Cruise News

California's High-Speed Rail Authority has approved a $3.5 billion contract for track and systems installation focused on the Central Valley segment. A new construction team has been appointed alongside an updated 2026 business plan.

Norwegian Cruise Line has cancelled Norwegian Viva cruises from San Juan through July 2028. Caribbean operations will be relocated to Miami during this period.

Carnival Cruise Line disclosed a cybersecurity breach impacting nearly six million passengers’ personal information. The company has advised travelers to watch for signs of misuse.

A contagious vomiting bug caused illness among passengers and crew aboard an Alaska cruise ship in early June 2026. The CDC is currently investigating the outbreak.

Brightline has demonstrated significant demand for private passenger rail travel in the United States. However, the company faces continued scrutiny regarding sustainability and the private rail service model.

The California High-Speed Rail Authority has appointed a new board chair and introduced a construction team. An updated business plan including revised timelines was also presented.

The WTTC reports that China is advancing toward the position of the world’s leading tourism economy, driven by swift growth in its tourism sector.

The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association is advocating for a comprehensive framework to improve how tourism's economic impact is measured in the Caribbean. This seeks to capture the full value of tourism across the region.

Conferma and Trip.Biz have partnered to enable the global integration of virtual card payments. The alliance focuses on delivering enhanced payment solutions for the travel sector worldwide.

Sri Lanka Convention Bureau held MICE roadshows in Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and Chennai to promote the island’s business tourism appeal to the Indian market. The events aimed to enhance engagement with Indian stakeholders in the MICE industry.