Million
Tripadvisor has agreed to sell TheFork to American Express for $700 million, sharpening its focus on Viator and the broader travel experiences market.
Story of the Day
The most noteworthy travel news article of the day. Story of the Day highlights the most significant, insightful, or impactful article selected from our daily coverage. Curated by our editorial team, it reflects the key development or narrative shaping the travel landscape today.
Argentina’s Golden Passport Plan Could Reshape Travel Mobility in South America
Argentina is preparing a citizenship-by-investment program that could give global travelers a new mobility option in South America.
Shakira and Burna Boy Open World Cup as Mexico City Takes Global Stage
The FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony turned Mexico City into a global travel and culture showcase, led by Shakira, Burna Boy and Latin American artists.
Sagrada Familia Finally Reaches Completion After 144 Years
By
Victoria Hayes
• 4 mins read
Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia has reached its final height with the Tower of Jesus Christ, drawing global attention while renewing debate over overtourism and local impact.
World’s Safest Countries Offer Travelers Stability as Global Peace Falls
By
Christopher Lane
• 4 mins read
The 2026 Global Peace Index highlights Iceland, New Zealand and Switzerland as leading destinations for travelers seeking stability, safety and lower conflict risk.
Google’s Gemini Live Translate Could Change How Travelers Communicate Abroad
By
Laura Mitchell
• 4 mins read
Google’s Gemini 3.5 Live Translate brings near real-time speech translation to more than 70 languages, with travel use cases ranging from guided tours to ride-hailing pickups.
Wizz Air to Add Starlink Internet Across Fleet From 2027
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
Wizz Air plans to introduce Starlink connectivity across its next-generation aircraft from 2027, bringing high-speed onboard internet to Europe’s ultra-low-cost segment.
Disney Reveals New Details for Monsters, Inc. Land at Hollywood Studios
By
Victoria Hayes
• 4 mins read
Disney has shared new story details for its upcoming Monsters, Inc. land at Hollywood Studios, where guests will enter Monstropolis for the first time.
Freedom Cruise Line Revives Plan for Nuclear-Powered Floating City
By
Thomas Grant
• 3 mins read
Freedom Cruise Line is reviving plans for a mile-long floating city with homes, hotels, schools, hospitals and space for up to 80,000 people.
Iceland Overtakes Switzerland as World’s Most Expensive Country
By
Andrew Collins
• 3 mins read
Iceland has overtaken Switzerland as the world’s most expensive country, with tourism, housing and high service costs adding pressure to everyday prices.
Canada Tightens Border Rules Over Ebola Outbreak Ahead of World Cup
By
Christopher Lane
• 4 mins read
Canada is introducing temporary border and immigration measures in response to the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, citing public health risks and the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
10 Travel Trends That Will Shape 2026
By
Andrew Collins
• 7 mins read
Travel in 2026 is being shaped by rising costs, climate concerns, major events and a stronger desire for flexible, meaningful trips.
Brand USA Plans Canada Campaign as Cross-Border Travel to the U.S. Struggles
By
Andrew Collins
• 4 mins read
Brand USA is preparing a targeted campaign to reconnect with Canadian travelers after a sharp decline in visits to the United States in 2025.
Airbnb Adds Hotels, Rental Cars and AI Tools as It Pushes Beyond Home Rentals
By
Marcus Bennett
• 4 mins read
Airbnb is expanding beyond home rentals with boutique hotels, rental cars, grocery delivery, luggage storage and new AI tools for guests and hosts.
Google’s Universal Cart Pushes Agentic Commerce Toward Travel Booking
By
Laura Mitchell
• 4 mins read
Google’s new Universal Cart and expanded commerce protocols could reshape how consumers shop, book hotels and authorize AI agents to complete purchases.