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.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is preparing a major animation-focused refresh, with new interactive spaces, character encounters and storytelling experiences debuting from late summer 2026.
Fresh branding ideas, commission confidence and practical tech hacks dominated the hallway chatter at ASTA’s Northeast Summit leadership gathering.
Developers in Montego Bay have detailed plans for a 240-room branded luxury hotel within The Pinnacle, a US$450 million mixed-use resort on the Reading Peninsula.
A cruise passenger has died on an open deck during a Mediterranean sailing, prompting questions about onboard medical response and safety practices at sea.
A key lane on Dawson Street has been shut for emergency repair, disrupting traffic and public transport while crews race to stabilize and reopen the route.
A frequent cruiser named Matt is joining a growing group of travelers who are abandoning cruise line shore excursions in favor of independent options.
A Carnival cruise ship has dropped a scheduled port call following a technical issue and local regulatory limits, prompting itinerary changes and guest compensation.
Oceania Cruises is expanding its small-ship Caribbean program with new itineraries, boutique ports and an adults-only policy aimed at experience-driven travelers.
Rocco Forte Hotels has completed major redesigns of Hotel Savoy in Florence and Hotel de Russie in Rome, tying fresh interiors closely to each city’s character.
Elounda Bay Palace on Crete has expanded its waterfront accommodation with new sea-view bungalow suites and villas, targeting high-end travelers ahead of the 2026 summer season.
CLIA’s Cruise360 conferences are sharpening training, certification and networking to equip travel advisors as future-ready cruise specialists in a rapidly expanding global market.
Globus is expanding its Small Group Discovery portfolio in Asia and Africa, adding new 2027 itineraries and variations tailored to immersive, low-capacity travel.
Major cruise brands are tightening rules and experimenting with tech and staff patrols to curb poolside chair hogging and ease congestion on busy sea days.
Turks and Caicos officials and tourism leaders defend Grand Turk’s safety record after the United States refreshes its travel advisory for the cruise favorite.
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has revealed new 2027–28 premiere routes, including Great Lakes explorations, fresh Antarctic expeditions and extended luxury sailings on seven continents.
