Monthly Archives: September 2026

Report: Royal Caribbean Eyes Sandals Resorts in Land-Grab Worth $6B

Royal Caribbean Group is reportedly closing in on a deal to take control of Sandals Resorts International in a transaction that would value the Caribbean all-inclusive chain at more than $6 billion and give the world’s biggest cruise company its first real foothold on dry land. The Financial Times first reported the talks Tuesday, citing […]

Porter Named Skytrax’s Best Regional Airline in North America for Third Consecutive Year

Porter Airlines was named Best Regional Airline in North America at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards, marking the airline’s third consecutive year receiving this honor. The category recognizes airlines that primarily or exclusively operate within North America, and are based on the results of the world’s largest airline passenger satisfaction survey. This year’s awards […]

Delta Expands at LAX in Attempt to Dominate Los Angeles Air Travel

Next summer, Delta will operate the largest and most premium experience in its history at LAX. Together with its partners, Delta will offer more than 200 daily departures at the summer peak. That scale, combined with Delta’s premium offering, transformed airport experience and deep roots in the Los Angeles community, further strengthens its position as […]

Fora: 78% of Families Would Pay More for Accessible Travel

Multigenerational trips increasingly come with an accessibility need in tow — and families are prepared to spend extra to get those needs right, according to new research from Fora. The host agency’s inaugural accessible travel report, out today, found that 55% of families planning a multigenerational trip in the next three years say someone in […]

Ensemble’s Fareconnect.com Expands Into the U.S.

Fareconnect.com, a Canadian host agency and member of Ensemble, on September 17, 2026 announced its expansion into the United States through the launch of FareconnectUSA.com, a separately operated company that will begin serving advisors in California before expanding into Florida in 2027. Founded in Medicine Hat Alberta, Fareconnect.com supports a network of more than 550 […]

United Airlines Rolls Out In-Flight Broadcast of NFL, College Football Games

United Airlines customers won’t miss a play this football season, thanks to a new agreement between the airline and DISH. Starting this week, travelers can catch live professional and college football games right on their Starlink-enabled seatback screen. Starlink is the fastest, most reliable Wi-Fi in the sky and United is installing Starlink at a […]

Squaremouth Expands Trawick Partnership | Travel Agent Central

Travel insurance comparison platform Squaremouth has announced the expansion of its partnership with Trawick International Travel Insurance, providing travelers with access to additional travel insurance coverage options on Squaremouth.com. “At Squaremouth, we’re focused on bringing together the best travel insurance options available, so travelers can find coverage that matches the type of trip they’re taking,” […]