Oceania Cruises®, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, christened its newest ship, Oceania Allura™, with a dazzling Miami pierside ceremony, culminating in a first-of-its-kind godparent christening.

MSC Cruises has unveiled its most impressive Black Friday sale to date, offering up to 50% off thousands of sailings in 2026 and 2027. From sun-soaked escapes in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, to cultural adventures across Northern Europe - including convenient departures direct from Southampton - this is the moment to plan your next unforgettable cruise at an incredible price.

Due to the changing global travel scene, travellers tend to explore less-visited exotic destinations in lieu of the established tourist destinations. Offbeat destinations are enjoying an impressive influx of visitors, starting with the turquoise lagoons of Seychelles, to the terraced sceneries of Vietnam. Offbeat destination travel insurance policies have increased by almost 45%, highlighting a change in the mentality of travellers towards financial security and safety.

Princess Cruises has partnered with Handshake Speakeasy, named The Best Bar in North America 2025 by World's 50 Best Bars for two consecutive years and celebrated for its inventive cocktail craftsmanship in the heart of Mexico City. This groundbreaking collaboration introduces five exclusive, bespoke cocktails, meticulously composed by Handshake's award-winning mixologists and are set to debut aboard Princess Cruises.

The Peninsula Beverly Hills, an exclusive retreat that resembles a private residence built in the classic Renaissance style, debuts a refreshed design to its 195 guestrooms and expansive rooftop. To lead this new chapter, the hotel partnered with premier global interior design firm Hirsch Bedner Associates, who approached the project with deep respect for the property's French-inspired aesthetic. “As we look ahead to celebrating the hotel's 35th anniversary of providing exceptional hospitality in 2026, this refurbishment involves more than introducing modern updates,” said Managing Director Offer Nissenbaum. “It's a continuation of a legacy and an embodiment of the care and artistry that have defined The Peninsula Beverly Hills since its inception.”

Seabourn, the leader in luxury cruising and expedition travel, is set to kick off the holiday and gift-giving season in style and with savings through its annual 'Black Friday Sail.' Available now through December 2, 2025, choose the gift of seamless travel with exceptional, value-added benefits on select 2026 and 2027 luxury ocean and expedition voyages across all seven continents, including: