CARIBBEAN CRUISE
US Tourism Declines As Inflation Deters Global Visitors
Several prominent US states, including New York, Nevada, California, Florida, and Michigan, are experiencing a significant downturn in tourism in 2025. This decline is primarily driven by a sharp drop in international arrivals and the impact of rising inflation on Read More …
Copenhagen, AIDA Cruises Spark New Greener Era
On June 2, 2025, Copenhagen marked a significant step towards maritime sustainability with the inauguration of its new shore power plant at the Oceankaj cruise terminal. The event, graced by H.M. King Frederik X of Denmark, saw AIDA Cruises’ AIDAnova Read More …
Holland America European Cruise Adventures Expand
Holland America Line is significantly boosting its Northern Europe cruise offerings for 2027 by adding a third ship, Zuiderdam, to the region. This expansion caters to the high demand from guests eager to explore Scandinavia, Greenland, the Baltics, and the Read More …
American Debuts Brandon Blackwood Amenity Kits
Designer Brandon Blackwood has dressed Hollywood’s hottest stars, racked up industry awards for his handbag and footwear designs, gone viral across social media platforms — and now he’s soaring to new heights with the launch of amenity kits created exclusively Read More …
Etna Erupts: Sicily Braces, Tourism Cautious
Mount Etna, one of Europe’s most active volcanoes, erupted with significant force early Monday morning, sending plumes of ash and volcanic gases high above eastern Sicily. The eruption, described as one of the most intense of 2025, occurred just as Read More …
European Travel Braces for Summer of Strikes
As the peak 2025 summer travel season nears, European travelers face significant potential disruptions due to widespread industrial action across several key countries, including France, Italy, the UK, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Strikes are anticipated from a broad spectrum of Read More …
Costa Brings Best Of Italy To Sea
Today is “Festa della Repubblica,” Italy’s Republic Day, and Costa Cruises is showcasing all of the authentic Italian touches on board the only Italian-flagged ships. Costa features the Best of Italy on every cruise, delivering an international ambiance and European-centric amenities that Read More …
Bahamas Joins Other Nations With New Cruise Taxes, Rules
The Bahamas is set to implement a new suite of cruise tourism taxes and regulations, joining a growing coalition of countries across the Americas and the Caribbean—including the US, Mexico, Canada, Jamaica, Belize, Barbados, and the U.S. Virgin Islands—that are Read More …
Cunard Unveils 195 New Voyages For 2027-28
Cunard has unveiled an extensive new program of 195 voyages across its iconic fleet, scheduled from April 2027 to January 2028. This ambitious lineup will take guests to 115 destinations in 32 countries and includes visits to 93 UNESCO World Read More …