Cruises

California’s High-Speed Rail Authority appointed a new board chair who served as a Gavin Newsom adviser. The board also approved a $3.5 billion contract as part of project progress.

The American Hotel & Lodging Association has appointed new board members including Thom Geshay, Jon Stanner, and Jolyon Bulley. Their leadership will focus on travel demand, workforce initiatives, and enhancing membership support.

Travel groups including GBTA and the U.S. Travel Association caution against removing Customs and Border Protection officers from Newark Liberty Airport. They warn it risks stranding travelers and could result in a significant economic loss for the travel sector.

Carnival Cruise Line recently experienced a cyberattack by a criminal gang, compromising passenger data. The breach raises concerns over data security for travelers using cruise services.

HotelRunner continues its partnership with Booking.com by retaining a position on the Connectivity Commercial Advisory Board for 2026-2028. The board focuses on hotel technology connectivity advancements.

The India Convention Promotion Bureau will hold the 15th Conventions India Conclave in New Delhi from August 19 to 21, 2026. The event aims to promote growth in the MICE industry across India.

Five U.S. passengers exposed to hantavirus aboard a cruise ship have been released from quarantine in Nebraska. Thirteen others remain under health monitoring in the facility.

Carnival Cruise Line has experienced a major data breach affecting nearly six million passengers. The exposed data includes passport information, prompting calls for vigilance.

Norwegian Sky arrived at Greenock Cruise Port for the first time on June 2, 2026. This visit marks a new cruise destination addition for the ship within Scotland.

The California High-Speed Rail Authority has approved its 2026 business plan, which includes preparations to work with a private partner. This initiative aims to support further development of the rail system in California.