Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has revealed its most extensive deployment yet for the Northern Hemisphere spring/summer 2027 season, opening up nearly 500 voyages across 20 ships. The schedule, which runs from April to October 2027, spans 59 countries and over 150 ports, with embarkations from nearly 30 global cities, including Rome, Southampton, Istanbul, and Reykjavik. … Read more
Viking Cruises is entering the river cruise market with the Viking Brahmaputra, scheduled to operate on National Waterway-2. The river cruise sector has already seen significant growth, with voyages increasing by 19. The Union government has planned 51 new cruise circuits across 14 states and three Union Territories by 2027 under the Cruise Bharat Mission, … Read more
Tourism Fiji has released a short tribute film starring Wilson, the volleyball famously featured in the 2000 film Cast Away, marking his fictional return to the limelight 25 years later. Titled Wilson’s Happily Ever After, the 90-second spot follows his arrival on a Fijian beach, where he is found by a young girl, Lani. The … Read more
Luxury travel in Asia Pacific is moving from opulence to intention. Marriott International’s Luxury Group has released a new report titled The Intentional Traveller, detailing how high-net-worth individuals are increasingly seeking meaningful journeys that prioritise personal wellbeing, emotional depth, and sustainability. The study, conducted across seven key markets—Australia, Singapore, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Japan, and … Read more
Kairali Ayurvedic Group, known for its focus on traditional Kerala Ayurveda therapies, has inaugurated its first wellness centre in Jaipur, Rajasthan. With this launch, the brand now operates 11 centres across India and 17 globally. The new facility is situated in Vaishali Nagar, a prominent and affluent locality in southwestern Jaipur, and features four fully … Read more
Mexico has introduced a new tourist tax for cruise passengers, starting at $5 and rising to $21 by 2027. This move has sparked conflict with cruise lines, who argue they already contribute significantly through port fees and passenger spending. Local business owners fear the tax will deter tourists, while the Mexican government aims to boost … Read more
