Cruises

Louisiana has joined other states in launching large-scale IPW tourism events aimed at strengthening the U.S. travel and hospitality industries. These initiatives will continue through 2030 to promote growth in travel, cruise, aviation, and global visitor spending.

OneAir now offers lifetime access to its Elite pricing tool for a one-time $100 fee. This tool is intended to help travelers reduce their flight expenses by avoiding overpaying.

IMEX Frankfurt 2026 highlighted Germany’s leading role in the expanding global meetings market. The event emphasized the rising trend in business event growth worldwide.

Royal Caribbean is moving the Ovation of the Seas debarkation port for Alaska cruises from Seward to Whittier in 2026. The change is due to construction delays at the Seward terminal.

Carnival Glory has introduced a new non-smoking casino and improved its teen lounge areas. These refurbishments were completed prior to its summer 2026 Bahamas cruises.

Carnival Cruise Line has revised the schedule for over 90 Carnival Panorama sailings, introducing new departure times and adjusting Mexico port stops through 2028. Travelers should verify these changes to ensure smooth travel plans.

The World Travel & Tourism Council has released its 2026 recovery report alongside a leadership cruise, marking a new stage in the travel and tourism sectors. This event underscores renewed industry engagement.

Louisiana is joining several US states to host significant IPW tourism events through 2030. These efforts target growth in travel, cruise, aviation, hospitality, and visitor spending.

IMEX Frankfurt 2026 will host more than 150 countries, spotlighting expansion in global meetings and business events. The event emphasizes Germany's leadership in the MICE sector.

Truecaller partnered with Telness to introduce a travel eSIM that facilitates mobile connectivity for international travelers. The service offers users an easier way to maintain data access while abroad.