Five ways Emirates is helping customers travel with greater confidence

 

Dubai, UAE, 11 August 2026 — From free date changes to industry-first comprehensive travel insurance, Emirates continues to give customers greater flexibility and more choice, as well as the ability to tailor their travel plans for more peace of mind, from booking to the moment they arrive at their destination.

U.S. hotel results for week ending Aug. 1

 

The U.S. hotel industry reported another week of positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar data through Aug. 1.

Brazil ranks fourth globally in international tourism growth between 2019 and 2025, says OECD

 

Brazil is among the countries that have most significantly increased international tourist arrivals in the post-pandemic period. This information appears in the OECD Tourism Trends and Policies 2026 report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

Study: Gen Z trusts online reviews over hotel brand names

 

Online reviews have become a much stronger influence on Gen Z hotel bookings than brand names, according to new research from Rival Technologies. Nearly two-thirds (61%) of Gen Z travelers say online reviews are the biggest influence on where they book, while just 14% cite a hotel’s brand name.

U.S. and Israeli tourism leaders discuss recovery and air connectivity

 ATLANTA – U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee joined senior Israeli tourism officials and industry leaders to discuss measures aimed at expanding travel between the United States and Israel and supporting the recovery of inbound tourism.

Auro Hotels to bring JW Marriott to South Carolina

 Auro Hotels has unveiled plans to bring South Carolina’s first JW Marriott hotel to downtown Greenville as part of the planned Falls Park Conference District, a six-acre, hotel-led mixed-use destination along the Reedy River. The proposed 335-room JW Marriott Greenville will transform the historic Bowater Building into a luxury property inspired by Greenville’s character and story.

Copa Holdings Announces Monthly Traffic Statistics for July 2026

 

Aug 04, 2026  PANAMA CITY, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Copa Holdings, S.A. (NYSE: CPA) today released preliminary passenger traffic statistics for July 2026:

Just dropped: The Europe Sale just made Europe easier!

 

Europe was already a good idea. We just made it better. Book an eligible Europe voyage by August 12 to enjoy up to USD $500 in onboard credit, plus free balcony upgrades and 70% off your second Sailor.

Choice opens new Cambria Hotels

 

Choice Hotels International Inc. has opened two new Cambria Hotels: Cambria Hotel Euless – DFW Airport South in Texas and Cambria Hotel Bend – Mt. Bachelor in Oregon.

Minor Hotels reports steady growth in Q2

 

Minor Hotels has reported steady growth in the second quarter of 2026, with core profit of $84.3 million, marking a 2% year-on-year increase, as continued strength in Europe & Americas helped offset disruption in the Middle East.