A POSITIVE VIEW OF GLOBAL TRAVEL NEWS
Economic Quake: Travel Spending Dreams Crushed
Important To Know: The U.S. travel industry is facing a potential crisis in 2025 as a “perfect storm” of economic pressures—soaring tariffs, surging inflation, and widespread recession panic—severely impacts consumer spending. With consumer confidence plummeting to historic lows, as evidenced Read More …
Multiple Nations Issue Travel Crime Warnings
Important To Know: Jamaica has joined a coalition of seven other nations—Paraguay, El Salvador, Saudi Arabia, Chile, India, Colombia, and Mexico—in issuing urgent safety warnings for travelers. These advisories stem from escalating security threats across these countries, including rising violent Read More …
Celebrate Trails Day Uplifts Trails’ Nationwide Impact
Rails to Trails Conservancy’s annual nationwide celebration of trails clearly illustrated the far-reaching benefits that connected walking and biking infrastructure deliver to people and places in all types of communities nationwide. As the U.S. Department of Transportation continues its review of nearly Read More …
Cunard’s 185th: “Sea Of Glamour” Stories
On May 27, the world’s most iconic luxury cruise line will showcase untold stories from guests around the world as part of its exciting new Sea of Glamour exhibition celebrating 185 years of Cunard. Curated by celebrated British photographer and Read More …
On Princess: Sail Antarctica, Discover South American Cultures
Princess Cruises has unveiled its new 2026-27 South America and Antarctica season, now open for sale, offering guests epic landscapes and extraordinary adventures—from the birthplace of the tango to the home of playful penguins. New for the 2026-27 season, the 3,560-guest Read More …
Viking Fleet Expands, Revenue Skyrockets
Viking Holdings Ltd. announced a robust financial performance for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, signaling strong momentum and continued growth. Total revenue reached $897.1 million, a nearly 25% increase compared to Q1 2024, driven by expanded cruise capacity Read More …
Grand Cayman Votes: No Dock, Yes Weed & Lotto
Important to Know: In a series of referendums held alongside Wednesday’s general election, Cayman Islands voters delivered decisive outcomes on three key issues. Most notably, the controversial proposal to build new cruise ship berths was firmly rejected, with approximately 64.5% Read More …
AA Opens New Philadelphia Airport Lounges
In time for the busy summer travel season, passengers traveling through Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) now have a 25,000-square-foot oasis awaiting them in the A-West Terminal, as American Airlines opens the doors to its highly anticipated Flagship® and Admirals Club® lounges on Read More …
AmaWaterways Has A Fab Alexandria Package
Important topics to know: In response to increasing demand for travel to Egypt, river cruise line AmaWaterways has introduced a new optional three-night post-cruise land package in Alexandria. Launching in September 2025, this extension is designed to enrich its popular Read More …