Travel news on Friday, October 16, 2026
In Travel on Friday, October 16, 2026: US flights disrupted; holiday airfares climbing fast. Also: Over 1,191 U.S. flights delayed, 79 canceled Friday amid widespread disruptions; Israel bars airline crew from countries without formal diplomatic ties.
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- Israel bars airline crew from countries without formal diplomatic ties.Travel Radar ·
- Travel surge between Canada and U.S. impacts domestic tourism operators.CTV News ·
- United extends Starlink status match offer in airline Wi-Fi competition.Travel Agent Central ·
- ITA Airways launches Rome-Caracas flights March 2027 despite Venezuela travel warnings.Travel Tomorrow ·
- Ethiopian Airlines signs deal with China Southern to expand international connections.Business Insider Africa ·
- Thailand airport baggage searches began today as new security measure.Thai PBS World ·
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