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Meliá to Shutter 15 Hotels in Cuba
Meliá to Shutter 15 Hotels in Cuba
Joining Iberostar and Royalton hotels, which are limiting operations on the island, the Spanish hospitality chain will close 15 of its 34 hotels,...
Key Inflation Gauge Rises to Highest Level in Three Years
Key Inflation Gauge Rises to Highest Level in Three Years
New numbers from the Department of Commerce underscore how Americans' income and spending power continue to erode.
May 28, 2026
Administration Repeats Threat to Sanctuary-City Airports
Administration Repeats Threat to Sanctuary-City Airports
DHS secretary Mullin said they were thinking of reducing customs officials at certain airports, a move that industry officials worry would have devastating consequences on travel.
May 26, 2026
Orlando Tops Cvent 2026 Meeting Destinations List
Orlando Tops Cvent 2026 Meeting Destinations List
The event technology provider's annual list, based on insights from sourcing activity on its platform, also ranks top hotels and event venues.
May 20, 2026
Deal Reached to End NYC's Long Island Rail Road Strike
Deal Reached to End NYC's Long Island Rail Road Strike
Service is set to resume on the busiest commuter rail system in the U.S., but officials will not disclose the new contract terms until they are voted on and approved by union members.
May 19, 2026
Allegiant Air and Sun Country Airlines Complete Merger
Allegiant Air and Sun Country Airlines Complete Merger
The $1.5 billion deal creates a larger budget airline just as rival Spirit Airlines shuts down and jet-fuel prices soar.
May 14, 2026
Will the Hantavirus Ship Resume Cruises This Month?
Will the Hantavirus Ship Resume Cruises This Month?
As the MV Hondius heads to port for a disinfection procedure and to assess risks, the operator of the vessel said it would have more info about the sailing schedule by the end of this week.
May 13, 2026
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