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Global Cruise Industry Heads Towards 40 Million Passengers

Date: 2026-10-29 09:54:53

The global cruise industry is forecast to reach 38.3 million passengers in 2026 and surpass 40 million in 2027, according to Cruise Lines International Association, following a record 37.2...

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Villa Vie Residences Cruise Ship Runs Out of Fuel in Cambodia

Date: 2026-10-29 09:49:29

Florida-based Villa Vie Residences has suspended operations of its residential cruise ship, The Odyssey, in Cambodia, forcing more than 200 passengers to disembark after soaring fuel costs...

Cruise

Royal Caribbean Raises Outlook as Sandals Deal Broadens Its Reach

Date: 2026-10-27 09:14:09

Royal Caribbean Group raised its earnings forecast this week as strong demand for Caribbean and European vacations fuels higher bookings and fuller ships.

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Edie Rodriguez, CEO and Member of the Board of Directors, Transcend Cruises

Edie Rodriguez Named CEO of Transcend Cruises

Date: 2026-10-23 09:47:23

Transcend Cruises has appointed cruise industry veteran Edie Rodriguez as CEO and Member of the Board of Directors, with outgoing CEO Gregg Marston remaining on the board. Rodriguez will...

Cruise People River Cruise

MSC Cruises Reveals Two-Storey Family Villa with Private Cinema

Date: 2026-10-22 09:52:24

A private cinema, multiple levels and room for the whole family. MSC Cruises is raising the bar for family accommodations with a new two-storey villa designed for travellers who want plenty...

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Porter Airlines

Transat Adds Porter Flights to its Aruba and Costa Rica Vacation Packages

United Airlines

United and Chef's Table Create New Menu for Polaris Business Class

Canada's Clock Split Will Make Flight Times Look Different This Winter

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Watchdog Says Air Canada-United Expansion Creates “Near-Monopoly” on Several Routes

Los Cabos Gets Five New Routes From Canada

Visit St. Kitts

St. Kitts Launches "Choose Your Moment" Wellness Campaign

Giglio, Anthony, Credit Marc Fiorito for Gamma Nine

Atlas Ocean Voyages

Atlas Ocean Voyages Adds Culinary Talent to 2027 Epicurean Expeditions

Switzerland Week Returns as Railbookers Offers Savings, Trip Giveaway, and Special Agent Booking Incentive

Next Stop: Railbookers' New Travel Advisor FAM Trips

Viking Takes Delivery of Viking Haki

Five Bedroom Villa with Slide, Wymara Villas + Beach Club, Turks and Caicos

Wymara Resort + Villas

Canadian-Owned Wymara Joins Preferred Hotels & Resort

Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa

Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa

Dreams Tulum Relaunches with Exclusive Guest Offers

Explora Journeys

Explora Journeys

Explora Journeys Black Friday Deal Offers Up to 40% Off

Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Launches Pre-Black Friday Offer for Advisors

Delta Expands Baggage Transfer, TSA PreCheck and Uber Drop-off

redtag.ca Turns Travel Bookings Into Toys for SickKids

Palm Beach, Aruba

Porter Airlines

Transat Adds Porter Flights to its Aruba and Costa Rica Vacation Packages

United Airlines

United and Chef's Table Create New Menu for Polaris Business Class

Canada's Clock Split Will Make Flight Times Look Different This Winter

United Airlines A321XLR

Watchdog Says Air Canada-United Expansion Creates “Near-Monopoly” on Several Routes

Los Cabos Gets Five New Routes From Canada

Visit St. Kitts

St. Kitts Launches "Choose Your Moment" Wellness Campaign

Giglio, Anthony, Credit Marc Fiorito for Gamma Nine

Atlas Ocean Voyages

Atlas Ocean Voyages Adds Culinary Talent to 2027 Epicurean Expeditions

Switzerland Week Returns as Railbookers Offers Savings, Trip Giveaway, and Special Agent Booking Incentive

Next Stop: Railbookers' New Travel Advisor FAM Trips

Viking Takes Delivery of Viking Haki

Five Bedroom Villa with Slide, Wymara Villas + Beach Club, Turks and Caicos

Wymara Resort + Villas

Canadian-Owned Wymara Joins Preferred Hotels & Resort

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Explora Journeys Names Lara Koslow North America President

Date: 2026-10-22 09:49:42

Explora Journeys has appointed Lara Koslow as President, North America as Chris Austin takes on the newly created role as President, Luxury Travel Partnerships. Koslow will take up the...

Cruise Ocean Cruise People

Carnival Introduces Dynamic Pricing for Drinks and Wi-Fi Packages

Date: 2026-10-21 09:41:21

Carnival Cruise Line is moving to dynamic pricing for beverage packages and Wi-Fi plans from 01DEC, with prices varying by sailing length, itinerary and season.

Cruise Ocean Cruise

Canadian Ealeen Wong of Expedia Cruises in escorted to the naming ceremony for Viking Rota on Amsterdamn on Oct, 15. She was named godmother of the new river cruise. (Pat Lee)

Expedia Canada’s Ealeen Wong Godparent to One of Viking’s New River Ships

Date: 2026-10-20 09:42:41

Viking has welcomed seven new river cruise ships into the fleet, appointing leaders in the travel industry as godparents of the new vessels, including Canadian Ealeen Wong of Expedia...

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Seven Travel Advisors Named Godparents for New Viking River Ships

Date: 2026-10-16 11:00:18

Viking has named seven new river ships in a multi-country ceremony connecting locations across Europe and Egypt, with seven travel advisors and industry leaders serving as godparents. The...

Cruise River Cruise

Europe River Cruise Lines in "Crisis Mode" as Low Water Forces Cancellations

Date: 2026-10-15 09:54:04

Europe’s river cruise operators say they’re in “crisis mode” as exceptionally low water levels force cancellations and major itinerary changes on the Rhine and Danube.

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Windstar Bets on "Fun-Loving, Unpretentious" Cruise Experiences

Date: 2026-10-14 10:08:40

Windstar is banking on its small fleet and unpretentious cruise experiences to continue attracting travellers who aren't usually cruisers. President Christopher Prelog, CCO Janet Bava and...

Cruise

Six Unique Destinations. Which is Calling You, Canadians?

Date: 2026-10-09 07:25:29

Canadians eager to escape the coming winter slump should set their sights on paradise. The Paradise Collection™ by Carnival® brings together several choices scattered across the...

Cruise Ocean Cruise

Carnival Provides Fleet Update as Tropical Storm Isaias Moves Into Gulf Coast

Date: 2026-10-08 09:30:18

Carnival says it is monitoring three storms, including Hurricane Isaias, which may affect several of its homeports and ships currently sailing in the next few days. Galveston, New Orleans,...

Cruise

Scenic Group Appoints Adam Armstrong as CCO

Date: 2026-10-07 09:49:50

Scenic Group has appointed cruise and touring industry veteran Adam Armstrong as chief commercial officer, effective 01NOV. Based in Switzerland, Armstrong will oversee global commercial...

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Carnival Corp’s Record Bookings Suggest Cruising Less Fuel Sensitive

Date: 2026-10-05 08:49:41

Air travel may be cooling, but Carnival Corp. says cruise bookings are at record levels, despite rising fuel prices and inflation concerns. The company said it has raised its annual profit...

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Etihad’s Calgary Flights Are Full Through Year-End

Etihad’s Calgary Flights Are Full Through Year-End. Here’s What’s Driving Demand

#EtihadAirways has barely touched down in #Calgary, but its new non-stop service to Abu Dhabi is already off to a flying start.

The inaugural flight from #AbuDhabi arrived in Calgary on 25OCT with every seat sold. The first outbound flight on 27OCT, was also sold out. And according to airline representatives, flights on the four-times-weekly route are fully booked through the end of the year.

@travelswbaggage @etihad

🇲🇽 On location in Guadalajara! Open Jaw’s Karen D

🇲🇽 On location in Guadalajara!

Open Jaw’s Karen Dahdah arrived on Air Canada’s inaugural YYZ–GDL flight on 26OCT to join a FAM trip co-hosted by Air Canada and the Jalisco State Ministry of Tourism. An incredible itinerary awaits, showcasing the region’s rich culture, history, cuisine and unique experiences.

A morning immersed in the history, architecture and flavours of Jalisco. From exploring Guadalajara’s historic downtown and its iconic landmarks to discovering the incredible murals at Cabañas Museum, the city is already making an impression.

We wrapped up the morning with a taste of local tradition at Kamilos 333, sampling carne en su jugo — a beloved Guadalajara speciality. Next up? Rolling up our sleeves to make pan de muerto ahead of Día de Muertos! 🍞

Stay with us for more from Jalisco.

@aircanada @visitjaliscomexico

#OnLocation #FamTrip #VisitJalisco #Guadalajara #TravelAdvisors

Flying Aboard Air Canada’s XLR321 En Route from Ne

Flying Aboard Air Canada’s XLR321 En Route from New #Tenerife Sun Spot

“This is a new plane — don’t make a mess,” the dad in 37D warned his toddler just before AC955 took off on its inaugural flight between the #CanaryIslands and Toronto on 26OCT bound for YYZ. “No,” she defiantly replied as the rest of us enjoyed the rare pristine environment.
@aircanada @visitgrancanaria #LanzaroteAUniqueIsland
#GranCanaria #somuchtolivefor

🛩️🎉Porter Airlines Celebrates 20 Years! Open Jaw’

🛩️🎉Porter Airlines Celebrates 20 Years!

Open Jaw’s Nina Slawek joined Porter Airlines executives, travel industry leaders, media and supplier partners tonight at Toronto’s Radisson Blu to celebrate two decades in the skies.

The milestone called for a signature Porter-blue drink, anniversary cupcakes and plenty of opportunities to reconnect with industry colleagues and toast the airline’s journey over the past 20 years. 🥂🧁

Here’s to celebrating the journey so far—and what’s ahead! ✈️

@porterairlines #PorterAirlines #Aviation #TravelTrade #20thAnniversary

🇵🇹 The race may be over, but the connections conti

🇵🇹 The race may be over, but the connections continue!

Following the 20th anniversary Air Canada–United Airlines Race, several travel advisors extended their Portugal experience with post FAM tours exploring the country through Wine, UNESCO heritage, Gastronomy, or Active & Nature.

The groups reunited last night for one final dinner, sharing stories, memories and new connections forged along the way.

As Edna Ray, Senior Manager, Regional Sales – Global Sales at Air Canada put it, “The partnerships and relationships that have been created here, that’s what it’s all about.”

And that’s what makes these industry experiences about so much more than the destination. Until next time, Portugal! 🇵🇹🥂

#aircanadaunitedairlines2026race #AirCanada #UnitedAirlines #TravelAdvisors #PortugalFAM

Freddie Marsh Resigns from Hyatt to “Enjoy the Per

Freddie Marsh Resigns from Hyatt to “Enjoy the Perfect Escape”

Well known travel personality Freddie Marsh, has posted on social media that “After years of promoting the perfect escape, I’ve decided it’s time to enjoy one of my own.”

Marsh held the role of BDM Western Canada at #HyattInclusiveCollection Americas since April of this year. Prior to the integration with Hyatt, he was with Playa Resorts for 12 years
@mrfreddiemarsh
#Resignation #travelindustry #BDM #Hyatt

ACED IT! 🏆 Air Canada–United Airlines Race Through

ACED IT! 🏆 Air Canada–United Airlines Race Through Portugal: ‘We Are All Winners!’

The Air Canada–United Airlines Race brought 30 travel advisors together to Porto for the yearly competition. “I’ve said from day one, we have all already won because we were invited to be here,” said Kim Hartlen of Trevello.

Kofo Owolabi of Nexion Canada celebrates her team’s win.

The winners: Team 3, made up of Nancy Philbin of Gant Travel Management, Edith Rushton of Expedia Cruises, Amina Akkari Chouikha of Groupe Voyages VP, Kofo Owolabi of Nexion Canada, and Garry Brown of Maritz, with journalist Ilona Kauremszky.

🍷 A memorable finale in Porto! 🇵🇹 Tonight’s gala

🍷 A memorable finale in Porto! 🇵🇹

Tonight’s gala and awards ceremony for the 2026 Air Canada–United Airlines Race took place at the historic Cálem Port Wine Cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. Founded in 1859, this iconic riverside venue offered a taste of Portugal’s rich wine heritage followed by an evening of celebration, awards and well-deserved recognition.

A fitting setting to toast the 20th anniversary of the race! 🏆🥂 Open Jaw will publish the winning team tomorrow so stay tuned!

@aircanada @united @visitportugal @visitportoandnorth
#aircanadaunitedairlines2026race #PortoPortugal #awardsnight #celebration #20thAnniversary

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Showers – Freshen up with a power shower pre flight.
Places to work – Quiet areas, power ports and fast WiFi make pre-flight working a breeze
QR Ordering and Table Service – In the Clubhouse, you’ll be able to choose if you’d prefer waiter service or use our online ordering system. Order fresh food from our à la carte menu or something light and tasty from our Deli.
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The Clubhouse Retreat – Sit back, rejuvenate and refresh with our new Retreat area. With beautifully designed relaxation areas to enjoy some meditation or just quiet time before you fly, it’s the perfect spot to recharge.