On April 16, the head of the International Energy Agency announced that Europe has about six weeks of jet fuel remaining, with possible flight cancellations on the horizon if oil supplies remain blocked through the Strait of Hormuz. With summer travel quickly approaching, millions of Americans with trips booked to Europe may be concerned about […]
Welcome to New in Cruise, our bi-weekly update on all the latest happenings in the cruise sector. Here’s what’s been happening in the industry so far in March. Retro chic is becoming a design theme among the upscale small ships debuting over the next few years, and Atlas Ocean Voyages is hopping on the trend […]
A new Expedia Group report exposes a widening disconnect in how travelers approach trip planning versus actually purchasing: While AI is rapidly becoming a discovery tool, the majority still overwhelmingly choose to book with established travel brands rather than AI chatbots and agents. The survey of more than 5,700 adults across the U.S., U.K., and […]
Travel + Leisure Co. has announced plans for a new Sports Illustrated Resorts location in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The development marks the experiential brand’s latest expansion into premier sports markets and will offer fans an year-round destination designed around the energy of game day. Located downtown on the Mississippi River just minutes from the Louisiana […]
Princess Cruises released its most expansive Asia deployment ever, bringing together its 2027 and 2028 Southeast Asia and 2028 Japan program in a single, comprehensive reveal. In total, the season features 96 departures across 61 itineraries visiting 55 destinations in nine countries, with now two ships homeporting in Japan, offering guests deeper cultural immersion, access […]
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport maintained its position as the world’s busiest airport in 2025, handling 106.3 million passengers despite intensifying global competition and capacity constraints reshaping aviation hubs worldwide. Dubai International ranked second with 95.2 million passengers, while Tokyo Haneda claimed third place with 91.7 million—a notable jump driven by Asia-Pacific’s strong recovery following years […]
Holland America Line is getting ready for its biggest glow up in company history. “We’ll be investing in return-generating modernization programs across many of our cruise lines,” Carnival Corporation (Holland America’s parent company) CEO Josh Weinstein said on the company’s last earnings call before teasing that the next big program was soon to be announced. […]
Travelers seeking a Disney spring fling can find special rates starting at $92 per night plus tax, available to book and stay now through June 30, at Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels. Ideal for Florida residents, annual passholders and driving-distance guests, Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels offer convenience and value: shuttle service to the parks […]
The American Society of Travel Advisors recovered more than $20,000 in unpaid hotel commissions so far since launching its Hotel Watch List in September, the organization announced this week. The recovery milestone signals that ASTA’s approach of aggregating advisor complaints and applying pressure on suppliers is producing results. The organization set a goal of recovering […]
Fall Saturdays are calling, and Delta is answering by adding more than 40 nonstop flights and 27 aircraft upgauges to college football’s most anticipated games of the 2026 season. From powerhouse southeast showdowns to legendary rivalries and primetime matchups at iconic stadiums, Delta is making it easier for fans to follow their teams wherever the […]