‘New sense of urgency’ to hit the road There’s a “new sense of urgency” to travel, said Stephanie Papaioannou, a vice president at the luxury travel company Abercrombie & Kent. “Guests feel they have lost two years, and older clients are concerned abo…
The biggest travel trend of 2022: Go big, spend big
No longer willing to wait, travelers are booking big “bucket list” trips this year to make up for lost time, despite rising costs in the industry.
Celebrity Cancels Celebrity Infinity’s European Summer Season, Ship Moving to the Caribbean
Celebrity Cruises has canceled its entire summer and fall European season of voyages for Celebrity Infinity, instead moving that shi | Celebrity Cruises cancelled Celebrity Infinity’s 29 sailings for 2022’s summer/fall Mediterranean season. The ship is…
Crystal Cruises Suspends Operations Through April
Crystal announced Wednesday, January 19, that it has suspended operations for its Ocean and Expedition ships through April 29, 2022, with
Quarantine-Free Travel to Queensland Begins January 22
Good news from “Down Under:” Quarantine-free international travel into Queensland begins from this Saturday, January 22—although limited to “Working Holiday Makers | The new regulations are limited to “Working Holiday Makers,” students, fully vaccinate…
Atlas Ocean Voyages Expands Antarctica Sailings for 2022-23
Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced that it will deploy two expedition ships to Antarctica for its winter 2022-23 season. | The cruise line will deploy two expedition ships to Antarctica for the winter 2022-23 season. Here’s what you can expect.
Aruba Tourism Authority Hires Sales Manager for Western Region
The Aruba Tourism Authority (ATA) has hired Angela Restivo as its newest sales manager for the Western region, reinforcing the existing North America team. | Angela Restivo will bring her 20-plus years of experience as travel agency owner to the island…
Holland America Line Extends “Flexible Cancellation Plan”
Holland America Line has announced the extension of its “Flexible Cancellation Plan” to September 30, 2022. | The cruise line will continue to operate vaccinated voyages with enhanced COVID-19 protocols. Learn more here.
Travelers’ Choice Awards: Check out the most popular and trending destinations for 2022
The Awards also included the ‘Best of the Best Destinations’ for food lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, skiers, city lovers and sun-seekers, offering inspiration according to your travel mood.
Stats: Younger, Wealthier Americans Leading Travel Rebound
While pandemic concerns continue to curtail travel spending, pockets of pent-up demand and pandemic-driven lifestyle shifts point to encouraging travel industry trends in the year ahead, according | While the travel industry still faces many challenge…