Cruise News

Hawai‘i Tourism is currently undertaking a leadership search as it continues efforts to support recovery from the Kona Low weather event. The state remains engaged in stabilizing the tourism industry amid these challenges.

Intrepid launched a new hotel business on May 22, 2026, in New Zealand, aiming to offer travelers unique accommodation experiences. The venture intends to redefine traditional lodging models.

IPW 2026 took place in Fort Lauderdale with roughly 5,000 attendees. The event focused on promoting global tourism and developing industry relationships.

Truecaller has launched a travel eSIM developed with Telness technology to aid global travelers in maintaining mobile data connectivity during their trips abroad.

The Global Hotel Alliance has added four new member brands to its portfolio, increasing the diversity of its hotel offerings. This expansion strengthens the alliance’s worldwide presence in hospitality partnerships.

Carnival Glory has introduced an upgraded non-smoking casino and launched a new teen club. These changes come ahead of its summer 2026 Bahamas cruises departing from Florida.

Carnival Cruise Line has issued an advisory asking passengers departing from Texas ports to expect traffic delays. Travelers should plan accordingly to avoid delays during embarkation.

The cruise sector is rebounding in 2026, with increasing bookings and passenger volumes reported by Statista. This reflects a continued recovery as the industry moves past Covid-19 disruptions.

Hawai‘i Tourism has launched a search for new leadership to aid recovery following the Kona low weather event. Meanwhile, Zippy’s restaurant has reopened at a new site supporting the local community.

Truecaller and Telness have collaborated to launch a travel eSIM service targeted at enhancing mobile connectivity for travelers. The new solution seeks to offer reliable international mobile access for global users.