Cruise News

Major hotel chains like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt generally do not own most of their hotel properties directly. Instead, they operate with varied ownership and management structures separating property ownership from hotel operations.

Taranto has commenced its 2026 cruise season with visits from Costa Fascinosa and Mein Schiff 5. These arrivals support the city's cruise tourism and economic development in Southern Italy.

A new Caribbean cruise port has recently opened, designed to ease access to lesser-known islands. This offers cruise passengers fresh opportunities for hidden island adventures.

Norwegian Sun has kicked off its 2026 Northern Europe summer cruise season, with scheduled stops in Copenhagen, Southampton, and Helsinki. This marks the seasonal return of the vessel to key European destinations.

The AI Hospitality Alliance has joined forces with Navan, Travelport, and Accelya to promote enterprise AI adoption across travel sectors. This partnership targets enhanced AI integration in hotels, airlines, and travel distribution.

The annual Travel Tech Policy & Innovation Showcase held its third edition, emphasizing innovation and leadership in travel technology and policy in the USA. The event continues to spotlight important industry developments shaping the sector.

Visit Portugal will join key tourism boards and hospitality brands at Meetings Show 2026 from 24 to 25 June. The event unites leading companies in travel, airlines, hospitality, and cruises.

The Norwegian Sun has begun its 2026 Northern Europe summer cruise season, visiting ports including Copenhagen, Southampton, and Helsinki. These stops have contributed to increased tourism during the summer months.

Carnival Cruise Line will introduce a more stringent bikini dress code for passengers at island ports starting in June 2026. The new policy focuses on regulating attire during shore excursions to promote modesty.

China Railway has experienced a historic rise in passenger trips, largely fueled by the expansion of high-speed rail and increased international visitor numbers, reshaping travel demand across the country.