Monthly Archives: June 2025

Closer-to-home cruising is trending hot this year for many North American travelers, particularly for those 50-plus years of age. That’s my perspective after chatting informally with fellow guests sailing aboard Victory Cruise Lines’ Victory II in May. Among the prime “takeaways” are these: Many have certainly loved traveling to Europe, Asia or beyond on past […]

HX Expeditions conducted its first ship turnaround in Nuuk, Greenland. Homeporting the Fridtjof Nansen in that Arctic port for the summer season, the expedition line, according to Seatrade Cruise News, is also now partnering with Air Greenland. Last week, that airline carried more than 500 HX passengers to/from Nuuk as well Copenhagen, Denmark, and Reykjavík, […]

Archer Aviation has raised an additional $850 million following the White House’s recent announcement of an Executive Order by President Trump to implement an eVTOL Integration Pilot Program in the United States. This program is focused on accelerating the deployment of eVTOL ( electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft in the U.S. Archer intends to closely […]

Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos has unveiled a new experience designed for guests seeking to master Mexico’s most celebrated spirit. The three-day “Tequila Connoisseur Certification” program combines guided tastings, food and beverage pairings, and cultural exploration. The “Tequila Connoisseur Certification” unfolds over three sessions at the all-inclusive resort, each focusing on different aspects of tequila […]

Signaling Jalisco’s sustained economic growth and its emergence as Mexico’s investment hub, Governor Pablo Lemus Navarro has announced a $1 billion investment in new hotels aimed at strengthening the state’s tourism sector. Private investors will allocate more than $1 billion between 2025 and 2028, adding 4,578 rooms to the state’s hotel capacity. A total of […]

After the openings of César Lanzarote, Amagatay and Morvedra Nou in Menorca, Annua Signature Hotels has announced its latest chapter: Son Xotano, a Provençal-inspired estate retreat opening August 1 in rural Mallorca, Spain. Located in the inland village of Sencelles, the hotel marks Annua’s first property on the island and continues the brand’s commitment to […]

The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) escorted a group of more than 50 active member tour operators and associate members to Washington, D.C., June 3-4, 2025, to advocate for tourism industry issues impacting the industry, from passport and visa processing to adequate funding of Brand USA and the National Park Service, among other urgent […]

Baha Mar has officially revealed its five-day lineup of events and special guest appearances taking place at the fourth-annual The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival at Baha Mar on October 22-26. This year’s event will be hosted by renowned culinary talents including Marcus Samuelsson of Marcus at Baha Mar Fish + Chop House, Dario Cecchini […]

Celestyal has released the first official images of its enhanced cabin offering onboard Celestyal Discovery, following the ship’s second extensive winter refit in Athens earlier this year. The 1,360-guest ship returned to service in March 2025 to launch the line’s Mediterranean season and will head to the Arabian Gulf in December for its inaugural season […]

La Concha Resort in San Juan has joined Marriott International’s Autograph Collection, marking a new chapter for the beachfront property as La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, an Autograph Collection Hotel. This milestone coincides with the completion of a property-wide renovation, highlighted by the unveiling of the fully revamped Suite Tower, complete with 238 newly redesigned […]