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Celestyal Cancels Additional Itineraries in the Mediterranean

Celestyal Cruises is cancelling additional itineraries of the Celestyal Discovery in the Eastern Mediterranean due to the conflicts in the Middle East. According to a statement issued on Tuesday, the vessel’s March 27 and March 30, 2026, departures will no longer go ahead. The company said that the sailings have been cancelled as it “finalizes...

Luxury Meets Leisure as SHIVAN & NARRESH Transform Delhi Poolside Into a Cinematic Summer Escape

Luxury Meets Leisure as SHIVAN & NARRESH Transform Delhi Poolside Into a Cinematic Summer Escape

In March 2026, SHIVAN & NARRESH and Shangri-La Eros New Delhi introduced a striking new concept: the Palmera Pool Pop-Up. Positioned as India’s first fashion-led poolside takeover, the initiative goes beyond a traditional hospitality activation. It reimagines the pool deck …

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Shanghai Welcomes Two Luxury Cruise Calls in One Week

Shanghai’s North Bund welcomed two luxury calls last week , with the vast majority of passengers benefiting from China’s expanded visa-free entry policy. The week began with the arrival of Regent’s Seven Seas Explorer on March 6. Docking at the Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal on the North Bund. Port and immigration authorities reported that...

Sture Myrmell Named President of Aroya Cruises

Cruise Saudi has appointed Sture Myrmell as President of Aroya Cruises effective April 1, 2026, the company said in a statement. Based in Jeddah, he will oversee the cruise line’s commercial operations and guest experience, reporting to Cruise Saudi CEO Lars Clasen. Clasen said that Myrmell’s expertise in operations, commercial strategy and market development will...

The Quiet Revolution: How Modern Propulsion Reduces Noise, Vibration and Emissions

As cruise operators face growing scrutiny around emissions and Underwater radiated noise (or noise performance), propulsion is increasingly being judged on more than efficiency alone. Advances in thruster design, hybrid power systems and fuel technologies show how quieter, cleaner operations can improve both passenger comfort and minimize underwater noise radiation which helps to protect marine...

Clasen Praises Aroya Team Following Safe Debarkation in the Gulf

Aroya Cruises confirmed that all guests who were onboard the Aroya when operations in the Arabian Gulf were suspended have safely disembarked the Aroya. In a statement shared on its website, the company said that it completed the debarkation operations on March 7, 2026. “I am incredibly proud of the professionalism and care shown by...

UK Joins Qatar, UAE, Jordan, Bahrain, Oman, Thailand, Singapore, and More Countries in British Airways’ Monumental Flight Disruptions, Slashing Dubai and Key Middle Eastern Routes Through May

UK Joins Qatar, UAE, Jordan, Bahrain, Oman, Thailand, Singapore, and More Countries in British Airways’ Monumental Flight Disruptions, Slashing Dubai and Key Middle Eastern Routes Through May

British Airways has announced significant disruptions to its flight operations, affecting a wide array of destinations in the Middle East and beyond. The airline’s decision to slash key routes, including those to Dubai, comes amid a wave of cancellations and reductions across several high-demand destinations. This move, which impacts countries such as Qatar, UAE, Jordan, Bahrain, Oman, Thailand, Singapore, and more, has sparked concern among travelers and industry experts alike.

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Uniworld Shares First Looks of S.S. Audrey and Marlene

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has unveiled the first renderings of its newest Super Ships debuting in 2027, the Audrey and Marlene, in a press release. “One-of-a-kind design has always been central to the Uniworld experience. With the S.S. Audrey and S.S. Marlene, we’re celebrating two women whose style defined an era,” said Ellen Bettridge, president...

Ambassador Launches 2028-29 Season Earlier than Ever

Ambassador Cruise Line launched its 2028-29 season on March 12, 2026. According to a press release, this marks the earliest season launch since the Ambience’s inaugural sailing in 2022. There will be 35 sailings plus four Christmas Party dates aboard the Ambience and 39 itineraries aboard the Ambition. UK, Mediterranean, Nordics, Americas and Caribbean itineraries...

Marella Announces Pixie Lott and Lemar for 30th Birthday Sailings

Marella Cruises has announced more headline acts including British singer-songwriters Pixie Lott and Lemar for its 30th birthday sailings in May, the company announced. “We’re excited to announce even more headline acts with British stars such as Pixie Lott and Lemar for both new and returning cruise customers,” said Chris Hackney, chief executive officer at...

Check Out the Disney Cruise Line Commercial That’s Reducing People to Tears

Forget who won the Oscar for Best Picture or which actors were left out of the annual In Memoriam section. The thing which unexpectedly had people talking all across social media was a Disney Cruise Line commercial.

Why Disney’s Ad Hit Home

Disney Cruise Line ad aired during the oscars. Via YouTube

Nobody plucks at the heartstrings better than Disney. But while we’re used to that where their movies and even in-park experiences are concerned, nobody expected for a simple ad to have that impact on the viewing audience at large. Yet the moment it began, people felt themselves bracing for what was to come.

Why? The instantly-recognizable “Married Life” theme from the soundtrack of the Disney animated feature Up. For those not in the know, that beloved film opened with a sequence in which we saw a couple meet as children, fall in love, experience everything life has to offer — both the good and the bad — before the wife passed away.

To call it heart-wrenching would be a massive understatement. So to hear the music which accompanied that gorgeous sequence play immediately clued viewers in to the fact that something special was about to unfold.

Late Nights With Dad

The ad starts with a beautiful shot of a Disney ship cutting through the waters late at night. A dad whose baby isn’t able to sleep takes the child for a late-night stroll around the slumbering cruise ship. Simple enough, right? Cute, but not overly emotional.

But we then follow this father and son over the course of several years, each time on the ship, each time taking a late night stroll. “Dad,” asks the boy late one night, “can we do the walk?” Even when his offspring hits the sullen teenage years — opting to chill in the room instead of hang with the family by the pool — he still joins pop for a late night sojourn.

Two adults and a child walk on the deck of a Disney Cruise Line ship at night under a partly cloudy sky with a visible moon. The adults hold the child's hands, lifting them as they walk, capturing the magic seen in any Disney Cruise Line Commercial.

But it’s the final shots which really get us in the feels. As a now much older dad is laying in bed late at night, there’s a knock at the door. It’s his fully-grown son, now a dad himself, saying he and his child can’t sleep. The toddler reaches out, uttering one simple word — “Grandpa” — before we see the trio walking hand-in-hand on a moonlit night.

Cue the tears.

Don’t believe us? Check out the ad for yourself above. But don’t say we didn’t warn you.

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Global Tourism: AI Tools Transform Travel Planning Habits

Global Tourism: AI Tools Transform Travel Planning Habits

Global tourism trends show travellers increasingly using AI travel assistants for planning, bookings and local experiences, reflecting evolving digital travel behaviour.

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Mein Schiff Flow Completes First Sea Trials

TUI Cruises’ newest ship, Mein Schiff Flow, completed its first extensive sea trials, technical and nautical sea tests, in the Mediterranean in February. Testing included engine performance, propulsion and maneuverability, as well as the ship’s key technical systems, the company said in a statement, which was accompanied by a video. Additionally, stabilizers, anchoring systems and...

Polar Latitudes to Launch Fly-Cruise Expeditions to Antarctica

Polar Latitudes Expeditions is launching new Fly & Cruise voyages to Antarctica starting in the 2027-28 season. The sailings will be operated by the Ocean Nova starting in January 2028 and will include charter flights between Punta Arenas in Chile and King George Island in Antarctica. According to the company’s Director of Product Development, Steffan...

Japan Unlocks Hidden Cherry Blossom Secrets and Beats the Crowds for Unforgettable Scenic Views Across Its Beautiful Parks, Streets, and Riversides During Sakura Season

Japan Unlocks Hidden Cherry Blossom Secrets and Beats the Crowds for Unforgettable Scenic Views Across Its Beautiful Parks, Streets, and Riversides During Sakura Season

Japan welcomes the enchanting cherry blossom season, the country has unlocked some of its hidden gems for travelers seeking serene and less-crowded experiences. With Sakura season in full bloom, Japan offers a delightful escape from the usual crowded spots by highlighting lesser-known parks, tranquil riversides, and charming streets, each showcasing the breathtaking beauty of blooming cherry trees.

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The European Union Suspends Visa-Free Travel for Georgian Officials: What This Means for Georgia’s EU Integration

The European Union Suspends Visa-Free Travel for Georgian Officials: What This Means for Georgia’s EU Integration

In a landmark decision, the European Union officially suspended visa-free travel for Georgian officials on March 6, 2026. The decision, which was made by the European Commission, follows mounting concerns about Georgia’s political landscape, including democratic backsliding and human rights …

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A Summer of Joy Awaits in Historic Shepherdstown

A Summer of Joy Awaits in Historic Shepherdstown

Discover Shepherdstown 2026 Contemporary American Theater Festival. Experience world-class plays, boost local tourism, and join an unforgettable summer of joy

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Amsterdam Sets the Stage for Maritime Magic

Amsterdam Sets the Stage for Maritime Magic

Celebrate the arrival of the stunning new AmaSofia in Amsterdam. Discover how this elegant AmaWaterways ship is set to transform luxury Danube river travel

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Seabourn Takes Alaska Deeper with New Denali Land Package

Seabourn has presented an optional pre-cruise land journey designed to extend guests’ exploration of Alaska in 2027 and 2028 called “The Denali Experience.” Designed to complement seven-day Inside Passage voyages, the land package pairs sightseeing with inland encounters that reveal Alaska beyond the coastline, the company said in a press release. It is an eight-day,...

Etihad Joins Qatar, Emirates, flydubai, Air Arabia, and Other Airlines in Evacuating Trapped Travellers from the Middle East with the Most Repatriation Flights, as They Operate Over 6,600 Flights from the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia to the US, UK, China, Canada, India, and Other Key Destinations

Fred. Olsen Brings Lifesaving Equipment to Liverpool Waterfront

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has sponsored the addition of a defibrillator at Liverpool’s Pier Head. The 24/7 public-access defibrillator was unveiled on March 12, with an essential CPR training session delivered to community stakeholders onboard the cruise line’s ship, the Bolette. The equipment has been funded in support of the Heart 2 Heart charity, helping...

AmaWaterways Rolls Out Extended European River Sailings

AmaWaterways has introduced a new City Escapes program, offering extended time in Europe’s cities along the Seine, Rhine and Danube rivers in 2026 and expanding further in 2027. According to a press release, these departures are intentionally scheduled during quieter travel periods to allow guests to experience each destination with fewer crowds and more time...
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