Passenger Sues Carnival Over Pool Deck Burn Injuries
A passenger has initiated a $7 million lawsuit against Carnival Cruise Line after experiencing burn injuries from hot pool deck surfaces onboard. The case highlights concerns regarding cruise ship pool deck safety.
Cruise Guests Charged for Taking Buffet Food to Cabins
Cruise lines have started charging passengers who take buffet food back to their cabins. This new policy aims to regulate food consumption and may result in additional fees.
CPK Forecasts AeroExpress as Poland’s Busiest Rail Line
CPK is planning the AeroExpress rail service to link major transport centers in Poland. The service is projected to become the country’s busiest rail route.
PATA Celebrates 75 Years Honouring Long-Standing Members
The Pacific Asia Travel Association celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2026 at the Annual Summit in Pohang, Korea. Member organizations with five to seven decades of continuous industry involvement were honored during the event.
Bhutan Debuts First Travel Trade Show to Develop Tourism
Bhutan is organizing its first travel trade show to support development in the Himalayan tourism sector. The event seeks to connect the country with global tourism markets.
Mize and Dida Launch AI-Powered Booking Intelligence Globally
Mize and Dida have introduced an AI-enhanced booking intelligence platform designed to optimize travel distribution across key global destinations. Their partnership focuses on advancing AI-driven infrastructure for better booking processes.
WestJet Launches Flexible Cancel For Any Reason Travel Insurance
WestJet has introduced a Cancel For Any Reason insurance product powered by Hopper Technology Solutions. This new option offers enhanced cancellation flexibility for travelers.
ITB China 2026 Opens in Shanghai with Major Exhibitor Growth
ITB China 2026 opened recently in Shanghai, featuring a significant rise in exhibitor numbers. The event also introduced new business matching services to support global tourism collaboration.
NZ Tourism Hopeful Despite Drop in Cruise Visits
Cruise ship visits to New Zealand have fallen recently, but the tourism industry remains hopeful. Efforts are underway to address the decline and maintain visitor numbers.
Christchurch to Host TRENZ 2027, Driving Visitor Growth
Christchurch has been confirmed as the host city for TRENZ 2027, a major global travel event promoting New Zealand tourism. The event aims to boost visitor growth and trade opportunities within the sector.
















