Low-Cost Carrier Launches Nonstop Florida Texas Route

Frontier Airlines is enhancing competition on the busy route between Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) by launching a new affordable, nonstop service. The new route positions Frontier alongside major carriers like American, Spirit, and United Read More …

Record Travelers Prepare For Thanksgiving Traffic Gridlock

The Thanksgiving holiday period is expected to be a record-breaking time for road travel, with AAA projecting that over 71 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more by car. This figure surpasses both 2024 and pre-pandemic numbers, confirming that Read More …

Unique Cruises Boost Carnival’s Pricing, Guest Loyalty

Carnival Corporation, through its Holland America Line brand, is actively expanding its offerings with highly curated specialty cruises, notably the newly announced 2027–2028 South America and Antarctica season. These immersive itineraries, which include destinations like Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Read More …

US Hotel Taxes Rising: Prepare To Pay More

I’m just full of bad news today. A rising trend across major U.S. destinations involves cities increasing their hotel taxes, variously termed bed, occupancy, or tourist taxes, which significantly drives up the total cost of an overnight stay. Industry analysis Read More …

Turndown Service Transforms Luxury Hotel Experience

Turndown service in the luxury hospitality sector has evolved significantly from a simple gesture into a curated experience focused on guest well-being and storytelling. Modern, thoughtful hotels are transforming this nightly moment to reflect their unique brand identity, local culture, Read More …

Viking Debuts First Hydrogen-Powered Ships

Viking Ocean Cruises is pioneering a significant advancement in maritime sustainability by launching the world’s first hydrogen-powered cruise ships, built by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri. The first vessel, Viking Libra, is scheduled to debut in 2026, followed by Viking Astrea in Read More …

Luxury Travel Forecast for 2026

The luxury tour operator Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) predicts 2026 will be a pivotal year for travel, marked by a significant demand for transformative and intentional experiences. According to A&K CEO Cristina Levis, clients are seeking journeys that challenge perspectives, Read More …

Viking Orion Boosts Cambodia’s Luxury Tourism

The arrival of the luxury expedition vessel Viking Orion in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, on October 31, 2025, represents a significant positive development for the country’s cruise tourism sector. The Norwegian-flagged ship carried 814 passengers from 15 nationalities, with the majority hailing Read More …

Holiday Travel: Americans Balance Budgets, Distance

Upgraded Points conducted a survey of over 2,300 US adults regarding their travel intentions between Thanksgiving and New Year’s 2025, revealing how various factors are shaping holiday plans. The study found that celebrating at home remains the preference for the Read More …