https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/ en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-10-01T12:30:51+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aroya-cruises-enhances-digital-ecosystem-with-new-mobile-app/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aroya-cruises-enhances-digital-ecosystem-with-new-mobile-app/ AROYA Cruises, the first Arabian cruise line, has launched its new native mobile app for iOS and Android, further enhancing its guest-facing digital ecosystem following the recent launch of its redesigned website. With this launch, AROYA becomes the first cruise line to enable a complete, app-native booking journey, allowing guests to search, book and manage their voyages from start to finish within the app. Available now from the Apple App Store and Google Play in English and Arabic, the AROYA mobile app extends the guest experience into a dedicated mobile touchpoint, supporting guests from booking through to embarkation and selected onboard services. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:50:33 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-canada-expands-in-the-yukon-with-new-whitehorse-depot/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-canada-expands-in-the-yukon-with-new-whitehorse-depot/ Exploring the Yukon by road will become even easier in 2027, with Cruise Canada announcing the opening of its sixth Canadian depot in Whitehorse in the Yukon territory. The new location is set to welcome departures from early May 2027, giving travellers a new way to experience the Yukon’s spectacular landscapes and vast wilderness by motorhome. Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:06:55 +0000 Cruise, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise.co.uk-expands-cruise-and-rail-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise.co.uk-expands-cruise-and-rail-programme/ Online cruise specialist cruise.co.uk has added to its 2027 ‘Cruise & Rail Collection’. The exclusive packages combine rail journeys, tours, and ocean and river cruising. Tue, 29 Sep 2026 06:44:07 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/princess-cruises-invites-guests-to-celebrate-the-holidays-at-sea/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/princess-cruises-invites-guests-to-celebrate-the-holidays-at-sea/ Princess Cruises is making spirits bright this holiday season with a collection of festive sailings designed to bring families and friends together in spectacular destinations. With voyages spanning Hawaii, the Caribbean, Mexico and the Panama Canal, guests can trade snow for sunshine and ring in the holidays surrounded by the beauty of the sea. Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:41:59 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seabourn-invites-travelers-to-explore-the-mediterranean-and-beyond-with-lim/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seabourn-invites-travelers-to-explore-the-mediterranean-and-beyond-with-lim/ Seabourn is encouraging travelers to plan their next voyage of exploration with the launch of the new “Explore Beyond Event,” a limited-time offer providing up to $2,000 USD in Shipboard Credit per suite on select sailings in 2026 through 2029. The promotion is available on new bookings made between September 23 and November 16, 2026. Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:39:13 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-and-hospitality-elite-honoured-at-world-travel-awards-2026-in-the-m/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-and-hospitality-elite-honoured-at-world-travel-awards-2026-in-the-m/ The best travel organisations in Asia, Oceania and the Indian Ocean were honoured at a VIP gala ceremony in the Maldives. The stars of the industry convened at CROSSROADS Maldives for the World Travel Awards Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026 to discover who had won the most prestigious and highly sought-after honours in global tourism. Sun, 27 Sep 2026 19:11:48 +0000 Airline, Hotel, Cruise, Events, Technology, Tourism, Organisations & Operators, Spa, Sustainability, Car Rental, Rail & Coach, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ae-expedition-marks-three-and-a-half-decades-of-firsts/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ae-expedition-marks-three-and-a-half-decades-of-firsts/ AE Expeditions is celebrating 35 years of pioneering expedition travel, marking a journey from a small Australian operation taking adventurous travellers to Antarctica, to a global expedition operator exploring all seven continents. Sun, 27 Sep 2026 06:53:43 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/polar-travel-signals-a-shift-in-premium-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/polar-travel-signals-a-shift-in-premium-tourism/ Polar expedition travel is highlighting a broader shift in premium tourism, as travellers increasingly seek access, expertise and deeper experiences rather than scale, according to Sam Seward, President of Quark Expeditions, in the latest episode of the Travel Trends Podcast. Speaking to Travel Trends host Dan Christian, Seward describes a market where both booking behaviour and traveller expectations are changing – from earlier bookings for Antarctica to growing demand for specialist experiences such as photography, kayaking and citizen science. Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:59:04 +0000 Cruise, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/royal-caribbeansandals-investment-highlights-opportunities-across-cruise-an/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/royal-caribbeansandals-investment-highlights-opportunities-across-cruise-an/ The proposed investment by Royal Caribbean Group in Sandals Resorts is highlighting the potential for cruise and land-based tourism partners to work more closely together, creating broader opportunities for travelers, destinations, businesses and communities across the Caribbean. Under the agreement announced yesterday, Royal Caribbean Group plans to acquire a 50% equity interest in Sandals and Beaches Resorts for approximately $3 billion. The companies said the transaction is expected to close in early 2027, subject to customary approvals and closing conditions. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:08:50 +0000 Hotel, Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-voyages-promotes-sj-walker-to-uk-market-director-following-record-br/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-voyages-promotes-sj-walker-to-uk-market-director-following-record-br/ Virgin Voyages has promoted SJ Walker to Market Director, UK, effective immediately, recognising her growing influence across the brand’s commercial performance in a market that just helped deliver the brand’s best summer on record. The UK is Virgin Voyages’ second-largest market globally, and UK numbers show an award-winning brand on track to become the go-to name for anyone planning a holiday built entirely around adults. Walker’s expanded remit reflects the broader commercial lens she has brought to the UK business behind that momentum. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:59:05 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators