MSC World Asia Completes Sea Trials Ahead of November 2026 Delivery
MSC Cruises’ MSC World Asia completed final sea trials in the Atlantic off France in September 2026. The LNG-powered ship will be delivered on November 25 and start seven-night sailings in December.
Carnival Tropicale Now Open for 2028 Bookings from Galveston
Carnival Cruise Line opened bookings for the Carnival Tropicale, its fifth Excel-class ship, sailing from Galveston starting April 15, 2028. Cruises will last four to eight days, visiting Caribbean, Bahamas, and Mexico ports.
Royal Caribbean Cancels Alaska Cruise After Boarding in Vancouver
Royal Caribbean canceled its Serenade of the Seas Alaska cruise after 1,700 passengers boarded in Vancouver on September 1 due to maintenance issues. Passengers were instructed to disembark by midnight following the cancellation.
Disney Cruise Line Opens Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 Bookings
Disney Cruise Line opened general bookings on September 8, 2026, for its Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 seasons across all eight ships. The lineup includes New York-based Disney Wish itineraries, Panama Canal crossings on Disney Magic, and Disney Destiny's first season homeporting at Port Canaveral.
UnCruise Adventures Expands 2028 Alaska Aleutian Islands Cruise Capacity
UnCruise Adventures expanded passenger capacity and opened bookings for its 2028 Alaska Aleutian Islands cruises. This increase allows more travelers to book trips on these itineraries.
Royal Caribbean Cancels Vancouver Alaska Cruise After Passengers Board
Royal Caribbean canceled its Serenade of the Seas Alaska cruise from Vancouver on September 1, 2026, after about 1,700 passengers had boarded. The cancellation was due to ongoing maintenance and technical issues that prevented the ship’s departure.
Margaritaville at Sea Debuts Beachcomber from Galveston in 2027
Margaritaville at Sea will start sailing its largest ship, Beachcomber, from Galveston in October 2027. The vessel will offer new Caribbean itineraries including Veracruz, a new port for Galveston cruises.
UnCruise Adventures Expands 2028 Alaska Aleutian Islands Cruises Capacity
UnCruise Adventures increased passenger capacity for its 2028 Aleutian Islands cruises and opened bookings. More availability for travelers to reserve Alaska voyages in 2028.
Royal Caribbean Cancels Alaska Cruise After Passenger Boarding in Vancouver
Approximately 1,700 passengers boarded Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas in Vancouver for an Alaska cruise that was canceled due to maintenance. The cruise was delayed, shortened, and passengers were compensated with refunds and future cruise credit.
Royal Caribbean Cancels Alaska Cruise After Passengers Board in Vancouver
Royal Caribbean canceled the Alaska cruise of Serenade of the Seas after about 1,700 passengers boarded in Vancouver on September 1, 2026. The ship never departed due to maintenance issues, forcing passengers to disembark by September 2.
Latest article
Croatia Reports 2% Rise in UK Visitors, Adds New Flights and Hotels in 2027
Croatia recorded a 2% rise in UK visitors in 2026, with over 840,000 arrivals so far. Jet2 will launch new UK-Croatia flights in May 2027, while new hotels and year-round marketing aim to boost tourism beyond summer.
Thailand’s 2032 Tourism Strategy Prioritizes Revenue Growth Over Arrival Numbers
Thailand’s 2032 tourism plan aims for 4 trillion baht ($118 billion) annual revenue by focusing on increased tourist spending. Foreign arrivals are expected to decline for a second straight year amid infrastructure challenges.
US Sees 728 Delayed and 55 Canceled Flights on November 6, 2026
On November 6, 2026, the U.S. experienced over 728 flight delays and 55 cancellations. Multiple airports nationwide are impacted by these disruptions.