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 …

Seabourn Quest Embarks On Maiden Alaska Season

Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, is setting course for an extraordinary 2025 Alaska season as Seabourn Quest makes her maiden arrival to “The Last Frontier.” From May to September 2025, the ultra-luxury ship will sail on 18 seven-day itineraries between Vancouver, 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 …

Cunard Brings Star Power To Miami

History was made today when Cunard celebrated Queen Anne’s arrival in Miami for her maiden call, her second stop in North America since her launch in May 2024. The special day marked a proud moment for Cunard as they build towards Read More …

Pre- or Post-Cruise: US Cities With The Cleanest Airbnbs 

A new study has revealed the US cities with the cleanest Airbnbs, with Colorado Springs, Colorado, taking the top spot.  Travel site Miss Tourist analyzed data from Airbnb to find the average cleanliness rating for the three most populated cities Read More …

Royal Caribbean Signs Order For Sixth Edge Series Ship

Royal Caribbean Group has inked a deal with Chantiers de l’Atlantique to commission a sixth Edge Series ship for Celebrity Cruises. Scheduled for delivery in 2028, this new vessel, aptly named Edge 6 or ‘Xcel 2’, will be a sister Read More …