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Royal Caribbean Cancels All 2026 Visits to Labadee Due to Security Issues
Royal Caribbean has canceled all visits to Labadee, Haiti, for 2026 due to security concerns. Dozens of itineraries across 12 ships will substitute alternate ports or added sea days through December 2026.
Scarlet Lady Denied Entry by Egypt and Turkey During 2026 LGBTQ+ Cruise
Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady was denied entry to Egyptian waters on July 9, 2026, after being blocked in Turkish ports earlier that week. Nearly 2,000 passengers, mostly gay men, faced itinerary disruptions on the 10-day cruise from Athens to Venice.
Universal Music to launch hotel and amphitheater near Texas Hill Country
Universal Music Group will open UMusic Hotel & Private Residences Austin featuring 150 hotel rooms, 600 residences, and a new amphitheater. Construction begins Q1 2027 with an opening projected for Q1 2029.