Global Cruising Navigates New Waters With Flexibility

The cruise industry is showcasing remarkable adaptability and flexibility as it navigates new waters in Asia. Recent changes involving new “special port fees” in China, which are a response to similar U.S. levies on Chinese vessels, are prompting cruise lines Read More …

Caribbean Nations Launch New Tourism Campaigns

Several Caribbean nations, including Barbados, Jamaica, Dominica, Trinidad and Tobago, and Saint Lucia, have initiated new, innovative tourism campaigns aimed at transforming the region into a highly sought-after global destination. This coordinated effort focuses on evolving the Caribbean’s tourism appeal Read More …

Savor The Tropics: Holland America’s New Menus

Holland America Line is enhancing its Caribbean cruise experience for the 2025 to 2026 season, which runs from October to April, by integrating new regional dishes and island-inspired cocktails. This culinary expansion will be featured across all six ships exploring Read More …

Two New Edge Ships Join Celebrity Cruises Fleet

On October 23, 2025, Celebrity Cruises achieved two significant milestones for its Edge Series at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard. The company formally took delivery of its newest vessel, Celebrity Xcel, and simultaneously announced the name of the sixth ship Read More …

Air Travel Disrupted by Severe Storms Across US

On October 23, 2025, the United States experienced substantial disruptions in air travel due to severe weather conditions affecting multiple regions. Elevated storm activity, characterized by thunderstorms, low visibility, and unstable atmospheric pressure systems, led to the cancellation of 56 Read More …

Dream Achieved: Viking Celebrates 100 Ships

Historic Milestone Continues Viking’s History of Connecting Curious Travelers in Every Corner of the Globe LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Viking® (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) today announced the naming of its nine newest river ships—including the company’s 100th ship—during a simultaneous ceremony in Basel, Switzerland. Read More …

Royal Princess Wins (EARNS) Top Culinary Award

It wasn’t a sweepstakes, they EARNED this. The prestigious World Culinary Awards has recognized Princess Cruises’ elegant Royal Princess as the “World’s Best Culinary Cruise Ship” for 2025, a significant honor that celebrates global excellence in gastronomy. This recognition is Read More …

Nevada Reigns: America’s New Holiday Hotspot

Nevada has emerged as a premier holiday travel destination in the US, surpassing traditional favorites like Hawaii, Chicago, New Orleans, New York City, and Los Angeles in 2025. This shift signifies a change in American travel preferences, with more travelers Read More …

Yuk: US States See Nine Months Of Tourism Decline

Several US states, including Florida, Texas, Kentucky, Michigan, Illinois, and New Mexico, are experiencing a sustained nine-month decline in tourism throughout 2025. This downturn is attributed to a combination of factors, including rising travel costs, broader economic uncertainty, and increased Read More …