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Cruise News
CroisiEurope Introduces New Rhine, Danube & Main Itineraries for Summer 2027
CroisiEurope has announced an overhaul of its river cruise programme for summer 2027, with the introduction of a series of new itineraries across the Rhine, Danube and Main.
Royal Caribbean Names Retired US Air Force General Lori J. Robinson Godmother of 'Legend of the Seas'
Royal Caribbean has unveiled retired US Air Force General Lori J. Robinson official godmother of its 'Legend of the Seas' ship, ahead of its debut in the US.
VIVA Cruises to Host Water Level Impact Advice Webinar for Irish Trade
VIVA Cruises is holding a free one-hour webinar for travel agents and tour operators on the impact of high and low water levels on river cruise operations.
Seabourn Launches 'Explore Beyond Event' Shipboard Credit Offer
Seabourn has launched Explore Beyond Event - a limited-time offer providing up to $2,000 in Shipboard Credit per suite on select sailings in 2026 through 2029.
Explora Journeys Announces Expansion into River Cruising; Construction of Debut Ships Agreed
Explora Journeys has signed a Letter of Intent with Dutch shipbuilder Den Breejen Shipyard for the construction of its first luxury river ships, marking the brand’s planned entry into river cruising.
Scenic Group Announces Long-Term Expansion in India
Scenic Group has announced a strategic partnership with Assam Bengal Navigation (ABN), marking its expansion into the Brahmaputra River and a commitment to have two-ultra luxury Scenic River ships operating in India by 2029-30.
MSC Cruises Unveiled as Global Cruises Partner of 38th America's Cup
MSC Cruises has been named Global Cruises Partner of the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup - the world's oldest international sporting trophy.
Azamara Cruises Officially Opens Highly Anticipated 2029 World Cruise for Booking
Azamara Cruises has officially opened bookings for its highly anticipated 2029 World Cruise, inviting guests to embark on a marquee 195-night journey aboard Azamara Quest from San Diego to Copenhagen, January 3 through July 17, 2029.
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The Arabian Travel Market closed last week in Dubai with the message of continued collaboration, a hopeful outlook and a celebration of all that the UAE and the Middle East has to offer for travellers from around the world.
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Luxury Travel
Palm Beach Sees Record 6.1 Million Visitors in First Half of 2026
Discover The Palm Beaches (DTPB), the destination marketing organisation for Palm Beach County, has announced that The Palm Beaches welcomed a record-breaking 6.09 million visitors during the first half of 2026, a 6.4% increase over the same time period last year.
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Five Star Carlisle Bay Antigua Included in MICHELIN Guide
Five-star resort and member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Carlisle Bay Antigua has been included in the MICHELIN Guide, having been awarded One MICHELIN Key in the Guide’s third annual edition. This prestigious distinction marks Carlisle Bay Antigua’s debut in the MICHELIN Guide and recognises the resort as “a very special stay.” The accolade underscores Carlisle Bay Antigua’s unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality, reflected in every aspect of the
3 days ago
IHG Hotels & Resorts Named Official Hotel Partner of Rugby World Cup 2027
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has been named Official Hotel Partner of Rugby World Cup 2027.
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Katy Perry to Headline Atlantis, The Palm's New Year's Eve Gala Dinner
Katy Perry has been confirmed as headline act for this year’s New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at Dubai’s famed Atlantis, The Palm resort.
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Seabourn Launches 'Explore Beyond Event' Shipboard Credit Offer
Seabourn has launched Explore Beyond Event - a limited-time offer providing up to $2,000 in Shipboard Credit per suite on select sailings in 2026 through 2029.
4 days ago
Business Traveller
American Airlines Adds Seating Perk for Loyalty Programme Members
American Airlines has upgraded its app, making it easier for frequent customers to find the perfect seat.
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Aer Lingus Completes Rollout of Starlink WiFi Across Entire Narrow Body Transatlantic Fleet
Aer Lingus has confirmed it has now installed ultra-fast free Wi-Fi - powered by Starlink - across its entire narrow body transatlantic fleet.
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Etihad Upgrades to Double Daily Service on Abu Dhabi-Sydney Route
Etihad Airways has announced it will fly double daily between Abu Dhabi and Sydney from December 15, in time for the Australian summer holidays.
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Premier Inn Advances London Expansion Plans with Vauxhall Milestone
Hospitality conglomerate Whitbread has appointed a main contractor for delivering a new Premier Inn hotel in Vauxhall, London - part of the group's longer term aimm to significantly expand its Premier Inn and hub by Premier Inn in the English capital.
4 days ago
Leonardo Hotels Strengthens MICE Tourism Offering with Addition of 4 Hotels in Germany
Leonardo Hotels has greatly enhanced its business and MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences & exhibitions) tourism offering with the addition of four new hotels in Germany and more than 1,000 rooms. The company – which took over the old Jurys Inn brand – has, in one deal, bought two hotels in Berlin and one each in Dortmund and Düsseldorf. “Our acquisition of four hotels at the same time sends out a clear signal for our continued growth in Germany,” said Yoram Biton, Managi
4 days ago
Sustainability in Travel
Brittany Ferries Logs 6% Fuel Savings Through Digital Twin-Enabled Routing Solution
Brittany Ferries, Adrena and Bureau Veritas Solutions Marine & Offshore (“BV Solutions”, the M&O advisory services business line of Bureau Veritas) have successfully demonstrated fuel savings of up to 6% through the deployment of an advanced digital twin-enabled routing solution. The AdrenaShip concept highlights the potential of advanced digital technologies to improve vessel efficiency and support maritime decarbonisation. Combining Brittany Ferries’ operational expertise,
10 hours ago
Tourism NI Launches New Round of Sustainability Support Programme
Tourism Northern Ireland has launched a new round of its support programme to help businesses create and build sustainable tourism practices. Twelve tourism businesses from across Northern Ireland have joined the latest cohort of the Sustainable Tourism Business Programme, which was officially launched at the Seamus Heaney HomePlace in Bellaghy this week. This is the sixth cohort funded by Tourism NI, with more than 60 businesses across the region taking part in the pro
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African Tourism Businesses Urged to Review Environmental Claims Ahead of New EU Rules
African tourism businesses marketing or selling to European consumers are being urged to review how they communicate their environmental credentials as new EU rules on environmental claims come into effect on 27 September 2026. The African Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA) has published a new member guide, Green Transition and the EU: A Guide for African Tourism Businesses, to help businesses understand what the EU’s Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive
4 days ago
Radisson Hotel Group Launches Roadmap to Help Close Sustainability Action Gap
Radisson Hotels has teamed up with GDS-Movement to launch a new roadmap guide helping more tourism businesses bridge the gap between sustainability desires and actual execution. The new guide provides Associations and professional conference organizers (PCOs) with practical tools, destination data, and measurable frameworks to turn sustainability ambitions into action. While sustainability has become a strategic priority for many organizations, implementation remains a signif
4 days ago
EasyJet Continues Sustainability Efforts with Reusable Crew Meal Trays
EasyJet has introduced reusable crew meal trays in partnership with Ecoffee Cup across its UK and European fleet, helping reduce onboard waste and supporting the airline’s ongoing sustainability efforts. Following successful implementation across the airline's Swiss fleet and at its Marrakech base, the reusable trays, to be used by crew for all in-flight meals, are now being rolled out across all UK and EU aircraft. The trays replace single-use cardboard boxes previously used
4 days ago
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