Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, has concluded its 2026 Venetian Society Reunion Voyage aboard Silver Shadow. From 19 June to 1 July, first-time guests and Venetian Society members – those enrolled in Silversea's loyalty programme – travelled to 10 ports across France, Italy, and Malta on a roundtrip voyage from Nice, hosted by Silversea President Bert Hernandez and other brand executives. The itinerary, selected by Venetian Society members, was marked by exclusive touches arranged specially for this sailing, from commemorative gifts to reflect destinations visited, to themed culinary experiences and enhanced entertainment. Guests celebrated the end of the voyage with a spectacular grand finale, as a farewell fireworks display illuminated the night sky in Portofino, Italy on 30 June.

Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading destination- and culinary-focused luxury cruise line, today announced a new collaboration with acclaimed chef and broadcaster Clodagh McKenna, bringing together two culinary worlds rooted in exceptional food and relaxed elegance.

Virgin Voyages is celebrating its UK trade partners throughout July with First Mate Appreciation Month. The campaign is designed to thank agents with extra incentives, giveaways and exclusive opportunities. As part of the campaign, every booking logged through First Mate Loot – the online agent incentive platform – will earn First Mates £15, three times the usual £5 per booking.

Acclaimed composer Benjamin Squires has announced the launch of his new album, Soundtrack for the Seas - the world's first original musical score of a cruise. Inspired by a voyage to seek out the Northern Lights, it was created in his new role as the first ever Composer-in-Residence for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, and the cruise industry as a whole

UN Tourism and The Bench have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking the beginning of a strategic collaboration to advance tourism investment, innovation, and education on a global scale. The agreement was signed during a formal ceremony in Madrid by Shaikha Al Nuwais, Secretary-General of UN Tourism, and Ali Shahid, Chief Executive Officer of The Bench. UN Tourism has been actively involved with The Bench’ events for many years, including FHS Saudi Arabia which took place in Riyadh last week, and this partnership is a natural next step to further elevate the collaboration.

Visit Atlantic City is gearing up for its thrilling peak season, providing guests the opportunity to enjoy an array of festivals, outstanding entertainment, thrilling events and new culinary developments. From The Downbeach Seafood Festival to Atlantic City’s newest bottomless brunch at Capriccio at Resorts Casino Hotel and Caesars Beach Club offering a luxury, resort-style experience, Atlantic City’s summer developments are lending itself to an unforgettable summer in the seaside destination.