Our take on current news stories that concern cruises travelers as well as suggested sources of cruise information
American Cruise Lines (ACL) has announced a significant fleet expansion with plans to introduce 10 new US-built ships by 2028. This growth strategy begins this week with the launch of the American Pioneer, which is the second Patriot Class ship Read More …
Norwegian Epic, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, performed a successful and large-scale humanitarian rescue operation in the Ionian Sea on October 22. The ship was diverted from its scheduled 11-day Mediterranean itinerary to the Greek Isles and French Riviera after Read More …
Cunard’s flagship, Queen Mary 2, is currently hosting the highly anticipated return of Transatlantic Fashion Week, the luxury cruise line’s first such event since 2019. The world’s only ocean liner departed New York for Southampton, UK, on October 31, and Read More …
The United States hotel industry, a crucial part of the nation’s vibrant tourism sector, is eagerly seeking a swift resolution to the ongoing government shutdown. While the current situation presents significant financial challenges, there is a clear pathway to recovery Read More …
The European airline industry is currently experiencing a period of significant operational adjustments, with several major carriers like Vueling, Lufthansa, easyJet, Air France, SAS, and KLM working diligently to manage flight schedules. While there have been 56 cancellations and 2,092 Read More …
Affluent women are happily driving a remarkable surge in the luxury solo travel market, representing a delightful shift in who is booking premium and independent adventures. Industry data, particularly from Virtuoso’s 2025 luxury travel trends, confirms that women now form Read More …
Port Canaveral is proudly welcoming the magnificent Celebrity Apex as the newest addition to its homeported fleet, beautifully building on the success of Celebrity Cruises’ inaugural season. This highly popular Edge Class vessel is commencing a thrilling winter schedule of Read More …
Delta Air Lines is enthusiastically expanding its global network with the inauguration of a new nonstop service from its Atlanta (ATL) hub to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (RUH), starting in October 2026. This exciting new route strengthens the growing flow of Read More …
Oceania Cruises has unveiled its ambitious 2027 Around the World voyage aboard the luxurious Oceania Vista, offering travelers an unprecedented opportunity for global exploration. This extraordinary journey, which can span from 127 days to over eight months, is thoughtfully segmented Read More …