Travel & Hospitality · Week of Oct 26, 2026
Boardroom moves and guest upgrades: the week in travel
Leadership and governance moves at Vail Resorts and Summit sat alongside a ship refit, a spa opening, an AR travel app and event announcements.
The week's releases split between corporate governance and guest-facing product news. Vail Resorts filed a definitive proxy and mailed a letter to shareholders backing its board in a contest with Oasis Management's director nominees. Summit Hotel Properties named Mike Nieves as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer as part of changes to its executive leadership team.
On the product side, Princess Cruises said Royal Princess has left drydock with a new Sanctuary Collection and refreshed public spaces. Canyon Ranch opened its 40,000-square-foot spa at Canyon Ranch Austin. TANGLE Inc. set a November 1, 2026 launch for Naviu, an AI and augmented-reality travel app for Japan. MGM Resorts International announced a Las Vegas tennis event headlined by Rafael Nadal.
TANGLE Inc.
A new way to explore Japan with AI: Naviu AR Travel Companion for Japan Launches November 1 2026
TANGLE Inc. says its Naviu AR travel companion app for Japan launches on iOS and Android on November 1, 2026, with an AI guide in 29 languages, AR navigation, photo recognition and trip planning, and with AR experiences live at landmarks including Senso-ji and Tokyo Skytree. The company says patent-pending geospatial technology places AR content across entire cities without a visual positioning system, and that brands, cities and creators can place 3D and AR content through its spatial content network.
Vail Resorts, Inc.
Vail Resorts Files Definitive Proxy Expressing Confidence in its Board, Leadership, and Strategy to Deliver Long-Term Shareholder Value
Vail Resorts filed a definitive proxy and mailed a letter to shareholders expressing confidence in its board, leadership and strategy. The company says its board determined that Oasis Management's director nominees lack the qualifications needed to advance its strategy, which sets up a contested board vote for shareholders.
MGM Resorts International
Tennis Legend Rafael Nadal Returns to The Court to Headline "The MGM Slam Presented by Capital One" Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas
MGM Resorts International says Rafael Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam champion, will headline "The MGM Slam Presented by Capital One" on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 30 at 10 a.m. PT, according to the company.
Princess Cruises
Royal Princess Emerges from Drydock with New Sanctuary Collection
Princess Cruises says the 3,595-guest Royal Princess has emerged from drydock with a new Sanctuary Collection. The company lists other enhancements including O'Malley's Irish Pub, expanded Piazza venues, and refreshed casino and retail spaces.
Summit Hotel Properties, Inc.
SUMMIT HOTEL PROPERTIES ANNOUNCES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP APPOINTMENTS
Summit Hotel Properties, Inc. (NYSE: INN) announced additions to its executive leadership team on Oct. 29, 2026, including the appointment of Mike Nieves as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. The company also announced the promotion of an executive named Adam, whose full name and new role were not included in the text provided.
TravelingWiki Foundation
TravelingWiki BodWiki & LocateMoreFriends Expands to Top 10 US MSAs as CEO Jonathan Sutter Lauded for 40 Year Legacy of Service Incl During Times of Personal Strain
The TravelingWiki Foundation says it has launched BodWiki.com and LocateMoreFriends.com in the top 10 US metropolitan statistical areas, listing YMCAs, JCCs, Best Buddies chapters and Big Brothers Big Sisters chapters. The release also highlights recognition of CEO Jonathan Sutter on October 29, 2026 for 40 years of service.
Queen of Haunts
Queen of Haunts Names 13 "Terrorific" Haunted Attractions Where Fear Gets Under Your Skin
Queen of Haunts, based in Kansas City, Mo., has published a list of 13 haunted attractions, grouped by the phobias they play on. The list, released Oct. 30, 2026, covers fears such as snakes, spiders, clowns and tight spaces.
Canyon Ranch
Inside Canyon Ranch Austin: A First Look at the Future of Wellness
Canyon Ranch says the spa at its new Canyon Ranch Austin resort in Texas Hill Country is now open, and describes it as the largest spa in Texas. The company says the 40,000-square-foot facility combines traditional services and treatments with beauty, recovery and other offerings.
This roundup is written with AI assistance from the press releases listed above, using only what they state. The releases are the companies' own announcements, not Cabo Fish Reports reporting.