In 2026, the global cruise landscape is evolving towards a more sustainable and high-quality travel experience as several major destinations implement thoughtful regulations to preserve their local charm. These changes are designed to balance the economic benefits of tourism with Read More …
Travel is changing, and the data is in: 2026 is shaping up to be the year of quiet escapes, ultra-personalized retreats, and a decisive return to slower, more intentional journeys. Drawing on data compiled by the world’s leading hotel groups, Read More …
Royal Caribbean’s Galveston Cruise Terminal (GCT) has reached a significant sustainability achievement, becoming the first cruise terminal globally to earn both Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) Net Zero Energy and LEED Net Zero Carbon certifications for its operational Read More …
The annual ABTA travel convention, held this week in Mallorca, focused prominently on the escalating debate surrounding overtourism. The host destination itself, particularly areas such as Magaluf and Calviá, served as a prime example of the tensions at hand, with Read More …
Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort is proudly celebrating World Tourism Day 2025, beautifully highlighting Morocco’s crucial role in sustainable transformation. Embracing this year’s theme, “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation,” the resort is showcasing how travel can truly be a force for Read More …
An Antithesis to Mass Tourism While the Slow Food movement revolutionized the way we think about food more than thirty years ago, the principle of conscious slowness is now spreading to another industry: tourism. “Slow travel” offers an alternative to quickly Read More …
A wonderful and exciting new trend is redefining the world of luxury travel, as a growing number of affluent travelers are joyfully trading five-star suites for authentic, heartfelt experiences. This beautiful shift, sometimes called “anti-luxury,” isn’t about giving up comfort Read More …
This summer offers a wonderful invitation to embrace the art of the “slowcation,” a travel philosophy centered on creating deep, meaningful connections with a destination. Instead of rushing through a checklist of sights, this approach encourages a more leisurely and Read More …
In the scenic wilderness near Denali National Park, Holland America Princess Land Operations showcases a profound commitment to environmental stewardship through its advanced water treatment facilities. Spearheaded by Weston Shreeve, a veteran water treatment specialist, the operation serves as a Read More …