Cruises

The 2026 cruise season officially begins in Green Bay on Tuesday with the scheduled arrival of the first cruise ships. This marks the commencement of cruise operations at the port for the year.

IATA held its 82nd AGM in Rio de Janeiro, updating leadership to better handle global travel disruptions. The meeting emphasized strategic improvements to worldwide airline routes.

WestJet has launched a Cancel For Any Reason insurance product in collaboration with Hopper Technology Solutions. This new option gives travelers greater flexibility when managing flight cancellations.

Janytte Siega has been appointed as General Manager of SMX Convention Center Seaside Cebu. The move highlights the venue’s ongoing focus on business events and MICE tourism.

FIEXPO Latin America 2026 will be held in San José from June 8-11, featuring over 200 exhibitors from countries in the Americas and Caribbean. The event seeks to strengthen regional business and tourism links.

Wyndham Hotels and Applebee’s have formed a partnership to offer direct delivery of Applebee’s meals to hotel rooms. This service broadens dining options for guests at Wyndham properties.

Carnival Cruise Line confirmed a data breach that affected nearly six million passengers, exposing sensitive passport and personal information. This poses potential identity theft risks for those impacted.

A man has pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a teenager on a Carnival cruise ship. The case ended with the guilty plea being officially accepted.

The first cruise ships of 2026 will begin docking in Green Bay this Tuesday, marking the start of the local cruise season. The event will increase port activity and welcome passengers to the area.

The California High-Speed Rail Authority has engaged a Kiewit-led consortium with a $3.5 billion contract to build the Central Valley segment's track and systems. This contract represents a major phase in constructing the state's flagship high-speed rail line.