Hotel Breakfast Trends Change For American Travelers

The traditional American hotel amenity of free hot breakfast is currently facing significant economic pressure as operators struggle with rising costs and narrowing profit margins. Industry data indicates that breakfast service can consume 5 percent or more of a hotel’s Read More …

Princess Shatters Massive Margarita Record

On February 17 aboard the Regal Princess docked in Cozumel, Mexico, Princess Cruises established a new Guinness World Records title for the most margaritas sold within an eight-hour timeframe. During this designated period, guests purchased 3,410 of the cruise line’s Read More …

Margaritaville Beachcomber Unveils Exciting New Social Spaces

Margaritaville at Sea is elevating the vacation experience with an impressive array of new social spaces aboard their upcoming flagship, the Beachcomber. Set to debut in early 2027 from PortMiami, this transformed vessel—formerly the Costa Fortuna—will feature a vibrant collection Read More …

Hoteliers Embrace Realism For Smart Growth Ahead

U.S. hoteliers are bracing for a road filled with cost increases as they finalize budgets for 2026, adopting a strategy based on “realism and not on hope.” The industry is adapting to a significantly more expensive operating environment where cost Read More …

Royal Princess Wins (EARNS) Top Culinary Award

It wasn’t a sweepstakes, they EARNED this. The prestigious World Culinary Awards has recognized Princess Cruises’ elegant Royal Princess as the “World’s Best Culinary Cruise Ship” for 2025, a significant honor that celebrates global excellence in gastronomy. This recognition is Read More …

Carnival Cruise Line Embraces AI Kitchen Innovation

Carnival Cruise Line has proudly partnered with Orbisk to launch AI-powered kitchen intelligence at sea, marking a fantastic leap forward in culinary operations. This cutting-edge collaboration utilizes data tools to empower chefs, helping them optimize service and enhance operational precision, Read More …

Culinary Excellence Meets Fine Wine Afloat

Oceania Cruises is absolutely delighted to introduce a brand-new, exclusive GĂ©rard Bertrand Food and Wine Pairing lunch, promising an unparalleled gourmet adventure at sea. This exciting addition further elevates Oceania Cruises’ already renowned culinary and wine offerings, making every voyage Read More …

Singapore Airlines Elevates In-Flight Dining Experience

Wonderful news for travelers seeking a truly delightful culinary journey at 35,000 feet: Singapore Airlines, renowned as the Best First Class Airline and Best Long-Haul Airline of 2025, has made an exciting partnership with Longbottom & Co. They’ve chosen Longbottom Read More …