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Maldives set to host Asia, Oceania and Indian Ocean tourism leaders for landmark World Travel Awards
World Travel Awards (WTA) has announced that the paradise nation of the Maldives will host industry leaders from across Asia, Oceania and the Indian Ocean for a blockbuster VIP Gala Ceremony to celebrate the best in travel and tourism. The flagship event will take place at CROSSROADS Maldives on World Tourism Day, 27 September 2026.
Newly Renovated Oosterdam to Cruise Europe, the Caribbean and Panama Canal
Holland America Line is now accepting bookings for Oosterdam's first collection of voyages following its debut as the inaugural ship to undergo Holland America Evolution, the cruise line's largest fleet investment in its 153‑year history. Spanning eight itineraries and 15 departure dates, the new sailings give guests the earliest opportunity to experience Oosterdam's onboard enhancements, paired with destination-rich itineraries across Europe, the Caribbean and North America. Oosterdam's return to service marks the first chapter of Holland America Evolution, a multiyear modernization designed to bring the best of the fleet's Pinnacle Class to more ships. Following the ship's transformation, Oosterdam introduces new stateroom and suite categories created to reflect how guests travel today, while expanding access to signature venues.
Viking Opens Bookings for 2028–2029 Expedition Voyages
Viking® (www.viking.com) announced that its 2028–2029 expedition voyages are now open for booking, featuring newly released departure dates across the company's most popular itineraries in the Arctic, Antarctica and the Great Lakes. Designed for immersive exploration in some of the world's most remote regions, the expanded offerings include additional sailings of Viking's epic Longitudinal World Cruises, which journey between the Great Lakes and Antarctica, as well as the unique Into the Antarctic Circle itinerary, offering guests the rare opportunity to cross the 66°33′ line of latitude into the Antarctic Circle—an honoured milestone among polar explorers.
Approach Tours Takes Its All-Inclusive Model to the Water with New Cruise Portfolio
Leading senior Canadian travel operator Approach Tours has unveiled its highly anticipated new cruise portfolio, marking the company’s expansion into ocean expedition and river cruising. Its distinctive small-group, radically all-inclusive model has been designed to meet growing demand for more immersive and seamless travel experiences.
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises unveils Ultimate Journey Collection 2026/27
For the first time, the publication brings together the full range of the operator’s expanded offering including new European Cruise and Tour journeys, as well as the inaugural collection of Luxury Long-Haul Land holidays
Holland America Line Charts Six Continents and Rare and Renowned Ports in 2028 Grand Voyages
Holland America Line today announced itineraries for its two 2028 Grand Voyages, thoughtfully designed journeys shaped by years of guest feedback and a shared appetite for discovery measured not in days, but in continents crossed and time well spent ashore. Travelers can choose between a sweeping 129-day circumnavigation of the globe aboard the 2028 Grand World Voyage or a 90-day deep dive into Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific on the Grand Australia & New Zealand Voyage. Holland America Line President Beth Bodensteiner shared the news today with guests aboard the 2026 Grand World Voyage.
MSC CRUISES TO BRING EXCLUSIVE MSC YACHT CLUB EXPERIENCE TRACKSIDE AT MIAMI GRAND PRIX
MSC Cruises is set to make waves at the 2026 FORMULA 1® CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX, unveiling an all-new MSC Yacht Club experience as the centerpiece of the Marina during race weekend.
Holland America Line unveils 2028 Grand Voyages
Holland America Line unveils 2028 Grand Voyages Holland America Line has announced the itineraries for its two 2028 Grand Voyages. Guests can choose between a 129-day circumnavigation of the globe on the Grand World Voyage or a 90-day Grand Australia & New Zealand Voyage.
Cruise.co.uk launches first-ever TV show
Cruise.co.uk will make its television debut from today (May 1, 2026), appearing in a 30-minute repeated programme across the Sky network. Hosted by Tony Andrews, cruise.co.uk managing director, and Holly Crabtree, cruise expert and content creator, the programme showcases a selection of cruise and stay packages, alongside offering travel tips and advice for first-time cruisers.
ROYAL CARIBBEAN GROUP CONFIRMS ORDER WITH MEYER TURKU FOR ICON 6 AND 7
Royal Caribbean Group, a global vacation leader redefining the future of vacations, has announced it has confirmed with Meyer Turku the order of a sixth and seventh Icon Class ship to be delivered in 2029 and 2030, respectively.
Princess Cruises Earns Prestigious 2026 International Five Star Diamond Award
Princess Cruises, a world leader in premium cruising, announced that two of its standout specialty dining venues, Makoto Ocean and The Butcher's Block by Dario, have been honored with the prestigious 2026 International Five Star Diamond Award, recognizing excellence in culinary innovation, quality and service.
Aurora Expeditions Delivers Record 2025/26 Antarctic Season
Aurora Expeditions has delivered its largest Antarctic season to date, operating 30 voyages, facilitating an estimated 819 landings, and welcoming a 30% increase in expeditioners, representing 56 nationalities. The 2025/26 programme was underpinned by the launch of the company's third expedition vessel, Douglas Mawson, in Sydney in November, ahead of its inaugural Antarctic season. This was the first time in its 35-year history, Aurora operated three ships simultaneously in Antarctica, expanding access and choice for expeditioners.