Cruise News

A passenger evacuated from the MV Hondius cruise ship in Spain has tested positive for hantavirus. Health officials are monitoring the outbreak connected to the vessel.

Cruise passengers now face a $70 fee if caught removing buffet food to their cabins. This measure is intended to curb food waste but has left many travelers unsettled.

IPW 2026 concluded in Fort Lauderdale with more than 5,000 travel professionals attending. The event focused on uniting the industry to address falling international tourism numbers.

At the 2026 PATA Annual Summit in Pohang, Korea, the Pacific Asia Travel Association honored its longest-serving member organizations. Recognition was given to members with partnerships exceeding 50, 60, and 70 years.

IPW 2026 concluded in Fort Lauderdale with about 5,000 US travel sector professionals in attendance. The industry focused on addressing declines in international tourism.

Rendez-vous Canada 2026 started in Toronto, drawing a record number of international buyers. The event precedes an anticipated increase in travel tied to the FIFA World Cup.

Fareportal has expanded its partnership with Sabre to accelerate global travel growth through enhanced AI-powered travel distribution. The collaboration aims to improve booking efficiency using advanced technologies.

Congress Messe Innsbruck has appointed a new CEO, with the leadership transition formally announced in May 2026. This marks a notable update within Austria's events industry.

A Carnival cruise passenger has initiated legal proceedings after sustaining burn injuries on the ship's pool deck. The case raises questions about surface temperature safety measures on cruise ships.

Multiple hantavirus infections were confirmed among passengers evacuated from the MV Hondius cruise ship, leading to quarantine and disinfection measures in Rotterdam port. The cases emerged in late May 2026 from testing conducted in Spain and the Netherlands.