Cruise News

Carnival Cruise Line advises Texas cruise passengers to expect possible traffic delays at port departures in 2026. Travelers should plan extra time to avoid missing their ships.

Amtrak and the U.S. Department of Transportation have chosen a developer team to lead the redevelopment of New York’s Penn Station. The project will focus on modernizing the station’s infrastructure to improve the passenger experience.

Antigua and Barbuda hosted the Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026 for the second consecutive year, drawing global travel professionals to experience the islands' culture and luxury. The event highlighted the region’s natural beauty and strengthened Antigua’s position in Caribbean tourism.

The stalemate around the Strait of Hormuz has lasted into a fifth month, impeding West Asian tourism recovery efforts. Continued regional tensions are slowing progress for the area's travel sectors.

A cruise ship affected by a hantavirus outbreak has docked in Rotterdam for intensive disinfection. Quarantine and health protocols have been put in place for exposed passengers.

Royal Caribbean is moving the Ovation of the Seas Alaska cruise disembarkation from Seward to Whittier for the 2026 season. The change is due to delays in construction at the Seward cruise terminal.

Carnival Cruise Line has warned passengers departing from Texas ports to expect potential traffic congestion. Travelers are encouraged to allow additional time for arrival at the cruise terminals.

Amtrak and the U.S. Department of Transportation have selected a developer team for a major redevelopment effort at New York’s Penn Station. The project is set to modernize the station’s infrastructure and improve passenger services.

IMEX Frankfurt 2026 will host over 3,000 exhibitors including global airlines such as United and Lufthansa. The event also features tourism boards and cruise leaders, highlighting its broad industry scope.

Truecaller, partnering with Telness, has launched a travel eSIM designed to enhance global mobile connectivity. The eSIM supports seamless data access without needing physical SIM changes when abroad.