Cape Town started its 2026/27 cruise season on September 17 with 1,397 passengers aboard Pacific World. African ports are enhancing cruise stopovers with safari and inland tourism programs.
Foreign visitor arrivals in Cebu rose 27% in 2026, led by international tourists, driving strong tourism sector growth. This increase has boosted tourism activity and enhanced offerings for foreign visitors in Cebu.
Royal Caribbean's Legend of the Seas faced a two-hour boarding delay in Barcelona on October 4, 2026, due to severe rain and thunderstorms. Passengers were given extended check-in times amid AEMET's highest red warning for the coastline.