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This Summer we shall devote our vacations in full rest. We shall return in two weeks. GOOD SUMMER TO EVERYONE

Celebrity Cruises unveils 2028-2029 global deployment

 

MIAMI – Celebrity Cruises has announced its 2028-2029 deployment, featuring an expanded European programme alongside itineraries across all seven continents. The schedule includes new ports of call, longer seasons in selected destinations and expanded operations in Alaska, Asia, Australia, New England and South America.

Women hold half of hospitality’s jobs and a third of its leadership seats

 Hospitality has traditionally been a thriving place for women to work but it has failed when it comes from translating that into seniority where people are more empowered and can make an impactful difference.

Introducing New AzAmazing Evenings® for 2027

 

Dear Explorer,

In 2027, discover 36 new AzAmazing Evenings® created exclusively for Azamara guests. From local performances to unforgettable cultural traditions, these complimentary immersive experiences bring you closer to the destinations you visit and the stories that make them unique.

Berlin records 13.6 million overnight stays in H1 2026

 

BERLIN – Berlin welcomed 5.9 million visitors during the first half of 2026 while accommodation establishments recorded 13.6 million overnight stays, according to the latest figures from the Berlin-Brandenburg Statistical Office.

 

Celebrity Beyond Is Coming Back To Southampton! Celebrity Cruises has unveiled its ambitious 2028 Europe season, featuring 8 world-class ships, 87 unique ports, and 21 countries. Highlights include four Edge Series ships in European waters and Celebrity Beyond homeporting in Southampton for no-fly Northern Europe sailings.

This Time Next Year: August Along the Italian Coast

 

A year from now, August could find you lingering into the evening in Livorno and Monte Carlo, staying overnight in Capri or Porto Montenegro, and dining on deck as the first city lights appear along the shore.

Five ways Emirates is helping customers travel with greater confidence

 

Dubai, UAE, 11 August 2026 — From free date changes to industry-first comprehensive travel insurance, Emirates continues to give customers greater flexibility and more choice, as well as the ability to tailor their travel plans for more peace of mind, from booking to the moment they arrive at their destination.

U.S. hotel results for week ending Aug. 1

 

The U.S. hotel industry reported another week of positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar data through Aug. 1.

Brazil ranks fourth globally in international tourism growth between 2019 and 2025, says OECD

 

Brazil is among the countries that have most significantly increased international tourist arrivals in the post-pandemic period. This information appears in the OECD Tourism Trends and Policies 2026 report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).