Rising Travel Costs Led To Big Travel Insurance Payouts

As travel costs surged in 2024, more travelers sought protection through travel insurance, leading to an 18% increase in paid claims over the previous year. This rise in claims coincided with a dramatic 37% spike in payout amounts, which grew from an Read More …

Survey: 19 Million Americans Will Cruise In 2025

For the first time ever, AAA is releasing a cruise forecast for the year ahead. This report is similar to the travel forecasts AAA releases for major holidays. It examines the number of U.S. residents that will take an ocean Read More …

Five New Holland America Line Legendary Voyages Promise Grandeur in 2026-2027

Today, Holland America Line unveiled new Legendary Voyages that create destination-rich vacations sailing roundtrip from the United States. The five new cruises, which range from 27 to 45 days, will provide guests the opportunity to explore one or several regions in depth—including the Read More …

Celestyal Extends Inaugural Arabian Gulf Season

Due to overwhelming demand for its inaugural Arabian Gulf season, Celestyal, the boutique cruise line offering unmissable and immersive experiences on shore and at sea, has announced an additional “Desert Days” sailing. This new voyage – departing from Dubai on Read More …

Up Norway Celebrates UNESCO Recognition

Up Norway, Scandinavia’s premier curator of sustainable luxury travel, invites travelers to experience Norway’s newly UNESCO-recognized ‘seterkultur’ (summer farm culture), a living heritage that honors the sustainable mountain farming practices, deep-rooted traditions, and artisanal craftsmanship that have shaped Norwegian identity Read More …

Cunard, Luxury Fans Celebrate 185 Years Of Travel

Are future generations at risk of losing precious childhood memories? According to new research by luxury British cruise line Cunard, the digital age is creating a generational gap in our collective history. In response to this, Cunard is calling upon the Read More …

Luxury US Stays Without the Price Tag

A new study reveals that Florida is the state with the third-lowest-cost luxury rental properties for a weekly getaway. The study, conducted by luxury villa rentals SopranoVillas, gathered data from Airbnb.com specifically targeting Airbnb Luxe properties – a category that Read More …

Port Canaveral Signs Deal With MSC

The Canaveral Port Authority today announced an agreement with MSC Cruises that will expand its operations at the world’s second busiest cruise port, including the deployment of the fourth 215,000-ton World Class ship in the 2027-28 cruise season, the latest Read More …

Holland America Refreshes Rudi’s Sel de Mer

Holland America Line is updating Rudi’s Sel de Mer with a relaxed Mediterranean bistro feel aboard Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam and Koningsdam. The intimate venue will feature casual but classic Mediterranean dishes that reflect the cuisine of regional countries including Italy, France, Read More …