Copa Holdings Reports First-Quarter Financial Results

PANAMA CITY, May 13, 2026  Copa Holdings1, S.A. (NYSE: CPA), today announced financial results for the first quarter of 2026 (1Q26), reflecting continued industry-leading profitability, disciplined execution, and the resilience of its business model amid a higher jet fuel price environment. Key highlights include:

Qatar Airways resumes passenger flights to Abu Dhabi

 

DOHA, QATAR – Qatar Airways resumed double-daily passenger flight operations to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, as part of the airline’s continued regional network restoration.

Chad and Mauritania Buck the Trend for Tourism in the Sahel & Southern Sahara

 

A new group trip to Chad will launch next year, taking guests to explore some of the most striking landscapes anywhere in the Sahara.

CAPA reports slower outlook for global aviation growth in 2026

 

CAPA – Centre for Aviation reported that global aviation passenger traffic reached 9.8 billion travellers in 2025, exceeding pre-pandemic levels despite increasing operational and geopolitical pressures across the sector.

Where will your 2027 pipeline come from?

Kickstart your 2027 pipeline at Convention this August, where 1,100+ business travel buyers will gather.  Pavilions at GBTA Convention 2026 put you directly in the path of buyers actively sourcing business travel partners in your category.

Korean Air to launch integrated airline in December 2026

Seoul, May 13, 2026 — Korean Air will emerge as an integrated flag carrier on December 17, 2026, marking the completion of a consolidation process spanning over five years. Korean Air and Asiana Airlines boards approved the merger agreement on May 13, with the formal contract execution scheduled for May 14.

Planning a Trip to Nagoya? SONO Moon Nagoya is Now Open For Reservation

 

SONO Moon Nagoya is now open for reservation.

Experience a sensible stay in the heart of Nagoya, where smart comfort, practical convenience, and local discovery come together for modern city travel.

Located just minutes from Nagoya Station in the vibrant Meieki district, SONO Moon Nagoya offers seamless access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and regional travel connections across Japan.

U.S. hotel results for week ending May 9

The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons for the week ending May 9, according to data from CoStar.

May 3-9 (percentage change from comparable week in 2025):

Robert Fritz named Four Seasons chairman; founder moves to emeritus role

 Four Seasons has named Robert Fritz as its new executive chairman. Isadore Sharp, founder/chairman, will assume the role of chairman emeritus.

Vienna Calling! Your 2026 Eurovision Cruise Guide

Vienna Calling! Your 2026 Eurovision Cruise Guide The sparkles are out, the wind machines are on standby, and the sound of power ballads is echoing across the Danube. Eurovision 2026 is officially here! This Saturday, the world’s eyes turn to the majestic Austrian capital as it hosts the 70th Eurovision Song Contest.