Costa and AIDA Cancel Middle East Cruises for Winter 2026-27
By Thomas Grant
Costa Cruises and AIDA Cruises have cancelled Middle East cruise programs for the 2026–27 winter season, redeploying ships to Europe and Atlantic destinations instead.
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Kensington Launches Ultraluxe Division for High-End Custom Travel Experiences
By Thomas Grant
Luxury tour operator Kensington has introduced Kensington Ultraluxe, a new division offering highly personalized travel experiences across private jets, yachts, villas and exclusive guided journeys.
Naples Beach Club Four Seasons Signals New Luxury Era on Florida’s Gulf Coast
The Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort, has opened on Florida’s Gulf Coast, bringing a new level of luxury hospitality and beachfront living to the city of Naples.
Middle East Crisis Reshapes UK Travel as Tourists Shift From Turkey and Egypt to Europe
UK travelers are canceling trips to Turkey, Egypt and Cyprus amid the Middle East conflict, redirecting demand toward European destinations and Mediterranean resorts.
Copenhagen, Berlin and Barcelona Named Europe’s Easiest City Breaks for Families
A new Family Breaks Index by travel booking platform LateRooms ranks the easiest European cities for traveling with babies, toddlers and young children.
Middle East Crisis: Dubai International Airport Suspends Flights After Drone Incident
Dubai International Airport temporarily suspended all flights after a drone-related incident caused a fire near airport fuel facilities, disrupting travel across the region.
Middle East Tourism Losing $600 Million a Day as Iran Conflict Disrupts Travel
Tourism across the Middle East is losing an estimated $600 million per day in international visitor spending as the Iran conflict disrupts travel and aviation across the region.
Plaza Premium First to Debut in the U.S. With New Lounge at Dallas Fort Worth Airport
Plaza Premium Group has opened the first Plaza Premium First lounge in the United States at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, introducing a new tier of airport hospitality.
Margaritaville at Sea to Launch Bridge Wing Suites on Beachcomber
By Thomas Grant
Margaritaville at Sea will introduce two ultra-exclusive Bridge Wing Suites aboard its upcoming cruise ship Beachcomber, offering views typically reserved for the captain.
British Tourist Charged in Dubai Over Missile Strike Videos
A British tourist is among more than 20 people charged in Dubai under cybercrime laws after allegedly filming and sharing videos of Iranian missile strikes.