https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/ en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-08-21T09:27:08+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-voyages-records-biggest-revenue-day-in-its-history-following-scandin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-voyages-records-biggest-revenue-day-in-its-history-following-scandin/ Virgin Voyages recorded the biggest revenue day in its history on August 13, surpassing its previous record set during Black Friday 2025. The results from the adults-only cruise line were driven by demand for its first Scandinavia and Baltics programme, which will see Valiant Lady sail from Amsterdam in summer 2028. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:21:49 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cunard-unveils-labor-day-sale-with-fares-from-999/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cunard-unveils-labor-day-sale-with-fares-from-999/ Cunard, renowned for delivering timeless luxury at sea, is offering guests incredible savings during its Labor Day Sale, featuring fares from $999 per person and up to $300 in onboard credit per stateroom on 158 voyages across Cunard’s iconic fleet. From August 27 through September 9, 2026, Cunard’s Labor Day Sale gives travelers the perfect opportunity to plan an extraordinary journey at an excellent value. The offer applies to select voyages sailing from October 2026 through December 2027, including: Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:16:30 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-voyages-valiant-lady-marks-european-shore-power-first-in-portsmouth/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-voyages-valiant-lady-marks-european-shore-power-first-in-portsmouth/ A new chapter for Virgin Voyages and Portsmouth International Port is officially powered up. Last week, Valiant Lady became the first Virgin Voyages ship to connect to shore power in Europe, successfully plugging into Portsmouth International Port’s newly commissioned system and switching off her engines while alongside. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:01:41 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cunard-unveils-inspiring-insights-speaker-line-up-across-its-iconic-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cunard-unveils-inspiring-insights-speaker-line-up-across-its-iconic-fleet/ Cunard has announced an inspiring line-up of high-profile speakers joining voyages across its iconic fleet from August to December 2026 as part of its acclaimed Insights programme. The 2026 programme features more than 800 Insights speakers including 200 high-profile names across Cunard’s fleet of four iconic Queens, bringing together some of the world’s most accomplished figures, spanning subjects from artificial intelligence and space exploration to literature, sport, history and current affairs. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:36:08 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-best-ways-to-experience-floridas-gulf-coast-beyond-the-beach/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-best-ways-to-experience-floridas-gulf-coast-beyond-the-beach/ A lot of Florida vacations start to feel the same after a while. You find parking, carry your gear across the sand, squeeze into a crowded spot, and realize you are basically spending the day doing what everyone else is doing too. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:04:13 +0000 Cruise https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/celebrity-cruises-launches-new-autumn-sale-with-savings-of-up-to-35-for-gue/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/celebrity-cruises-launches-new-autumn-sale-with-savings-of-up-to-35-for-gue/ Celebrity Cruises has launched its new Mini Wave campaign today, giving travellers the chance to save up to 35% off the cruise fare for the first and second guest, on top of additional savings - plus agents can earn triple Celebrity Rewards on every sailing booked. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:34:18 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/regent-seven-seas-cruises-reveals-stunning-crystal-light-installation-for-s/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/regent-seven-seas-cruises-reveals-stunning-crystal-light-installation-for-s/ Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading ultra-luxury cruise line, reveals details of a breathtaking new crystal light installation that will debut aboard Seven Seas Prestige™ when she launches in December 2026. The installation serves as both an artistic marvel and a luminous symbol of the legacy beginning with Regent’s first new ship class in a decade.  A beautiful behind-the-scenes video has been created detailing the craftsmanship that has gone into creating this one-of-a-kind feature. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:09:55 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/viva-boutique-reveals-shore-excursion-programme-for-italy-2027/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/viva-boutique-reveals-shore-excursion-programme-for-italy-2027/ VIVA Boutique - part of VIVA Cruises - has unveiled the shore excursion programme for its 2027 Italy programme. The operator will begin sailing on the Venetian Lagoon and the Po River in May on new ship VIVA UNIQUE, the second vessel in the VIVA Boutique brand. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:45:39 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/major-travel-launches-new-cruise-booking-platform-for-agents/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/major-travel-launches-new-cruise-booking-platform-for-agents/ Leading UK based travel wholesaler, Major Travel, has launched a new function to enable travel agents to make cruise bookings on their digital portal, Major Go. The new launch gives agents a new way to create, price and book tailor-made cruise holidays across the entire journey using one single booking interface. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:32:39 +0000 Cruise, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-india-sotc-travel-strengthen-luxury-cruise-portfolio/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-india-sotc-travel-strengthen-luxury-cruise-portfolio/ Cruise holidays are witnessing growing popularity among Indian travellers, driven by a rising preference for immersive, experience-led vacations that combine multiple destinations and luxury hospitality. Recognizing this growing trend, Thomas Cook (India) Limited, India’s leading omnichannel travel services company, and its Group Company, SOTC Travel, have strengthened their luxury cruise holiday portfolio with curated ocean and expedition voyages across Europe, the Mediterranean, Antarctica and the Arctic. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:29:25 +0000 Cruise, Tourism, Organisations & Operators