Monthly Archives: April 2026

Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center has announced the completion of its $70 million transformation, coinciding with the hotel’s 20-year milestone in downtown Denver. The renovation introduces a full reimagination of its 1,100 guestrooms and suites alongside new and enhanced gathering spaces. It follows the 2018 and 2019 revitalization of the hotel’s dining venues—including […]

AlUla Development Company (UDC), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, has announced the commencement of construction on NUMAJ, Autograph Collection, marking a key milestone in the delivery of its development pipeline and AlUla’s continued transformation. The milestone was marked during a site visit attended by John Pagano, managing director of UDC and Abeer AlAkel, chief executive officer of […]

Japan Airlines (JAL) and Japan Transocean Air (JTA) have revised the application period and the amount of fuel surcharge on international passenger tickets purchased in Japan between May 1 and June 30, 2026, due to fuel prices rising to an abnormally high level. JAL and JTA set fuel surcharge levels based on the two-month average […]

The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) kicked off Legislative Day 2026 on April 20, bringing more than 200 travel industry professionals to Washington, D.C. for the industry’s premier advocacy event, including nearly 200 scheduled meetings with members of Congress and their staff. Taking place April 20-21, Legislative Day brings travel advisors from across the […]

MSC Cruises has confirmed that MSC Euribia has successfully and safely transited the Strait of Hormuz after departing Dubai, putting the ship back on track for its Northern Europe season sooner than the line initially expected. Passenger and commercial shipping operations in the Middle East screeched to a standstill earlier this year amid fallout from […]

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced its return to Philadelphia, becoming the first cruise line to sail from the city in 15 years. As Philadelphia celebrates the country’s 250th anniversary happening this summer, NCL has brought another significant milestone to this storied city with the return of the cruise industry. “Norwegian Cruise Line’s return to […]

Hotel Solaya has officially opened its doors, joining the JdV by Hyatt brand portfolio. Following an extensive transformation, the reimagined property introduces a desert oasis where modern Mexican influence, playful design, and the energy of Scottsdale come together. The property features 194 redesigned guestrooms and suites, art-filled common spaces, curated dining concepts, on-site spa & […]

JetBlue has launched new summer seasonal service between Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN). The route expands JetBlue’s transatlantic flying and further positions Boston as an important European gateway and focus city, while showcasing the cultural and gastronomic richness of Barcelona, a region with its own distinct identity. Known […]

Princess Cruises has signed three shipbuilding agreements with Italy’s Fincantieri to build three next-generation cruise ships designed to enhance the guest experience. The new builds are slated to be delivered in late 2035, 2038 and 2039, respectively.  The new vessels will blend the most desired and highest-rated experiences and venues Princess Cruises is known for, […]

The United States is hemorrhaging international visitors despite remaining the world’s largest travel and tourism market, according to new economic impact research from the World Travel & Tourism Council. U.S. visitor numbers declined 5.5 percent in 2025 against 2024, while international visitor spending fell 4.6 percent to $176 billion. The decline is particularly stark given […]