U.S. Appeals Court Halts Hawaii Cruise Tax Ahead of Planned Launch
A U.S. appeals court has temporarily blocked Hawaii’s new cruise tax just hours before it was due to take effect, pausing a controversial measure challenged by…
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Luxury Cruise Ships Take Center Stage as 2026 Ushers in a New Era at Sea
From ultra-luxury yacht debuts to record-breaking megaships, 2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for the cruise industry’s next generation of vessels.
OYO Parent Prism Files Confidential IPO in India, Targets $7–8 Billion Valuation
Prism, the parent company of OYO Hotels, has filed confidential IPO papers in India, aiming for a valuation of up to $8 billion after years of…
Saudi Arabia and Qatar Plan High-Speed Rail Link to Transform Gulf Travel
Saudi Arabia and Qatar are planning a landmark high-speed rail connection between Riyadh and Doha, aiming to boost tourism, strengthen regional ties, and cut travel emissions.
LEGO Harry Potter Land to Open at LEGOLAND Deutschland, Marking a Major Expansion in Europe
LEGOLAND Deutschland will debut the world’s first LEGO Harry Potter Land, bringing iconic wizarding locations, themed rides, and immersive experiences to Europe.
Rome Introduces €2 Access Fee for Trevi Fountain to Tackle Overtourism
Rome will begin charging tourists a small fee to access the Trevi Fountain’s inner viewing area in 2026, aiming to reduce crowding and protect one of…
Romania Plans Europe’s First €1 Billion Dracula-Themed Park Near Bucharest
Romania is moving forward with plans for Dracula Land, a €1 billion theme park near Bucharest that blends folklore, entertainment, and tourism on an unprecedented scale.
Hyatt Regency Nha Trang Opens as a Landmark Beachfront Hotel on Vietnam’s South-Central Coast
Hyatt strengthens its presence in Vietnam with the opening of Hyatt Regency Nha Trang, a 434-room beachfront hotel inspired by local fishing heritage and coastal living.
Andaz One Bangkok Opens as Hyatt’s Lifestyle Flagship in the Thai Capital
Hyatt debuts Andaz One Bangkok within the ambitious One Bangkok district, blending design-led hospitality, park views, and a distinctly urban lifestyle concept.
Marriott Brings EDITION Brand to Africa With Cape Town Debut Planned for 2026
Marriott International will open its first EDITION-branded hotel in Africa in 2026, introducing the luxury lifestyle concept to Cape Town’s iconic V&A Waterfront.
OYO Parent Prism Moves Closer to IPO With Approval for $742 Million Share Issue
Prism, the parent company of OYO Hotels, has secured shareholder approval to raise $742 million through a fresh equity issue, reviving long-delayed IPO plans.
Brazil Breaks Tourism Records with Nine Million International Visitors in 2025
Brazil welcomed a record nine million international visitors in 2025, surpassing national targets and previous highs as tourism spending and arrivals surged across key regions.