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Raja Ampat the Focus of Swan Hellenic’s 2026–27 Line-Up

Swan Hellenic's boasts a new series of SCUBA-focused expeditions across four East Asia itineraries for 2026 and 2027.

Uniworld Marks 50 Years with Exclusive 2026 President’s Cruise

Uniworld will mark its 50th anniversary with a special Golden Anniversary President’s Cruise, hosted by President and CEO Ellen Bettridge.

Atlas Ocean Voyages Announces New Expedition Yacht

Altas Ocean Voyages has announced that it is currently building Atlas Adventurer, its first-ever luxury expedition sailing yacht.

Solo Travel Gets a Boost with Tauck’s 2026 Price Reductions

Solo travelers will have expanded access to Tauck's global portfolio of land and river journeys, with hundreds of departures throughout 2026.

Pack Your Garlic—Dracula Land Is Opening Soon

Romania is embracing its vampire legacy with Dracula Land, a theme park near Bucharest featuring six lands and 40+ rides, opening 2027–2028.

Iberostar Reports Nearly $6B in 2025 Revenue, Details 2028 Expansion Strategy

Iberostar reported nearly $6B in 2025 revenue with a 2028 investment plan focused on global expansion, upgrades and value creation.

Sphere Rolls Into National Harbor, Maryland

This would be the second Sphere in the United States, following Las Vegas, and the first to be designed on a smaller scale.

This California Hotel Offers Luxury with a Wink

Here’s a California hotel pick you’ll want to dangle in front of your clients who are looking for more than just a bed to sleep on.

London Calling: Hotel Openings You Need to Tell Your Clients About

London’s luxury hotel scene is set for a major refresh in 2026, with new hotels opening across the city’s most interesting neighborhoods.

Sky-High Style: Caesars Palace Debuts Octavius Sky Villas

Two new Colosseum Presidential Villas and 29 Octavius Sky Villas are the latest stage in the Caesar's multimillion-dollar transformation.

Amsterdam: A City Best Savored with Intention

Amsterdam offers the flexibility to move beyond the expected and into moments that feel meaningful, memorable and entirely their own.

Holland America Line’s Westerdam Returns to Service After Singapore Dry Dock

Holland America Line’s Westerdam has returned to service after a two‑week Singapore dry dock, unveiling updated spaces and staterooms.

Oceania Allura: Where Cuisine Truly Leads the Experience

I boarded Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Oceania Allura, with a healthy appetite—and more than a little curiosity.

Celestyal Doubles Down on Advisor Success

Celestyal is making it clear that travel advisors are central to its next chapter, with new training initiatives and a focus on partnership.

PONANT Grows Presence in French Polynesia With New Routes

PONANT's new itineraries are intended to provide deeper geographic coverage across the Pacific, serving remote, hard-to-reach destinations.

Windstar Debuts Its Newest Yacht—Star Seeker

PortMiami was aglow yesterday evening during the christening celebration of Windstar's first newbuild for its Star class—the Star Seeker.

[UPDATE] Riviera Travel Launches Wave Season With Discounts and Advisor Incentives

Riviera Travel is kicking off wave season, unveiling a mix of limited-time traveler deals and advisor booking incentives.

Cruise Highlights: Emerald Kaia, Carnival Radiance & Holland America Shore Excursions

From Emerald Kaia's debut to West Coast sailings on Carnival and Holland America's immersive shore excursions, your clients have exciting new cruise options for 2026.

Your Weekly Travel Brief: Top Stories at a Glance

From Hawaii’s visitor tax changes and Venezuela travel concerns to an exclusive with Azamara Cruises President Dondra Ritzenthaler on what she calls “a new era” for the brand, these are the travel industry shifts advisors can’t ignore.

Sandals Saint Vincent Adds Rondoval Villas in 2026

Sandals Saint Vincent, located in Buccament Bay on St. Vincent’s southwest coast, has opened reservations for these 20 circular villas.

Azamara’s Dondra Ritzenthaler on the Brand’s Ambitious Upgrade

Ritzenthaler talks to Recommend about the cruise line’s Azamara Forward initiative, the largest renovation investment in its history.

Virgin Voyages Celebrates Its Top 100 First Mates

Virgin Voyages’ fourth annual First Mates Soirée spotlighted the crucial role advisors continue to play in driving cruise sales, reaffirming the line’s strong commitment to its First Mates community.

Silver Muse Refurbished with New Dining and Suites

Silversea has completed a full-scale refurbishment of Silver Muse, marking its first major dry dock since the ship entered service in 2017.

Audley Travel Brings Tailormade Expertise to Ensemble

The Ensemble partnership creates opportunities for members to gain insight into Audley’s custom travel model.