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Princess Cruises marked a major milestone with the arrival of the cruise line’s very first Royal-Class ship, Sky Princess, to homeport in Port Canaveral, beginning a season of Caribbean cruises from Central Florida. Starting November 30 and continuing through March 2026, Sky Princess is offering six- and eight-day Caribbean cruises, sailing roundtrip from Port Canaveral. The ship […]

When December arrives, Stuttgart comes alive with its beloved Christmas markets. In the heart of the old town between the New Palace, Schiller Square, the Old Palace, and the marketplace, the merry scene unfolds once again. Dating back to the early 17th century, Stuttgart’s market is one of Europe‘s finest with 290 kiosks of handmade […]

As the line between leisure and sport tourism continues to blur, resorts are investing in experiences that generate both excitement and revenue. With surf tourism poised to reach nearly $96 billion by 2030, water-ride manufacturer WhiteWater partnered with Grand Hyatt Dubai to deliver the Middle East’s first FlowRider Triple, an attraction designed for high capacity, […]

Building on the momentum of its 2025 National Conference, Dream Vacations/CruiseOne is accelerating its commitment to travel advisor education with an expanded catalogue of training programs, and a robust 2026 events and training calendar. From AI-powered innovations to new certifications and advisor-focused learning series, the brand continues to invest in helping franchise owners succeed at […]

When travel dreams take people to Europe, Italy is often their first stop. There’s something seductively charming about this country, its people, and la dolce vita. I always feel at home in Italy, whether struggling onto a crowded bus in Rome, navigating the fun chaos of Naples, sipping a cocktail in a Venetian bar, or […]

As Americans prepare for the busiest travel season of the year, a new survey from Upgraded Points reveals that 62 percent of travelers prefer hotels to short-term rentals like Airbnb or Vrbo, citing better amenities, fewer fees, and greater price transparency as key factors in their decision. Surveying more than 2,000 U.S. travelers, the study […]

Celestyal has concluded its most successful Mediterranean and Adriatic season on record, with Mediterranean passenger numbers increasing by 4 percent, and revenue up 10 percent over 2024. Operating from April to November, the line offered 10 “Heavenly Greece, Italy & Croatia” sailings, and 22 “Idyllic Greece” voyages on the 1,260-guest Celestyal Journey, with both itineraries […]

Holland America Line broke its Black Friday weekend sales record in the United States, with 19 percent more bookings than its previous high watermark, set in 2023 for the same period from Black Friday to Cyber Monday. Bookings were especially strong among guests planning summer Alaska vacations in 2026, choosing cruise options as well as […]

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has announced that passengers who do not present an acceptable form of ID but still want to fly will have the option to pay a $45 fee to use a modernized alternative identity-verification system, TSA Confirm.ID, to establish their identity at security checkpoints beginning February 1, 2026. Travelers will be […]

American Cruise Lines has introduced 11 new U.S. itineraries and three new small ships for 2026. Sailing year-round, the company will honor the country’s 250th birthday on its portfolio of domestic itineraries exploring coast-to-coast—including new cruises on the Great Lakes, the Arkansas River, and the Gulf Coast. Next year, the world’s only 100 percent U.S.-flagged […]