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AmaWaterways celebrates Travel Advisor Appreciation Month in May 2026 with $200 gift cards, the 'Sell 3, Sail Free' program, and exclusive cruise giveaways.

AmaWaterways has officially christened AmaMelodia in Barranquilla, marking its second luxury ship on Colombia’s Magdalena River. Explore the new itineraries.

AmaWaterways has launched its second river cruise vessel, the AmaMelodia, on Colombia's Magdalena River, signaling a massive shift in global river tourism.

New analysis identifies which U.S. states face the greatest economic vulnerability as international visitor numbers decline. Tourism states most affected by shifting travel patterns reveal critical risks for 2026.

Tourism Malaysia Mumbai names Haryanty Abu Bakar as Director to drive market growth across India and the Maldives ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign.

Royal Caribbean Group reports record-breaking Q1 2026 results, driven by surging demand for Mediterranean itineraries and the debut of Legend of the Seas.

The Orient Express Corinthian, the world's largest sailing yacht, has been unveiled in Saint-Nazaire, featuring eco-friendly SolidSail technology and 54 luxury suites.

Heritage Expeditions launches the Heritage Discoverer in November 2026, offering a 21-day luxury expedition to South Georgia, the Falklands, and Antarctica.

Celestyal Cruises unveils a 24-hour Athens flash sale for Summer 2026, offering inclusive Greek island voyages starting at just $209 per person.

US Department of State launches expanded weekend passport acceptance fairs in 47 cities, reducing processing timelines for first-time applicants and families.

Greenland opens new airports at Qaqortoq and expanded Nuuk hub, enabling year-round US access to Arctic tourism with sustainable travel focus.

Kerala launches a strategic campaign to attract 300,000 more Arab travelers over five years, leveraging wellness tourism and new trade partnerships.