$135M Paradise Cove Redevelopment Signals New Era in Hawaii Tourism
A $135 million remake of Paradise Cove at Ko Olina highlights Hawaii’s shift from mass-market luaus toward culture-led, climate-conscious destination management.
Jolyon Hyne
Jolyon Hyne is a journalist covering travel, culture, and global trends. His writing focuses on the evolving character of cities, societies, and destinations worldwide.
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MS Noordam Sets 36-Day South Pacific Course for Seattle
Holland America Line’s MS Noordam will sail a 36-day South Pacific crossing from Sydney to Seattle in March 2026, linking Australia, Polynesia and the Pacific Northwest.
NCL Restores Drink Package Access at Great Stirrup Cay
Norwegian Cruise Line reverses course on controversial changes, again honoring onboard beverage packages at its Bahamian private island Great Stirrup Cay.
FAA Rolls Out Radar Rules to Separate Helicopters and Jets
The FAA introduces a nationwide radar-based separation standard between helicopters and airplanes at major U.S. airports, reshaping safety practices after recent collisions.
MSC Foundation and Perry Institute Team Up to Rebuild Caribbean Reefs
MSC Foundation’s Super Coral work at Ocean Cay and the Perry Institute’s regional expertise are combining to restore damaged Caribbean reefs and safeguard marine life.
Aeroflot Moscow–Baku Flight Makes Emergency Return to Sheremetyevo
An Aeroflot flight from Moscow to Baku diverted shortly after departure, circling back to Sheremetyevo for an emergency landing and triggering a runway inspection.
Jet AirWerks, Stratton Aviation Deepen Engine Teardown Reach
Jet AirWerks and Stratton Aviation are aligning engine teardown and asset management capabilities as demand grows for CFM56 and other narrowbody powerplant solutions.
Chessington Unveils PAW Patrol Land for Families in 2026
Chessington World of Adventures prepares to open World of PAW Patrol in spring 2026, a preschool-focused themed land inspired by Adventure Bay.
Noordam Repositioning Cruise Signals New West Coast Boom
Holland America’s Noordam is set to reposition to Seattle, underscoring a broader resurgence of West Coast cruising focused on Alaska, British Columbia and beyond.
Iran Strikes Energy and Tourism Targets as U.S. Forces Mass
A widening Iran conflict is driving coordinated attacks on energy hubs and threats to global tourism sites, as U.S. forces shift toward a potential showdown.
Paradise Cove Luau Closes After 47 Years, Signaling Shift in Oahu Tourism
The shutdown of Oahu’s longtime Paradise Cove Luau caps an era of large resort luaus and highlights how Hawaii is rethinking culture, land use, and visitor demand.
Carnival Panorama Tweaks 2026 Mexican Riviera Sailings
Carnival Panorama’s 2026 Mexican Riviera program keeps Long Beach departures but makes timing and port‑call adjustments that could reshape how guests plan ashore.