As Holland America Line prepares to celebrate 80 years of exploring Alaska, the cruise line is unveiling its 2027 Cruisetour season with fresh enhancements. Travelers can pair an iconic Alaska cruise with a journey into Denali National Park and Canada‘s Yukon, featuring an expanded Denali Lodge and a new inclusive dining package—free for guests booking with […]
Monthly Archives: December 2025
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A new OysterLink analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data shows that Black or African American professionals remain significantly underrepresented in management, business, and financial operations roles within the U.S. leisure and hospitality sector. The analysis shows Black professionals hold just 9.5 percent of hospitality leadership roles in 2024, down from 11.3 percent in […]
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Active travel specialist Backroads has announced its “Top Adventure Travel Trends for 2026,” based on early guest bookings and insights from its worldwide team of Trip Leaders and Travel Experts representing more than 60 countries across 550 itineraries worldwide. Decades of proprietary guest data and on-the-ground research reveal that travelers, now more than ever, are […]
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Nearly a month ago, a rollback of a proposed air-travel protection occurred and may have gone unnoticed by travelers amid the post-government shutdown chaos and the rush of holiday travel. On November 17, 2025, the Trump administration officially withdrew the proposed Joe Biden-era rule that would have required airlines to issue automatic cash compensation for […]
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In a move that is bound to generate strong support from travel partners, Norwegian Cruise Line has named Marc Kazlauskas as its new president effective Jan. 19, 2026. He joins the company with more than 30 years of senior leadership experience across sales, operations, and innovation in the global travel industry. While several cruise line […]
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Air travel is more fraught than usual, and the impact extends beyond the airport. Cruisers who book flights independently are on their own when it comes to flight disruptions. The cruise line will not help them rebook flights if their original tickets are canceled or if they miss embarkation and wish to meet the ship […]
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Princess Cruises begins the 2026 Wave Season with the introduction of its annual “Come Aboard Sale,” offering savings for travelers planning their next vacation at sea. Running from December 9, 2025, through February 16, 2026, the sale features savings up to 40 percent off cruise fares, up to $500 in instant savings, 50 percent off […]
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Holland America Line’s Zuiderdam is back in service with a fresh look and new features following a two-week dry dock in the Bahamas. Guests embarked the Vista-class ship in Miami on Dec. 6, 2025, for a 17-day “Eastern & Southern Caribbean” cruise, showcasing upgrades like a redesigned Crow’s Nest, added ocean view staterooms and updates throughout public […]
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Grand, centuries-old cathedrals distinguish Great Britain’s cities and towns, providing spiritual nourishment to those who visit. These places of worship seem ancient almost beyond imagination. But long before Gothic cathedrals … long before recorded history even, Britain’s stone circles were this land’s sacred spots. Stonehenge is the most famous of these — and has a […]
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Spirit Airlines is marking two decades of service to the Dominican Republic‘s top tourist destination on December 10. Punta Cana (PUJ) travelers can now take advantage of Spirit’s limited-time anniversary fares starting at $107* one way, including taxes and fees. The anniversary fare must be booked Dec. 10 through Dec. 21, 2025, for travel Jan. […]