Cruises

The 2026 Great Lakes cruise season is expected to reach record levels, with Port Milwaukee seeing the highest cruise activity in years. This trend will likely bring more visitors to Wisconsin while reviving historic travel routes.

A Spanish passenger evacuated from the MV Hondius has tested positive for hantavirus. Health authorities are monitoring international infection trends linked to the cruise ship outbreak.

Mexico will be among the nations participating in ITB Americas 2026, the major B2B travel trade event hosted in Guadalajara this November. The event also sees involvement from key American and Caribbean countries.

Yucatan Meetings were featured at IBTM Americas 2026 to highlight the region's strengths in hosting meetings and business events. The effort aimed to support the growth of business tourism in the area.

Mosaic Hotel Collection has named Cody Felice as managing director of The Elene hotel. The appointment highlights the brand's focus on strengthening its property leadership.

Following a change in ownership, Viceroy Hotels has introduced a refreshed brand identity. This update emphasizes a renewed aesthetic and brand direction.

Cruise guests using buffet dining areas may now face fees if they take food back to their rooms. This change highlights evolving cruise food policies.

The Great Lakes cruise industry expects a record passenger surge in 2026, driving more visitors to Wisconsin. This trend signals a notable revival in regional cruise travel.

An Alaska cruise line has initiated trials using an alternative fuel source as part of efforts to promote more sustainable cruising. This marks a cautious but forward-looking step in the regional cruise industry’s environmental practices.

Rendez-vous Canada 2026, held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, has started in Toronto with participation from major tourism industry leaders across multiple countries. The event highlights Canada’s role as a central hub in the global tourism trade.