HX Expeditions Details 2026 Fleet and Digital Upgrades
HX Expeditions outlines a wave of 2026 fleet enhancements, new digital tools and targeted Arctic offers aimed at simplifying and personalising expedition travel.
Vanessa Buasini
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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Taiwan Unveils Luxury Penghu Cruise Ferry Linking Tainan and Magong
A new luxury Penghu ferry route now connects Tainan’s Anping Port with Penghu’s Magong, offering three‑day island‑hopping itineraries aimed at boosting offshore tourism.
Seattle Tourism Surges on Alaska Cruises and Outdoor Appeal
Seattle is posting robust tourism gains as record Alaska cruise traffic, strong outdoor recreation demand and rising hotel performance draw more visitors to the city.
Cape Town Cruise Boom Aligns With New Luxury Voyage Collections
Cape Town’s award-winning cruise terminal is anchoring record passenger growth as global luxury lines unveil new voyage collections linking the city to long-haul routes.
Aroya Cruises Boosts Istanbul Tourism With Winter Trio Routes
Saudi-backed Aroya Cruises is turning Istanbul into a year-round cruise gateway with new winter sailings linking Turkey, Greece and Egypt across the Eastern Mediterranean.
Riviera Travel Unveils Cultural ‘Riviera Moment’ for 2028 Cruises
Riviera Travel has opened bookings for 2028 European river cruises, adding a new layer of immersive cultural experiences branded as the Riviera Moment.
India Launches E-Group Visit Visa as Cruise Tourism Surges
India has expanded its e-visa regime with a new e-Group Visit Visa, aiming to simplify entry for cruise and charter visitors as seaborne tourism accelerates.
VIVA Cruises Adds 12 Late-Summer European River Voyages
VIVA Cruises is widening its late-summer river program with 12 additional European itineraries, targeting flexible travelers seeking warm-weather sailings beyond peak season.
Le Boat Extends Major Savings on Europe and Canada Trips Through 2028
Le Boat launches its biggest savings event yet, giving travelers up to 30% off self-drive boating holidays in Europe and Canada on departures through 2028.
TUI stock outlook brightens as Europe’s travel boom endures
Germany’s TUI is riding resilient European holiday demand, record revenues and higher margins, underpinning a stronger stock outlook despite lingering macro risks.
Outer Reef Debuts 540 Adventure Sport Yacht for Big-Water Thrills
Outer Reef’s new 540 Adventure Sport Yacht adds quad-outboard punch and open-deck versatility to its long-range Adventure Series for luxury coastal and offshore escapes.
371-Day Luxury Cruise Boom Reshapes Global Travel Routes
A record 371-day world cruise highlights how ultra-long voyages are reshaping global travel demand, lifting ports in the United States, Greece and beyond.
Australia Advisors Rally Behind Alaska as Princess Wraps Roadshow
Princess Cruises has completed a national Alaska trade roadshow across Australia, with travel advisors signaling strong demand and fresh opportunities in the resurgent Alaska cruise market.
Royal Caribbean Scraps Serenade Alaska Cruise After Onboard Delay
Royal Caribbean has canceled Serenade of the Seas’ August 30 Alaska sailing from Vancouver after days of technical delays that left guests waiting onboard.
Margaritaville at Sea Boosts Casino Club Perks for 2026
Margaritaville at Sea is expanding its Casino Players Club from October 2026, adding richer perks, new stateroom benefits, and refreshed tier rules for frequent gamblers.