Airlines Slash Flights As Hormuz Fuel Shock Hits Global Travel
Jet fuel prices have more than doubled after the Strait of Hormuz crisis, forcing major airlines across Europe, Asia and the US to cut flights and raise fares.
Vanessa Jackson
Based in Southampton, one of Europe’s busiest cruise hubs, Vanessa follows cruise line announcements and maritime travel trends. Her reporting helps readers stay informed about the ships, ports, and operational changes shaping the cruise world.
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Inside Australia’s Expanded Macquarie Island Marine Park
Australia’s vast Macquarie Island Marine Park has almost tripled in size, creating a model for low-impact, high-value travel in one of the world’s wildest places.
How Pacific Islands Are Rewriting the Tourism Playbook
Across the Pacific, island nations are using climate risk as a catalyst to reinvent tourism, prioritising resilience, community benefits and low-impact travel models.
Silversea Adds New Loyalty Levels and Perks for 2026
Silversea is overhauling its Venetian Society loyalty program from July 2026, adding new milestones, richer benefits and more ways for members to earn rewards.
SPTO Industry Day 2026 Sets Pacific Tourism Path to 2030
Pacific Tourism Organisation’s Industry Day 2026 in Nadi positions the region’s operators, lenders and partners around a shared blueprint for resilient, low-carbon growth.
Little Andaman Pro 2026 Heats Up With SUP Wins, High Scores
Day two of the Little Andaman Pro 2026 delivered national SUP titles, big heat totals and growing momentum for India’s new showcase surf destination.
Greenock Cruise Port Opens 2026 Season After Major Upgrade
Greenock Cruise Port launches its 2026 cruise season with new infrastructure, higher capacity and upgraded services, strengthening Scotland’s position in the European cruise market.
MSC Cruises Swaps Tracy Arm for Endicott Arm in 2026 Alaska Season
MSC Cruises has removed scenic cruising in Tracy Arm Fjord from its 2026 Alaska itineraries, rerouting guests to nearby Endicott Arm amid ongoing geological concerns.
New US Birth Tourism Crackdown Raises Visa Application Risks
A renewed focus on so‑called birth tourism is reshaping B‑1/B‑2 visa scrutiny. Here is how the rules work now and what travelers should prepare for.
Switzerland Plans Mega Chocolate Tourism Park In Broc
Switzerland has unveiled plans for a vast chocolate tourism mega park in Broc, aiming to fuse heritage, storytelling, and immersive attractions to grow year-round travel.
Albania’s Rise: The New Southern Europe Escape
Albania is emerging as Southern Europe’s standout bargain, pairing quiet Ionian beaches and age-old traditions with a fast-growing, still-affordable luxury scene.
Quiet Greek Islands With Uncrowded, Scenic Beaches
From the Small Cyclades to the Dodecanese, several Greek islands still offer calm shores, clear water and low-key villages far from the country’s busiest resorts.