Monthly Archives: July 2026

Allegiant Travel Company has announced it is introducing several new features that will enhance the customer experience, including complimentary inflight beverage service and a new tier of premium seating. Beginning August 1, 2026, Allegiant customers will receive complimentary beverage service aboard all Allegiant flights, and starting in spring 2027, Allegiant First will offer an upgraded seating […]

Villa Vie Residences has announced Legacy, the company’s second residential cruise ship, expected to enter service in early 2029. The official unveiling will take place during Villa Vie Odyssey’s Two-Year Sailaversary Celebration, commemorating two years of continuous world cruising. The announcement comes as Villa Vie Odyssey surpasses 85 percent of its available residences sold, creating […]

In the middle of a successful inaugural season in Alaska, MSC Cruises has opened sales for its Summer 2028 Alaska itineraries, with MSC Poesia set to offer cruises from Seattle for a third consecutive year of sailings to one of the world’s most sought-after cruise destinations. Beginning April 24, 2028, MSC Poesia will sail weekly seven-night Alaska cruises through September […]

The 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered a significant boost to short-term rental (STR) owners in U.S. host markets, according to new customer data from Baselane, a banking and bookkeeping platform for real estate investors. Among the same Baselane STR hosts active in both June 2025 and June 2026, rental income across 11 U.S. host markets […]

Emirates has officially launched Crypto.com Pay™, allowing its customers to use the digital payment solution on the airline’s website and app platforms. Customers with a Crypto.com account booking on emirates.com and the Emirates App can now select Crypto.com Pay™ at checkout, with transactions processed securely and in compliance with UAE regulatory standards. Crypto.com Pay™ is […]

Accessibility remains a core component of Amtrak’s mission to provide safe, reliable and welcoming transportation for all travelers. As the nation marks the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, Amtrak is highlighting significant progress in making rail travel more accessible and inclusive across its national network. “Accessibility is fundamental […]

Cruise demand isn’t cooling off, even with the world serving up plenty of reasons for travelers to stay home. Royal Caribbean Group beat its own earnings guidance in the second quarter and raised its full-year outlook Tuesday, pointing to strong close-in demand and record pricing across its fleet. The company reported $4.8 billion in revenue […]

Disney Adults Network announced its inaugural Adults Weekend, an immersive two-day celebration created for the global community of adult Disney fans. The first annual weekend takes place Saturday, March 20, through Sunday, March 21, 2027, in Anaheim, California. The celebration will bring together millennial fans, creators, collectors, couples, friends, and lifelong Disney enthusiasts for an […]

Hard Rock Hotels on July 22, 2026 announced a transformation of two of its most prominent beachfront properties in Mexico: Hard Rock Hotel Cancun and Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta. Both resorts will pause operations this summer to undergo physical and experiential upgrades. The reservation systems for both properties are now officially open, allowing travelers to […]

Cruiseline.com and Shipmate released the results of their annual 2026 Member Survey, gathering cruise preference insights from more than 5,500 travelers. The survey reveals strong demand for cruise vacations, with 92.8 percent of respondents reporting at least one voyage booked for 2026 or beyond, and 70.3 percent considering making additional bookings. The survey examined traveler […]