Cruises

An Indonesian hotel operator has officially confirmed its exit from Cuba, reflecting ongoing changes in the country’s hotel market. This move is part of a broader trend of foreign hotel chains withdrawing from Cuba.

Industry leaders convened at the 2026 Tourism Stakeholder Conference held in George Municipality. The event focused on enhancing collaboration to support tourism development and innovation.

Holland America's Zaandam remained docked overnight in Juneau due to propulsion issues. Several later port visits were canceled amid efforts to resolve the problem.

Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled nearly nine months of Norwegian Viva sailings from San Juan, Puerto Rico, relocating the ship's Caribbean homeport to Miami through 2028. This adjustment requires passengers to change their embarkation point to Miami.

Disney Cruise Line will introduce updated cabin décor and wine consumption policies for Caribbean cruises in 2026. Travelers should review these changes ahead of booking.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has joined major tourism associations including PATA, TTRA, NTA, and ASTA as they refresh leadership. This comes as the tourism sector enters a new growth cycle.

The Vancouver International Travel Expo 2026 featured major involvement from Canada, the US, and Mexico. This participation spurred considerable B2B tourism growth at the North American event.

The AI Hospitality Alliance has set up a founding advisory board featuring international leaders from hospitality, technology, AI, and academia. The board’s purpose is to help shape AI integration within the hospitality industry.

Four Seasons and Ritz-Carlton are collaborating with cruise companies to deliver upscale accommodations on cruises. These luxury hotel brands are expanding their reach into the cruise sector.

Carnival Cruise Line has revealed a breach exposing passport and personal data of nearly six million passengers. Those affected are urged to monitor their information for misuse.