China’s maritime industry is celebrating a magnificent achievement as the nation’s first domestically built cruise ship, the Adora Magic City, reached a historic milestone. On February 8, 2026, the vessel welcomed its one-millionth guest, signaling a robust and enthusiastic embrace Read More …
The Ha Long International Cruise Port in Vietnam’s Quang Ninh province is projecting a significant year for international cruise arrivals, with expectations to welcome approximately 32,000 visitors by the end of 2025. This achievement reinforces Ha Long’s status as a Read More …
The U.S. tourism industry is currently experiencing a severe nationwide collapse, resulting in billions of dollars in losses due to the prolonged government shutdown and subsequent federal staffing shortages. This crisis is profoundly affecting both the aviation and hospitality sectors. Read More …
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 …
A delightful trend in family travel, dubbed “Grandcations” or skip-generation travel, is rapidly taking hold across the Asia Pacific region. This growing phenomenon sees grandparents and grandchildren traveling together without the parents, according to Hilton’s 2026 Trends Report. An impressive Read More …
Global air travel continues its impressive upward trajectory, with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) reporting a strong five percent increase in passenger demand for May 2025 compared to the previous year. This steady growth, matched by a five percent Read More …
For North American travelers embarking on cruises that include stops in China, recent extreme weather events highlight the importance of travel preparedness. Blizzards in northern regions like Shandong and record-breaking heat in southern hubs like Shanghai are causing significant disruptions Read More …
Viking is celebrating its historic return to China as the Viking Yi Dun completed her first voyage from Shanghai to Hong Kong (Shenzhen). Viking’s new itineraries include a domestic sailing of China’s coast that highlights rarely-visited destinations and ports to which only Viking Read More …