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NCL CMO Lee Applbaum on breaking out of cruising's echo chamber He argues that a large addressable market thinks cruising isn't for them, in part due to Carnival and Royal's loud voices, while Norwegian offers something different. Read full story

Travel tip #179: The places to visit in 2027

 

I just arrived in London for a few days before the World Travel Market conference and tomorrow I will be co-hosting a full day of tours (2 half day tours) in collaboration with Women in Travel CIC.

Let Christmas take you places

 Somewhere special

this Christmas

Follow the glow of Christmas markets, discover the stories behind local traditions and make time for those you love. Picture crisp evening strolls beneath twinkling lights, the scent of warm spices and a beautiful place to return to. With Kempinski, let the pleasures of the season shape a journey filled with discoveries and moments to share.

Centennial of Route 66 also reclaimed by the American Indigenous Tourism Association

 As the United States celebrates this year the 100th anniversary of Route 66, the American Indigenous Tourism Association (AIT) – the only national organization dedicated to advancing cultural heritage tourism in Native Nations and communities across the United States and its territories, worked on putting also the spotlight toward the highway’s deep Indigenous origins.

VIVA Cruises announces winners of agent training incentives

VIVA Cruises has named two travel agents as winners of prize draws linked to its relaunched online training programme.

Frankie Bond, from cruise.co.uk, has won a four-night VIVA Cruises sailing of their choice, while Elizabeth Young, from Stein Travel, has received a Rituals hamper.

Shaner Hotels opens 80-room Hampton Inn in Columbia, Pennsylvania

 

COLUMBIA, PA. – Shaner Hotels has announced the opening of the 80-room Hampton Inn Columbia Downtown in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The hotel occupies the historic former Becker Potato Chip Factory in Lancaster County. The development forms part of a broader revitalisation project led by the property’s owner, Murphy Hospitality Group.

MSC Cruises Reveals Largest Offering Of Complimentary Dining Yet Aboard MSC World Asia

 

MSC World Asia to offer more complimentary and grab-and-go dining options than ever before, giving guests greater choice throughout their cruise

New Aqua Food Market will feature five distinct food stalls serving freshly prepared, customisable dishes in a vibrant poolside setting

Sarawak Malaysia take centre stage on Celebrity Race Across the World

 Tourism Malaysia welcomes the prime-time spotlight on Sarawak as Celebrity Race Across the World launches this evening at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

Impression Isla Mujeres Joins The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, Bringing its Distinctive Connection to a Curated Set of Luxury Hotels

 

CHICAGO (November 2, 2026) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that Impression Isla Mujeres, a 123-suite, adults-only, all-inclusive resort on the southern tip of Isla Mujeres, Mexico, has joined The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.

Cartagena & the Spanish Coast, Across Three SeaDream Yachts

 Roman stone, naval walls and quiet plazas share the same few streets in Cartagena, a city on Spain’s southeastern coast that has been reinventing itself for more than two thousand years. SeaDream docks right in the heart of the city, with extended stays in town and unhurried hours ashore. A morning at the ancient theater can give way to an afternoon of resort golf at nearby La Manga, and an overnight turns a single port call into an evening and a slow morning after.