Cruises

The American Patriot cruise ship made a historic docking at Buffalo’s waterfront in late May 2026, the first passenger cruise ship to do so in decades. This event marks a renewed chapter for Great Lakes cruise tourism at the city’s port.

A leading cruise line revealed a cyberattack in 2026 that exposed sensitive data of almost six million passengers. Affected travelers have been notified and advised to monitor accounts closely.

IPW 2026 concluded in Fort Lauderdale with notable participation from the global travel trade community. The event underscored ongoing collaboration among international industry stakeholders.

The National Business Travel Association has updated its name to the Global Business Travel Association to reflect its expanding international focus. This change was announced in late May 2026.

Cognizant, Travelport, and Anthropic have joined together to enhance travel commerce platforms with AI technology. Their partnership focuses on advancing AI-powered solutions in travel tech.

Air Canada flights within Canada can now be booked with up to a 10% discount using a strategy involving Costco memberships. Travelers should check eligibility when booking.

Buffalo’s waterfront welcomed its first passenger cruise ship in decades in late May 2026, marking the revival of cruise tourism at the port. Local officials were on hand to celebrate the historic arrival, signaling renewed interest in Great Lakes cruising from Buffalo.

A major cruise line experienced a data breach in May 2026 that exposed information belonging to nearly six million travelers. Affected passengers are receiving notifications as efforts continue to protect their data.

The National Business Travel Association has adopted the new name Global Business Travel Association, emphasizing its broader global presence. The change was announced recently as part of the organization's evolving role in the business travel industry.

Rendez-vous Canada 2026, Canada’s largest international tourism trade show, has launched in Toronto. The event anticipates over $100 million in tourism sales with strong global buyer attendance.