Seven Colombian airports shut after earthquake
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FedEx 777 With Vintage Livery Makes Appearance as Memphis Airport Renamed
The airport has been renamed for FedEx founder Frederick W. Smith.
Türkiye's SunExpress consolidates services under one brand
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Air Botswana loses 11 pilots amid fleet woes
Eleven pilots resigned from Air Botswana between January and June 2026, contributing to a cockpit-crew shortage that has compounded fleet constraints and caused irregular operations and…
Schengen: ETIAS is not operating. Applications are not open. There is no confirmed start date
ETIAS remains on hold, with no applications being accepted and no confirmed launch date announced. What is happening to Europe’s long-delayed travel authorization system? We examine…
How Expensive Is Sightseeing? The Cities Where Museum and Attraction Prices May Shock Tourists
Museum tickets and attraction fees can turn an affordable city break into an expensive surprise. From Germany’s cheapest and costliest sightseeing cities to New York, Paris,…
Dominican Republic Launches Dedicated Luxury Training to Support Agents’ Knowledge of Beaches
The Dominican Republic’s tourist board is launching a dedicated series of luxury-market webinars for UK travel agents. The webinars featuring the leading premium market stakeholders are…
Dominican Republic Launches Dedicated Luxury Training to Support Agents’ Knowledge of Beaches
The Dominican Republic’s tourist board is launching a dedicated series of luxury-market webinars for UK travel agents. The webinars featuring the leading premium market stakeholders are…
HOTEL LÜRZERHOF REOPENS FOLLOWING €10 MILLION TRANSFORMATION
Hotel Lürzerhof has reopened following an extensive €10 million transformation, unveiling a spectacular adults-only rooftop wellness sanctuary where a 20-metre infinity pool appears to float above…
HOTEL LÜRZERHOF REOPENS FOLLOWING €10 MILLION TRANSFORMATION
Hotel Lürzerhof has reopened following an extensive €10 million transformation, unveiling a spectacular adults-only rooftop wellness sanctuary where a 20-metre infinity pool appears to float above…
The China Ready® Workshop will return to WTM Africa 2027
The China Ready® Workshop will return to WTM Africa 2027, offering African tourism stakeholders the opportunity to gain the practical knowledge and market intelligence needed to…
The China Ready® Workshop will return to WTM Africa 2027
The China Ready® Workshop will return to WTM Africa 2027, offering African tourism stakeholders the opportunity to gain the practical knowledge and market intelligence needed to…
The Latest from Vegas – August 2026
This month, discover the most exciting new openings and events happening in Las Vegas, ‘The Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World’. Whether it’s dining celebrating…
The Latest from Vegas – August 2026
This month, discover the most exciting new openings and events happening in Las Vegas, ‘The Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World’. Whether it’s dining celebrating…
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New survey reveals Britain’s top EV staycation locations
As more drivers take to the roads in electric vehicles (EV), Fastned, the EV charging network powered by 100% renewable energy, commissioned research among 2,000 UK…
New survey reveals Britain’s top EV staycation locations
As more drivers take to the roads in electric vehicles (EV), Fastned, the EV charging network powered by 100% renewable energy, commissioned research among 2,000 UK…
Samoa’s Teuila Festival Returns in 2026 Celebrating the Heart of Samoan Arts and Culture
Samoa’s flagship cultural celebration will return from 30 August to 05 September 2026, inviting European travellers to experience the colour, creativity and traditions of one of…
Samoa’s Teuila Festival Returns in 2026 Celebrating the Heart of Samoan Arts and Culture
Samoa’s flagship cultural celebration will return from 30 August to 05 September 2026, inviting European travellers to experience the colour, creativity and traditions of one of…
Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Unveils the Leadership Team Guiding Seven Seas Prestige™ into Service
Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading ultra-luxury cruise line, announces the senior officer team that will lead Seven Seas Prestige™, the inaugural vessel in Regent’s…
World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance Sets Agenda for Hospitality’s Net-Positive Future
The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (WSHA) has unveiled the agenda for its Global Summit in Paris (8-9 Dec 2026), bringing together senior leaders from hospitality, finance,…
UP Government Launches Pilot Project to Purchase Cow Urine from Farmers at ?10 per Litre
Uttar Pradesh government has launched a pilot project in Bulandshahr to facilitate the collection and purchase of cow urine at ?10 per litre from farmers and…
Gov’t mulls fleet, network updates for Kuwait Airways
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Best Countries With Retirement Visa Programs in 2026
Retiring abroad has become an attractive option for people seeking a lower cost of living, warmer weather, better lifestyle options, or a different pace of life.…
TSA Carry-On Rules 2026: Know What Items Can Get Your Bag Flagged
Packing for a flight may seem simple, but some everyday items can cause delays at airport security if you place them in the wrong bag. The…
Saudia, DAE ink purchase-leaseback for four B777-200F
Saudia (SV, Jeddah International) has signed a purchase-leaseback agreement with DAE Capital for four new B777-200F freighters following the initial order announced in July. Deliveries are…
Commonwealth Fencing Championships 2026: India Shines in Lagos With 9 More Medals
India continued its strong performance at the Commonwealth Fencing Championships 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria, adding nine more medals after winning 17 medals on the opening day.…
Lithuania's GetJet Group adds new Vilnius MRO site
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How to Use the DeFlock Map to Find Flock Camera Locations
A Flock camera is an automated license plate reader (ALPR) made by Flock Safety. Police departments, neighborhoods, and businesses use these street cameras to log vehicle…
Mallathon at Dubai Airport: Free Community Walk for Travelers
Travelers passing through Dubai International Airport (DXB) can add some movement to their journey with the Dubai Mallathon 2026. Dubai Airports is hosting a community walk…
AirBaltic to Shrink A220 Fleet
The carrier previously planned to expand its fleet to around 100 jets.
Green Goddess Is Coming Home: San Francisco Celebrates a 103-Year-Old Culinary Icon at the Palace Hotel
San Francisco has officially proclaimed Green Goddess Day, celebrating a culinary icon born at the legendary Palace Hotel in 1923. Now the Goddess is coming home…
Caribbean Tourism Gets New Research Forum at SOTIC 2026 in Guyana
New CTO initiative aims to turn Caribbean tourism research into practical policy, destination strategy and industry innovation BRIDGETOWN, Barbados — The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is…
American Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Suspected Bird Strike
Flames were seen shooting from the aircraft’s left engine.
Best Island Destinations for Incentive Travel – European Style
What are the best island destinations for incentive travel from Europe? The eTN pick takes corporate reward travel to The Bahamas, Antigua & Barbuda, Jamaica, Seychelles,…
Dine Bouraima’s ATC Appointment Puts Benin-Nigeria Tourism Partnership in Focus
Dine Bouraima’s appointment as African Travel Commission Co-Chair brings new attention to the emerging Benin-Nigeria tourism corridor. As Benin invests heavily in tourism and Nigeria offers…
Delta Expands Access to AI Assistant
Delta Concierge is now available to all SkyMiles members.
North Korea Tourism Wants the World Back, but Tourists Stay Away
North Korea wants international tourists back, but even Russian travelers appear reluctant to visit. With billion-dollar-style resorts, severe travel restrictions, safety concerns and ethical questions over…
Royal Caribbean, Rocket CEOs Join Southwest’s Board of Directors
Both executives bring expertise in technology, innovation, and commercial strategy, the carrier said.
Volaris Adds New U.S. Destinations, Routes
Flights will start in December.
WTTC Welcomes Piñero as Global Member in Tourism Leadership Push
MADRID, Spain — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has welcomed Spanish tourism and real estate group Piñero as a Global Member, adding a company…
Check-In: KORE's Diana Hnatov on Training the Industry's Newest Advisors
Diana Hnatov serves as the Director of Sales and Services for KORE, a travel education program specifically designed to bridge the gap for new advisors entering the…
Checking-In on the Growth of Culinary Travel with Eating Europe
Kenny Dunn is the founder and managing director of Eating Europe, one of the continent's first and now largest tour operators specializing in culinary tours in…
Checking-In with G Adventures' Steve Lima on G's Record Year
TMR's Daniel McCarthy sits down with G Adventures' Steve Lima on the back of its record July, and record 2025, to hear what those results tell…
Checking in with Rental Escapes' WIllie Fernandez as the Villas Segment Explodes
Willie Fernandez is a seasoned marketing executive with over 34 years of experience in the travel industry, spanning the cruise, hotel, vacation, and villa segments. As…
Checking-In with John Chernesky, Two Years Into His NCL Tenure
John Chernesky, the SVP of North American Sales at NCL, has spent more than three decades in travel, but only just celebrated his two-year anniversary with…
Checking-In with Courtnie Nichols: Why This Travel Advisor Ditched One-Off Bookings for a Retainer Model
After relocating eight times in 17 years, Courtnie Nichols learned how to adapt and connect — skills that now drive her success as a travel advisor.…
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Mazda se convierte en socio automovilístico oficial de los equipos y eventos todoterreno de Trek en Norteamérica
Esta colaboración une a dos marcas que comparten el compromiso con el rendimiento, el diseño y el deseo de ayudar a las personas a descubrir la…
Penn State Hotel and Restaurant Society to honor hospitality management alumni
Penn State's School of Hospitality Management will recognize 14 alumni at its 2026 Awards Reception on Sept. 30, including a new Chairperson's Award ahead of the…
CruVu™ Brings Property-Level Private Guest Feedback to Portfolio-Level Intelligence
Lodging Interactive's CruVu now aggregates private property-level guest feedback into a single dashboard for hotel management companies, giving corporate and regional leaders portfolio-wide visibility into department…
Sports Boulevard Announces Real Estate Investment Fund Worth More Than US$186 Million For Luxury Hotel in Riyadh city
The fund will finance a five-star hotel in Urban Wadi, one of the unique mixed-use destinations being developed along Riyadh's 135-kilometre Sports Boulevard RIYADH, Saudi Arabia,…
GA Telesis' HALO AirFinance Prices Landmark $390 Million Inaugural Aviation Loan ABS, More Than 4x Oversubscribed
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. and TOKYO, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HALO AirFinance ("HALO"), a joint venture between GA Telesis, LLC ("GA Telesis") and Tokyo Century Corporation…
The Rose Complex in Tyler, Texas is a Premier Destination for Meetings and Events
TYLER, Texas, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For event planners seeking a location that brings convenience, flexibility, and a memorable setting, The Rose Complex in Tyler…
Who Owns the Recommendation?
As AI systems like ChatGPT and Gemini replace traditional search for travel planning, hotels must understand why they are or aren't recommended across multiple platforms, not…
Participating Preferred Now Attaches to 29.8% of Defense Tech Series B Rounds
A new Yanne Capital research paper finds defense tech Series B rounds carry participating preferred at 29.8%, against 11.6% for the broader US market. NEW YORK,…
Colloquia Selects Camilla Fasolino and Hayes Conradi Koppelman for Futures 2027
The annual program pairs two distinct practices exploring presence, mediated intimacy, and the material traces of human connection. WOODSTOCK, VA, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/…
Bally’s slows $1.7B casino build after Chicago expands gambling rules
Construction on the project’s hotel, events center and restaurants has been affected by the delay, per the Chicago Tribune.
Royal Thai Embassy Joins International Polo Tour® for Cross‑Cultural Sunset Polo™ 250th Anniversary Celebration
LEESBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The International Polo Tour®, ahead of next month’s IPT Sunset Polo™ White Lotus 250th Anniversary Polo Cup…
Hospitality dealmakers pursued ‘bigger, higher-conviction’ M&A in H1 2026
According to a new report from KPMG, U.S. travel, leisure and hospitality deal value surged to $39.6 billion in H1 while deal volume fell, signaling buyers’…
Take Off the Blindfold. You're Only Months Behind.
Independent luxury hotels risk repeating the OTA dependency trap as Expedia, Booking.com, and major chains have already secured positions inside AI travel recommendation platforms like ChatGPT.
HD Barcode LLC Unveils HD VisionGuide A Hands Free, Online-Offline Navigation and Instruction System for Accessibility
Powered by patented HD InfoCode technology that embeds complete instructions and guidance directly inside each secure, offline code INDIALANTIC, FL, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/…
NARUTO&BORUTO SHINOBI-ZATO: Zabuza & Kakashi Birthday Special Event 'Trial from Copy Ninja Kakashi: Surpass Zabuza!'
THE FIERCE BATTLE OF THE LAND OF WAVES RETURNS — Starting August 15, 2026 AWAJI, JAPAN, August 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- NARUTO&BORUTO SHINOBI-ZATO NARUTO& BORUTO Shinobi-Zato…
Lancaster Palace Tamuda Bay Officially Opens on Morocco's Mediterranean Coast
Lancaster Palace Tamuda Bay proudly announces the official opening of its new five-star beachfront resort, welcoming its first guests to an exceptional destination where refined luxury,…
QMS2GO Selected for Source Louisiana Accelerator Program Powered by Blue Wave
Selection connects QMS2GO with Louisiana’s supplier ecosystem and strengthens its mission to help manufacturers become buyer-ready and audit-ready. RUSTON, LA, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/…
Forza Launches ForzaSEAL® T-OS150, A Hybrid Polymer Sealant Engineered For Bus, Trailer, & Other Vehicle Manufacturing
U.S.-made Modified Silane sealant gives transportation manufacturers a higher-performance alternative to traditional polyurethane and silicone formulations. COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ --…
Recirculation Blower from Busch Vacuum Solutions Supports the First Hydrogen Plane in Switzerland
MAULBURG, GERMANY, August 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- According to numbers from the German Aerospace Center, more than 36 million flights took off in 2024, making air…
Now Open: Three Little Bears Retreat Introduces a New Kind of National Park Lodge Experience
Three Little Bears Retreat , a privately owned 65+ acre wilderness retreat with elevated cabins and lodges that boarders the Great Smoky Mountains Park, is now…
IHG posts H1 RevPAR gains due to ‘favorable macro backdrop’
The hotel giant also touted record levels of development activity, opening nearly 200 hotels in the first half of 2026.
Choice Hotels opens 2 Cambria properties, furthering upscale strategy
The Texas and Oregon hotels expand Cambria’s brand footprint to key travel markets as Choice looks to cater to “rising demand for distinctive, experience-driven accommodations.”
Cambria Hotels Debuts in Bend, Oregon, Steps from Mount Bachelor and the Old Mill District
Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), has announced the opening of Cambria Hotel Bend – Mt. Bachelor in Oregon, further…
Cambria Hotels Opens in Euless, Texas, Bringing Upscale Hospitality to the DFW Airport Corridor
Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), has announced the opening of Cambria Hotel Euless – DFW Airport South in Texas,…