When limits on liquids were introduced at airport checkpoints across North America in 2006, bins overflowed with bottled water, toothpaste, shaving cream and so much more. Nearly two decades later, travellers are much more accustomed to the regulations governing the size of the liquids they’re flying with, but scenes of passengers guzzling a beverage before putting their bags through the screening machines are still common.

Citing its ongoing commitment to deepening engagement with one of its fastest-growing international markets, the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation has announced the appointment of Siren Communications as its agency of record in Canada, effective immediately.

G Adventures is relaunching sailing adventures along Sri Lanka’s southern coastline after a five-year pandemic pause. The catamaran trips are designed to combine adventure and relaxation in a destination dubbed the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean,’ and known for its natural beauty, cultural richness, and marine wonders. With first departures in December, the seven-day ‘Sri Lanka Sailing – South Coast’ trip can also be combined with land-based trips to create an extended two-week Sri Lanka experience.

News nuggets, airlines, hotels/resorts, cruising, tours, events, FAMS/incentives, deals, destinations and more are covered in our weekly round-up of travel industry news you may have missed.

Expedia has released its first-ever Island Hot List, a definitive guide to island travel based on verified data and traveller insights. The inaugural report for 2025 reveals global interest for islands is up on average 30 percent.

The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) reports that former travel agency owner Mohamed Hachemi Bensaci of Holy Destinations Travel Inc., has been sentenced to 18 months in jail for defrauding consumers of religious travel packages.

Whether you’re jetting off on a city break or embarking on a long-haul adventure, what you eat before flying can have a major impact on how comfortable you feel in the air. Senior travel expert Jessie Chambers from Global Work and Travel shares top tips on foods and drinks to avoid before boarding – and some may surprise even seasoned travellers.

With the first of its three regional Canadian Travel Industry Summits now less than two months away, ACTA has announced its keynote speakers for its events in Toronto (Sept. 11), Montreal (Sept. 18) and Vancouver (Oct. 1). From technology to accessibility and adventure travel, speakers will offer insights designed to help attendees enhance, or simply fine tune, their skills to help drive sales success.

Arachnophobes beware: Customs officials on Monday released photos from a seizure of roughly 1,500 young tarantulas found inside plastic containers that had been hidden in chocolate spongecake boxes shipped to an airport in western Germany.

WestJet Vacations has launched a new resource portal dedicated to supporting travel advisors. The new centralized hub “for all things WestJet” offers an improved experience that’s more user friendly and “makes it easier for our partners to search and access the tools and information they need to serve our mutual guests as best as possible,” says the company.

Goway is expanding its Northern Europe offerings with the launch of a dedicated Greenland product line that features four immersive, small-group, and independent trips that highlight the country’s dramatic landscapes, rich Inuit culture, and unique Arctic experiences.

This week: Air Canada Vacations’ advisory board convened at Sandals Montego Bay; TTAND introduces TripBuilder; MSC Cruises’ booking platform is launched in French; Rocky Mountaineer is helping agents get social; and special recognition for Mary Jean Tully.

A wildfire that tore through a historic Grand Canyon lodge and raged out of control Monday had been allowed to burn for days before erupting over the weekend, raising scrutiny over the National Park Service’s decision not to aggressively attack the fire right away.

American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) has released its annual forecast of global car rental prices, with rate increases expected to stay broadly in line with inflation across most regions – including Canada – according to the Ground Monitor 2025-26 report.

Brightline and Discover the World have announced a global strategic partnership aimed at expanding travel trade opportunities for Brightline’s high-speed rail service in Florida, while also showcasing Brightline’s service for visitors to the Sunshine State.