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A PhotoAiD survey of 884 Americans regarding their experiences at sea revealed strong overall satisfaction with cruising, despite common annoyances. The majority of respondents (81%) rated their most recent cruise as either excellent or good, and over 84% expressed intentions Read More …
Holland America Line made an impressive and successful debut at the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with their magnificent Alaska-themed float, which quickly became a highlight of the holiday event. This remarkable spectacle, titled “Alaska’s Great Land,” successfully transported the Read More …
Aurora Expeditions, a Certified B Corporation, released its 2025 Impact Report, detailing measurable progress in environmental stewardship and community engagement, reinforcing its 35-year legacy of responsible exploration. The company launched the Ocean Regeneration program, a circular impact model that replaces Read More …
The United States is experiencing an extraordinary surge in tourism during the 2025 Thanksgiving holiday, marking the busiest travel season of the decade. This excitement is fueled by a record-breaking projected 81.8 million Americans traveling 50 miles or more, according Read More …
Carnival Cruise Line’s “Carnival Is Calling” is the brand’s new overarching platform, officially launched on November 1, 2025, to anchor all subsequent marketing and advertising efforts. The platform’s core purpose is to serve as an invitation for travelers to take Read More …
Experts warn that the operational impacts of the 43-day government shutdown, which recently ended, will continue to disrupt the air travel system throughout the peak holiday season. Key federal agencies such as the FAA, TSA, and passport services will require Read More …
Las Vegas casinos are preparing for the Thanksgiving holiday by offering a range of specialty buffets that blend festive tradition with the city’s characteristic extravagance. An analysis conducted by Gambling.com examined the prices of Thanksgiving buffets across ten casinos to Read More …
Abu Dhabi Airports has been granted a mandate to develop a strategic network of vertiports, specialized infrastructure hubs for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, positioning the UAE at the forefront of advanced air mobility (AAM). This initiative, which Read More …
The 2025 U.S. Family Travel Survey, conducted by the NYU SPS Tisch Center of Hospitality and the Family Travel Association, indicates robust intent to travel among families. An impressive 92% of parents plan to travel with their children in the Read More …