Lisa Vanderpump Opens Her First Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip
The Vanderpump Hotel has opened on the Las Vegas Strip, transforming the former Cromwell into a 188-room boutique property under Caesars Entertainment.
Entertainment
TravelCapybara’s Entertainment section keeps you plugged into the latest in travel culture, celebrity escapes, media, and destination-themed experiences. From film festivals and theme park openings to TV shows set in exotic locales and music-inspired getaways, we explore how entertainment and travel intersect. Whether it’s travel stories from the stars or must-visit spots from your favorite series, our coverage brings you the fun side of the industry.
Shakira and Burna Boy Open World Cup as Mexico City Takes Global Stage
The FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony turned Mexico City into a global travel and culture showcase, led by Shakira, Burna Boy and Latin American artists.
Disney Reveals New Details for Monsters, Inc. Land at Hollywood Studios
Disney has shared new story details for its upcoming Monsters, Inc. land at Hollywood Studios, where guests will enter Monstropolis for the first time.
June Events Across the United States Give Travelers a Full Early Summer Calendar
By
Victoria Hayes
• 6 mins read
From music festivals and Juneteenth celebrations to rodeos, baseball, and regional heritage events, June gives U.S. travelers a wide range of reasons to plan short summer trips. The calendar shows how local culture remains a strong driver of domestic travel.
Uber Launches Drift Experience for Travelers in Tokyo
By
Victoria Hayes
• 3 mins read
Uber is launching Uber Drift in Tokyo, a limited travel experience that lets visitors ride shotgun with professional drivers at Japan’s Mobara Twin Circuit.
Caesars Agrees to $17.6 Billion Takeover by Fertitta Entertainment
By
Andrew Collins
• 3 mins read
Caesars Entertainment has agreed to be acquired by Fertitta Entertainment in a deal valued at $17.6 billion, including assumed debt.
Emily in Paris Begins Final Season Filming in Greece
By
Victoria Hayes
• 3 mins read
Netflix has begun production on the sixth and final season of Emily in Paris, with filming starting in Greece before moving to Monaco and Paris.
Disney World Reopens Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster With The Muppets Taking Center Stage
By
Victoria Hayes
• 4 mins read
Disney World’s Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster returns May 26 with a new Muppets storyline, Electric Mayhem soundtrack and refreshed Hollywood Studios experience.
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Named World’s Best Theme Park in Global Industry First for Middle East
By
Victoria Hayes
• 3 mins read
Warner Bros. World Yas Island has been named the world’s best theme park, becoming the first attraction in the Middle East to win the Liseberg Applause Award.
The White Lotus Season 4 Heads to France as Cannes and Saint-Tropez Prepare for Set-Jetting Demand
By
Eleanor Price
• 4 mins read
HBO has confirmed that The White Lotus Season 4 will film in France, with major hotel settings in Cannes and Saint-Tropez and additional scenes in Paris.
Disney Experiences Names New Presidents for Three Brands
By
Eleanor Price
• 2 mins read
By
Eleanor Price
• 2 mins read
Disney Experiences has named new presidents for Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Signature Experiences, and Disneyland Paris. The changes come as the company pushes through a broad expansion phase across its global travel and resort portfolio.
Vilnius Turns Pink as Lithuania’s Pink Soup Train Links Rail Travel and Food Tourism
By
Victoria Hayes
• 4 mins read
Lithuania’s Pink Soup Train is returning between Mockava and Vilnius, giving travelers from Poland a themed rail journey tied to the Vilnius Pink Soup Fest.
Disney Cruise Line Expands Summer Entertainment With Frozen, Broadway and Pirate-Themed Experiences
By
Thomas Grant
• 4 mins read
Disney Cruise Line is adding new and refreshed entertainment across its fleet this summer, including Frozen-themed Alaska programming, Broadway performers and updated deck parties.
Sphere Abu Dhabi to Bring a $1.7 Billion Immersive Entertainment Landmark to Yas Island
By
Thomas Grant
• 4 mins read
Sphere Abu Dhabi will become the first Sphere venue outside the United States, adding a $1.7 billion immersive entertainment landmark to Yas Island.
World Cup Travel Costs Raise New Questions About Who Benefits From Mega-Event Tourism
By
Andrew Collins
• 4 mins read
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to bring major tourism demand to North America, but soaring ticket and transit costs are raising questions about access, public spending and who benefits most.