Following a large-scale U.S. military strike in Venezuela on January 3, 2026, which resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, Canadian tourists are expressing growing anxiety about travel to nearby Caribbean destinations. The “ABC islands”—Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao—are particularly Read More …
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has officially opened bookings for its newest and largest vessel, the Norwegian Aura, which is scheduled to begin service in May 2027. Measuring approximately 1,130 feet in length and weighing 169,000 gross tons, the ship represents Read More …
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) is actively working to elevate Sogod Bay, located in Southern Leyte, as a premier global destination for scuba diving. This strategic push was highlighted by the region’s participation in the Salon de la Plongée Read More …
Antigua Cruise Port reached a significant operational milestone on December 23, 2025, when it successfully hosted over 12,000 guests across five separate vessels in St. John’s. The lineup of visiting ships included the Marella Discovery 2, Valiant Lady, Celebrity Eclipse, Read More …
Hawaiian Airlines has announced the Kahuʻewai Hawaiʻi Investment Plan, a comprehensive five-year strategy aimed at revitalizing its operations and infrastructure with a financial commitment exceeding $600 million. This initiative focuses on modernizing the guest experience from the point of booking Read More …
Norwegian Cruise Line has officially opened several major enhancements at Great Stirrup Cay, its private island destination in the Bahamas, aiming to elevate the guest experience for over one million visitors expected in 2026. The centerpiece of this renovation is Read More …
A recent viral photograph has ignited a significant debate regarding the environmental impact and sheer scale of modern mega-ships. The image, posted on Reddit’s r/megalophobia subreddit, captured Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas docked next to a smaller Carnival vessel Read More …
The 2026 cruise market has seen a surge in the “Affordable Luxury” segment, allowing travellers to enjoy high-end experiences without the traditional premium cost. This shift is largely driven by “Wave Season,” a promotional period running through January that offers Read More …
Norwegian Cruise Line is demonstrating its commitment to passenger comfort and safety by proactively adjusting itineraries for its ships in the southern Caribbean. By making thoughtful changes to scheduled stops in Curacao, the cruise line ensures that guests can enjoy Read More …