A POSITIVE VIEW OF GLOBAL TRAVEL NEWS
USA Travel Crackdowns Intensify: Who’s Safe?
WHAT TO KNOW Heightened scrutiny at U.S. borders has led to widespread concern among both American citizens and foreign nationals regarding the safety and ease of international travel. U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) agents have significantly increased the search Read More …
Gloria Bohan Entrepreneur Of The Year Finalist
Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) announced the finalists for the prestigious Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Mid-Atlantic Award. Now in its 40th year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year program celebrates the bold leaders who disrupt markets through the world’s Read More …
Holland America Honors Guide Dog Legacy
Holland America Line hosted a special ceremony onboard Rotterdam to honor Joska (pronounced “YO-skuh”), the first service dog to become a 5-Star Mariner and receive the prestigious Platinum Medallion from the cruise line. Joska, who passed away in February 2025 at Read More …
Holland America Alaska Cruises Support Alaska Conservation
Holland America Line continues its long-standing commitment to celebrate Alaska’s wildlife and wilderness by expanding its partnership with the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC)—a renowned nonprofit sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, research, and quality animal care. As Read More …
HRH Princess Royal To Join Cunard’s Liverpool Anniversary
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal will lead Cunard’s much-anticipated 185th anniversary celebrations in Liverpool on May 27, as the luxury cruise line marks 185 years of maritime heritage. The festivities will begin on May 26, when Cunard’s newest ship, Read More …
Sharp Drop: Canada, Mexico, Germany, UK Lead California Visit Decline
California’s tourism industry is experiencing a significant downturn in 2025, marked by a notable decrease in visitors from key international markets such as Canada, Mexico, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Newly released data from Visit California reveals an eleven percent Read More …
Carnival Launches Ticketless Excursion Platform
Streamlining the guest experience for cruisers joining excursions ashore, Carnival Cruise Line announced plans today to bring an innovative digital platform to its tour operator partners that eliminates physical tickets and provides enhanced functionality. Carnival is now piloting its new mobile application with select Read More …
USA, Mexico, Turkey, Spain, UK & Others On Alert
Canada has added France to its list of travel caution destinations, aligning with existing U.S. Level 2 alerts for France, Brazil, Mexico, Turkey, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Italy. The advisories cite increased risks of terrorism, civil unrest, and violent Read More …
Qatar Airways: Historic Boeing Order Before Trump’s Middle East Tour
Important to know Qatar Airways is on the verge of finalizing a landmark order for up to 200 Boeing widebody aircraft, primarily the 777X and 787 models. This strategic move aims to modernize the airline’s long-haul fleet, address increasing passenger Read More …