From a first look at Royal Caribbean’s newest Icon Class ship to major milestones for Dream Vacations and CruiseOne, there’s plenty happening across the travel industry. This week’s roundup also explores declining international visitor spending in the U.S. and highlights Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals
Recommend recently sailed aboard Royal Caribbean‘s newest Icon Class ship, Legend of the Seas, and got a firsthand look at its family-friendly attractions, new entertainment, immersive dining experiences and accommodations as it makes its Port Everglades debut. READ MORE
MSC Cruises celebrated Veterans Day aboard MSC Meraviglia at PortMiami, recognizing team leaders and community members who served in the U.S. Armed Forces while marking a record four-ship presence at its Miami cruise terminal. READ MORE
Dream Vacations and CruiseOne are on track to reach $1 billion in combined annual land and cruise sales in 2026. The milestone comes as the World Travel Holdings franchise network celebrates Dream Vacations’ 10th anniversary. READ MORE
Despite record domestic travel, the U.S. is facing a decline in international tourism, with overseas visitor spending projected to drop 6.3 percent in 2026, representing an estimated $11 billion loss compared with 2025. READ MORE
Tour operators are opening Black Friday and Cyber Monday offers for 2027 travel, with booking windows starting in November and running into December, and discounts ranging from percentage savings to buy-one-get-one deals. READ MORE
