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Ritz-CarltonΒ Brings inΒ TimΒ KlaudaΒ as SVPΒ Customer Experience

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht CollectionΒ hasΒ namedΒ TimΒ KlaudaΒ asΒ seniorΒ viceΒ president,Β customerΒ experience, effective March 30, 2026.Β Β  Working in a newly created role, he willΒ lead the evolution of the guest experience across the fleet,Β reportingΒ to Ernesto Fara,Β president andΒ CEO.Β  According to a press release,Β KlaudaΒ brings more than two decades of leadershipΒ positions atΒ the intersection of product,Β designΒ and guest experience.Β  Most recently,Β heΒ served asΒ viceΒ president ofΒ globalΒ products at McDonald’s, working at advancingΒ crew experience...

MSC Cancels 2026-27 Season in Middle East; World Europa to Caribbean

MSC Cruises announced today that it is cancelling its planned 2026-27 season in the Middle East onboard the MSC World Europa. According to a press release, the decision is part of a revised deployment for 2026-27 that will strengthen its presence in the Caribbean. Replacing the MSC Seaview, the MSC World Europa will make its...

Carnival Supporting Swimming Lessons in Vanuatu

Carnival Cruise Line has donated more than 1,000 towels to children learning to swim inΒ Vanuatu,Β theΒ company said in a statement.Β  Since this island nation hasΒ the world’s fourth‑highest drowning rate,Β the cruise lineΒ isΒ providingΒ funding for swimming lessonsΒ through the guest-funded Pacific Partnerships program. β€œCarnival guests love visiting Vanuatu, and this towel donation is one way we can give back to...

Ambassador Fully Hedged on Fuel as Geopolitical Crisis Kills Lates Market

Ambassador Cruise Line CEO Christian Verhounig has told trade partners the cruise line’s 2026 and 2027 programs are fully hedged and there are no plans to introduce fuel surcharges despite rising fuel costs. In a letter to trade partners dated March 30, Verhounig said the escalating crisis in the Middle East should end any illusion...

Experience Luxury Wellness at Mandara Spa, Best Traditional Healing Spa in the Maldives

28 March 2026 at 21:26

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Experience Luxury Wellness at Mandara Spa, Best Traditional Healing Spa in the MaldivesMandara Spa at Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives has...

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CelestyalΒ Cancels April Departures Due to Middle East Conflict

CelestyalΒ has cancelled all April 2026Β sailings due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East.Β  The cruise line said in a press release that its ships are currently positioned in the Arabian Gulf – theΒ CelestyalΒ Discovery in Dubai, UAE, and theΒ CelestyalΒ Journey in Doha, Qatar – as they wait to reposition to Athens, Greece.Β  β€œOur priorityΒ remainsΒ the safety and confidence of...

Atlas Ocean VoyagesΒ IntroducesΒ All-Suite Experience Across Fleet

All accommodationsΒ onΒ Atlas Ocean VoyagesΒ vesselsΒ are beingΒ reclassified under a unified suite nomenclatureΒ starting April 2, 2026.Β  TheΒ reclassification ensures consistency across all accommodations, the cruise line said in a statement.Β  β€œAt Atlas, this is not about changing a name, it’s about aligning our language with the experience we deliver every day,” said James A. Rodriguez,Β president and CEO of Atlas...

Queen Mary 2 Continues World Voyage After Singapore Stop

Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 arrived in Singapore after completing a six-day voyage from Hong Kong and Vietnam during her 108-night World Voyage. Over 900 guests sailing her full World Voyage were invited to a Gala Event at the Roselle–Simpor Ballroom during her overnight stop in Singapore on March 27, the cruise line said in a...

South America travel demand rises as Patagonia and Peru lead bookings

Eco camp domes in Patagonia with mountain peaks and Torres del Paine at sunriseSouth America is emerging as a leading choice for international travellers, with new trekking experiences, limited-time offers, and shifting global travel patterns driving interest in destinations such as Patagonia and Peru. World Expeditions says demand […]

Queen Mary 2 arrives in Singapore as part of 108-night World Voyage

30 March 2026 at 17:13
Queen Mary 2 docked in Singapore with Marina Bay Sands skyline in the backgroundCunard’s iconicΒ Queen Mary 2 arrived in Singapore after completing a six-day voyage from Hong Kong and Vietnam during her 108-night World Voyage. Renowned for her iconicΒ transatlantic crossingsΒ between New York and Southampton, Queen Mary 2 has […]

Royal Caribbean Reveals Hero of the Seas, Sailing from Miami

Royal Caribbean International has revealed the first details of its fourth Icon-class ship: the Hero of the Seas. According to a press release, the ship will enter service in August 2027, offering cruises departing from Miami. Royal Caribbean said that the vessel combines β€œbeach retreats, resort escapes and theme park thrills,” raising the bar with...

Blue Whales, Blue Skies: Cruise Lines Invited to Fight Against Ship Strikes

For over a decade, the Blue Whales Blue Skies program (BWBS) has been working to reduce ship strikes on whale populations along the California coast. Now, for the first time, cruise lines can be part of the solution. Founded in 2014 by the California Marine Sanctuary Foundation, BWBS asks ships transiting California’s busy shipping lanes...

Marriott opens first Cape Verde hotel with beach access and ocean views

Modern resort lobby with natural materials, rattan seating, tropical plants, and ocean view through large glass doorsMarriott International has opened the Four Points by Sheraton SΓ£o Vicente Resort, marking the company’s first property in Cape Verde. The resort is located above Laginha Beach in Mindelo, on SΓ£o Vicente island, and offers […]

How Digital Casino Trends Are Reshaping Modern Travel Experiences

Flat digital illustration of secure online casino transactions showing laptop, credit card, blockchain, slot machine, and payment security icons.The global travel industry is evolving rapidly, with new entertainment trends redefining how and why people travel. Platforms like FTNnews.com consistently highlight shifts in tourism behaviorβ€”from luxury resorts to experiential travelβ€”and one emerging factor gaining […]

Singapore defers SAF jet fuel levy to October due to impact of Middle East war

30 March 2026 at 15:15
Airbus A350 aircraft being refueled with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)The sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) levy on flights departing from Singapore will be postponed because of the impact of the Middle East war, said the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) as reported inΒ The Straits […]

R Yacht Presents Officer Team for Inaugural Season

R Yacht Co. has selected the team for the maiden season for the Sefu, which is set to enter service in 2027. Born in Osaka, Katsuya Matsui will serve as Sefu’s first captain, bringing three decades of experience to the company. According to R Yacht Co., Matsui first joined the cruise industry in 1994, starting...

Aurora Launches Arctic Photography Expedition For 2027

Aurora Expeditions has launched a new Arctic photography expedition for 2027 following demand for its sold-out Antarctica photography voyage, the company said in a press release. The Iceland & East Greenland: Through the Lens expedition departs July 31, 2027, aboard the Sylvia Earle for 11 days with fares from $14,956 per person in Australian dollars....

Limbo Fleet: 11 Cruise Ships Are Still Out of Service

Cruise Industry NewsΒ gathered the latest on 11 cruise ships that are currently out of service and facing a limbo status. Β Blue Dream Melody Last Operator: Blue Dream Cruises Year Built: 2002 Capacity: 1,218 guests Tonnage: 42,200 Location: Beihai, China Originally built as the AIDAvita, the Blue Dream Melody has been laid up at the Chinese...

Brilliant Lady Completes Virgin’s First Panama Canal Transit

The Brilliant Lady recently completed its inaugural transit through the Panama Canal, marking the first time a Virgin Voyages vessel has sailed through the waterway. In a social media update, the Panama Canal Authority celebrated the milestone, noting that the transit was one of the highlights of its 2025-26 season. The authority also stated that...

AIDA Opens Bookings for 450+ Summer 2028 Cruises

AIDA Cruises has released its summer 2028 program, with over 450 cruises available on routes in Northern Europe, the Baltic Sea and the Mediterranean from April to October 2028. Northern Europe The AIDAluna will depart from Kiel on two-week voyages to the North Cape, the northernmost point of Europe, and to the Lofoten Islands. A...

San MartΓ­n de los Andes in Argentina offers stunning outdoor adventures wit…

San MartΓ­n de los Andes in Argentina offers stunning outdoor adventures with easy access to national parks and glacial lakes.

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Capella debuts in Kyoto, Japan, in time for the cherry blossom season

30 March 2026 at 13:46
Luxury tatami-style suite at Capella Kyoto with shoji screens, low wooden furniture and panoramic city and mountain viewsCapella Kyoto has officially opened, just as Kyoto’s legendary cherry blossoms reach their fleeting peak. Set in the historic Miyagawa-cho kagai (geisha district),Β Capella Hotels and Resorts’ inaugural property in Japan is located steps from the […]

Riviera Travel Launches 2026 River Season with Nearly 200 Departures

Riviera Travel has kicked off its 2026 river cruise season in which just under 200 departures are planned, the cruise line said in a statement. A new Radiance-class vessel, increased solo departures and enhancements designed to make the experience more accessible to North American travelers are set to mark the season. β€œAfter doubling our passenger...

Valletta Cruise Port Presents Retrospective Publication to Prime Minister

The Valletta Cruise Port has presented a landmark retrospective publication to the Prime Minister of Malta, Robert Abela, according to a press release. The new publication was created to celebrate over two decades of transformation at the Mediterranean port, which was described as one of the region’s most historically layered maritime gateways. According to the...

Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris Sparks New Travel Nightmare: A Massive Disruption Puts Your Travel Plans at Risk!

28 March 2026 at 06:51

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Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris Sparks New Travel Nightmare: A Massive Disruption Puts Your Travel Plans at Risk!Flight disruptions...

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Vietnam Airlines Boosts India-Vietnam Tourism Ties with Key Event and MOU Signings

28 March 2026 at 00:27

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Vietnam Airlines Boosts India-Vietnam Tourism Ties with Key Event and MOU SigningsRead full article: https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/vietnam-airlines-boosts-india-vietnam-tourism-ties-with-key-event-and-mou-signings/On March 27, 2026, in New...

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Latest Travel Health Warning: Surge in Tropical Mosquito Diseases Triggers Urgent Alert for Holidaymakers

27 March 2026 at 22:36

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Latest Travel Health Warning: Surge in Tropical Mosquito Diseases Triggers Urgent Alert for HolidaymakersHolidaymakers warned of rising mosquito ‑borne illnesses...

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PhilaPort Cruise Terminal Delayed; Norwegian to Use Temporary Facility

Construction of the new PhilaPort Cruise Terminal is facing significant delays, according to a report from 6 ABC Action News. According to the report, the new facility will not be ready for the company’s inaugural cruise, which is scheduled for April 16, 2026. The Norwegian Jewel is set to leave from the port then, marking...

Port of Auckland Launches New International Cruise Terminal

The Port of Auckland launched the city’s new international cruise terminal on March 27, according to a statement. Set to open in early 2027, the Te Waharoa terminal is part of a wider $200 million investment by the Port of Auckland. A new big ship wharf at Bledisloe North will be developed as part of...

Kazlauskas: Refreshing the Norwegian Brand

β€œNorwegian Cruise Line is definitely in the premium space, above contemporary,” said Marc Kazlauskas, president, aboard the new Norwegian Luna (pictured above, right) Kazlauskas along with Mark Kansley, chief experience officer, and Kiran Smith, chief marketing officer (pictured above, middle), cited the dining, entertainment and service aboard the fleet, including the Haven experience, speaking to...

Heritage Supports Rediscovery of Marsupial Extinct for 6,000 Years

Heritage Expeditions played a key role in supporting Professor Tim Flannery’s rediscovery of a marsupial previously thought to be extinct for 6,000 years, according to a company press release. Flannery, a mammalogist, conservationist and regular guest lecturer with Heritage Expeditions, rediscovered the Ring-tailed Glider, known as Tous ayamaruensis, after more than a decade of research....

The Newman is London's newest hotel in the Fitzrovia neighborhood, with 81…

The Newman is London's newest hotel in the Fitzrovia neighborhood, with 81 guest rooms and suites, an all-day brasserie, a chic bar, and an underground spa.

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Hurtigruten Names Webb Senior Sales Manager for UK, Emerging Markets

Hurtigruten has appointed Ellie Webb to the newly created role of senior sales manager for UK and emerging markets at Hurtigruten. Webb is set to join the business in late June, reporting to the recently appointed sales director Matthew Stuart, the company said in a press release. Working with travel partners, Webb will focus on...

Villa Vie Odyssey Receives UNESCO Peace Designation

The Villa Vie Odyssey has been provisionally designated as the world’s first Global Flagship for Peace in collaboration with the UNESCO Center for Peace, the company said in a press release. The designation positions the residential cruise ship as a platform for global unity, cultural exchange and peace initiatives. β€œThis represents more than a designation,...

PortMiami May Get Direct Rail Link to Miami International Airport

29 March 2026 at 08:24

City officials are mulling a solution to ease traffic congestion at the world’s busiest cruise port. Miami lawmakers are considering constructing a direct rail link connecting PortMiami to Miami International Airport.

Direct airport-cruise port link under review

Aerial view of a Miami Slice cruise ship sailing near a coastline with a high-rise building, lush green park, and beach. The ship is heading towards the open blue ocean while smaller vessels are visible in the distance.
Carnival Celebration leaving PortMiami( Doug Parker/Cruise Radio)

An initial proposal for a rail link was included in the Miami-Dade Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) 2050 Master Plan, published in 2024. It was one of several options to alleviate congestion in the port area.

A direct train to PortMiami is now under serious review after narrowing down most other options, according to the TPO.

The project could cost up to $800 million and would require extending the Metrorail system by about 10 miles of new track, plus a new bridge over the Miami River. Operational costs would run up to $15 million annually.

The port currently has a freight train bridge, but it could only support the MetroMover system, which moves slowly and carries about 50 passengers at a time. The direct rail link remains at an early stage of discussion.

While lawmakers are interested in exploring this long-term option, interim measures to reduce congestion around PortMiami are also on the table.

The report recommends adding shuttle bus routes from downtown transit stations to the port, developed in collaboration with cruise lines.

PortMiami handled a record 8.5 million cruise passengers in 2024, leading to serious congestion on busy days. Carnival brand ambassador John Heald has posted tips for guests on how to plan around and avoid traffic delays. Most out-of-state cruise guests arrive via rideshare or hotel shuttle.

The port’s terminals handle an average of nearly 25,000 cruisers daily, with a single-day record of over 75,000 passengers set in late 2025.

Norwegian Confirms Return of Beverage Packages to Private Island

Norwegian Cruise Line confirmed that it will continue to honor all of its beverage packages in its private island destination of Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas. In statements sent to booked guests, the company announced that it will not implement a new policy requiring passengers to purchase an additional package to order alcoholic drinks...

Chicago’s New Hotel Tax Aims to Boost Tourism, but Critics Warn It Could Hurt the City’s Competitiveness

27 March 2026 at 04:35

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Chicago’s New Hotel Tax Aims to Boost Tourism, but Critics Warn It Could Hurt the City’s CompetitivenessRead full article: https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/chicagos-new-hotel-tax-aims-to-boost-tourism-but-critics-warn-it-could-hurt-the-citys-competitiveness/Chicago...

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Italy Wings Soar: ITA Airways Joins Lufthansa to Boost Global Tourism

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Italy Wings Soar: ITA Airways Joins Lufthansa to Boost Global TourismITA Airways officially merges with Lufthansa Group. Discover how this...

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MXP Revolutionizes Shore Excursions with AI-Powered Audio Guide for Cruise Passengers

26 March 2026 at 22:09

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MXP Revolutionizes Shore Excursions with AI-Powered Audio Guide for Cruise PassengersMXP revolutionizes shore excursions with an AI-powered audio guide system,...

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Spain Tourism Boom: Easter Bookings Surge Amid Global Shifts

26 March 2026 at 20:29

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Spain Tourism Boom: Easter Bookings Surge Amid Global ShiftsSpain records a historic increase in Easter bookings as geopolitical conflicts redirect...

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Phoenix Reisen to Feature Theme Sailings

Phoenix Reisen has announced a series of summer sailings aboard the Artania celebrating the German TV series starring the ship, VerrΓΌckt nach Meer (crazy about the sea), and special theme cruises. A VerrΓΌckt nach Meer cruise will kick off the summer season with many of the participating stars from the TV series onboard including Captain...

Explore Cruises Faster With Cruisebound’s New Map Search Feature

26 March 2026 at 18:57

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Explore Cruises Faster With Cruisebound’s New Map Search FeatureDiscover the future of cruise planning with Cruisebound’s new Search by Map...

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Viking Vela Opening Port of Dover’s 115-Call Season in April

The Port of Dover’s 2026 cruise season is starting on April 1, with the Viking Vela visiting for the first of 115 cruise calls. Marking the 30th anniversary year of cruising in Dover, this season is expected to see a fifth consecutive year of growth, the port said in a press release. Around 200,000 cruise...

Mein Schiff’s Dance and Reading Cruises Coming to Sea

Mein Schiff is bringing dance and reading-themed cruises onboard Mein Schiff 2, 3 and 6 in 2026, TUI Cruises said in a statement. Dance Cruise Professional dancer Christian Polanc and other professionals and trainers will work with guests on Mein Schiff 6 sailing between Las Palmas and Cape Town in the fall of 2026. Polanc,...

Three Brands Out, Four In for 2026-27 Season in Arabian Gulf

Three cruise lines have now cancelled their planned seasons in the Arabian Gulf during the 2026-27 winter. With conflicts in the Middle East entering their fourth week, Explora Journeys became the latest cruise line to change plans for the region. Costa Along with AIDA, Costa Cruises was the first company to cancel its plans for...

Disney Dream Completes 15 Years of Service

The Disney Dream completed its 15th year of service for Disney Cruise Line earlier this year. As reported by Cruise Industry News, a handover ceremony from Meyer Werft was held on Dec. 10, 2010, marking the end of a two-year construction process. After crossing the Atlantic with no guests onboard, the 128,000-ton vessel was christened...

HX Launches 130th Anniversary Sale with Discounts Up to 35 Percent

HX is offering up to 35 percent off select expeditions or a free suite upgrade on Antarctic voyages through its 130th anniversary sale. The promotion runs from March 24 through April 30, 2026, and applies to departures from April 20, 2026, through March 31, 2028, the company said in a statement. Antarctica voyages offer up...

Carnival’s Fuel Efficiency Push Saving $650 Million This Year

Carnival Corporation’s focus on reducing fuel consumption is generating returns, with CEO Josh Weinstein disclosing on the company’s first quarter 2026 earnings call that efficiency gains are saving the company approximately $650 million this year alone when compared with 2019. β€œWhatever the price is, if we use less, we do better,” he said, adding the...

Norwegian Luna Christened in Miami

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) christened its newest ship, the Norwegian Luna, in Miami on Friday, marking the latest addition to the company’s Prima Plus Class fleet. The ceremony took place at NCL’s LEED Gold Certified terminal at PortMiami before more than 2,000 guests. Street artist ELLE, named the ship’s godmother, created the vessel’s hull artwork,...

Casablanca Cruise Port Marks First Triple Ship Call

Casablanca Cruise Port, operated by Global Ports Holding (GPH), has handled its first-ever triple ship call. The call brought together the Seven Seas Voyager, Azamara Journey and La Belle des OcΓ©ans, the port said in a press release. The milestone was commemorated with plaque exchange ceremonies onboard, with Ouadii Bouchana, general manager of Casablanca Cruise...

Norwegian Luna Makes Maiden Visit to PortMiami

Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Norwegian Luna, made its inaugural visit to PortMiami on March 23, 2026. Delivered by the Fincantieri shipyard earlier this month, the Prima-class vessel arrived in Florida to conclude its first trans-Atlantic crossing. The 13-night cruise started in Italy and also included visits to destinations in Spain and the United...

Carnival: Small Shifts in European Bookings Due to Conflict

Carnival Corporation is seeing some small shifts around its European booking activity in the weeks since Middle East situation escalated, but CEO Josh Weinstein played down any impact, speaking on the company’s first quarter earnings call. On cruise cancellations, Weinstein was unequivocal: β€œWe’re really not seeing anything significant to talk about with respect to cancellation...

Carnival: More Fleet Revitalization, Newbuild Pace Moderate

Carnival Corporation CEO Josh Weinstein used the company’s first quarter 2026 earnings call to point out the case for fleet revitalization over newbuild growth: pointing to the AIDA Evolution program as proof of concept and said that a second Carnival Corporation brand will announce its own modernization initiative next month. Addressing analyst questions about fleet...

Jefferson’s Bourbon Sets Sail with Holland America for Ocean-Aged Series

Holland America Line is partnering with Jefferson’s Bourbon to age whiskey at sea across its fleet, the cruise line said in a press release. Announced on International Whiskey Day, March 27, this marks the distillery’s first partnership with a cruise line for its Ocean Aged at Sea Bourbon series, following 35 bottled voyages on cargo...

Transcend Cruises Signs Contract for Two Additional Ships

Transcend Cruises has signed an agreement with Den Breejen Shipyard for two additional new river ships, bringing its growing fleet to four vessels by 2028. The company said the agreement marks a significant expansion milestone as the company’s inaugural ship, Connect, nears completion and prepares to enter service this July as the first river cruise...

Carnival Corp: 2026 Q1 Results Announced

Carnival Corporation has announced financial results for the first quarter 2026 and provided an updated outlook. Diluted EPS of $0.19 and adjusted EPS of $0.20, up 50 percent compared to the prior year. Record revenues of $6.2 billion, gross margin yields up nearly 10 percent and record net yields (in constant currency), outperforming guidance on...

NCLH: Board Refresh, Agreement with Elliott Management

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings today announced the appointment of what it called five highly qualified members to its Board of Directors and a cooperation agreement reached with Elliott Investment Management. Effective March 31, 2026, the following individuals will join the Board as independent directors: Alex Cruz, former Chairman and CEO of British Airways; Kevin A....

New NCLH CEO: $1.7 Million Salary, Potentially $48+ Million in Stock

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings announced that it has entered into an employment agreement and restricted share unit award agreement with John W. Chidsey, its new president and CEO. β€œHis compensation structure is designed to immediately align his incentives with long-term shareholder value creation, with the majority of his long-term compensation delivered in performance-based equity,” the...

TUI Announces Two Newbuild River Ships

TUI River Cruises has announced the signing for two new 188-guest river ships at the TUI Aria’s Christening in Frankfurt. The company said the move signals its continued commitment to growing its river brand. The two vessels will grow TUI River Cruises’ fleet from six ships in 2026 to a program that expands the fleet...

MHA Debuts New Format with Cruise Line Supply Chain Sessions

The Marine Hotel Association (MHA) will be debuting a new breakout format for its Tuesday morning panel session next week during its annual trade show and conference being held at the Naples Grande Beach Resort. For the first time, the MHA is introducing a concurrent breakout session format, replacing the traditional single-track conference program with...

P&O Cruises Adds Onboard Credit to Select Sailings

P&O Cruises is offering up to Β£800 onboard spending money on selected cruises departing Southampton between June 1, 2026, and November 29, 2027. The extra onboard spend is available for new P&O Cruises Select Price bookings made between March 24, 2026, and June 1, 2026, the company said in a statement. It applies to selected...

Celebrity Wraps Up South America Season with Sold-Out Charter

The Celebrity Equinox sailed from Santos earlier this week for a new edition of the β€œDave Koz & Friends at Sea” theme cruise. Sailing in South America for the first time, the eight-night voyage departed from the Brazilian port on March 22, 2026. As part of the music cruise, the Celebrity vessel is set to...

Hilton opens Hilton Garden Inn Kota Kinabalu Tuaran in Sabah

Tropical beachfront hotel in Sabah with landscaped gardens, pond, and palm trees under a bright blue skyHilton [NYSE: HLT] today announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Kota Kinabalu Tuaran, marking the brand’s debut in Tuaran and strengthening Hilton’s presence in East Malaysia. The hotel joins Hilton’s growing presence in East […]

Silversea Completes Antarctica Season With 38 Voyages

Silversea has concluded its 2025-26 Antarctica season, welcoming guests on 38 voyages on its three expedition ships between October 5, 2025, and March 5, 2026. In a press release, the company said the Silver Endeavour, Silver Cloud and Silver Wind offered 20 voyages crossing the Drake Passage and 18 Antarctica Fly-Cruise sailings this season. β€œAntarctica...

Frecciarossa High-Speed Trains to Connect Rome and Milan With Munich by Late 2026: Everything You Need to Know

25 March 2026 at 13:53

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Frecciarossa High-Speed Trains to Connect Rome and Milan With Munich by Late 2026: Everything You Need to KnowItaly's Trenitalia, Germany's...

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Cancellation of in-bound flights to Thailand causes arrivals to nosedive, hotels slash rates amidst Gulf conflict

27 March 2026 at 00:34
Traveler walking through a quiet international departures hall at a Thailand airport with a masked guardian statue and signage overheadSince the Iran war erupted, more thanΒ  1,000Β Thailand-bound flights mostly to Bangkok and Phuket, have been cancelled, according to Aeronautical Radio of Thailand. Flight cancellations and airspace closures due to the war in Iran – […]

Adora Cruises Names First Chinese Captain, Shaping The Future Of Luxury Cruise Travel

25 March 2026 at 03:52

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Adora Cruises Names First Chinese Captain, Shaping The Future Of Luxury Cruise TravelAdora Cruises makes history by appointing Captain Wei...

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