https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/ en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-27T09:24:49+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cunard-reveals-historic-four-queens-celebration-in-liverpool/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cunard-reveals-historic-four-queens-celebration-in-liverpool/ Luxury cruise brand Cunard has announced a landmark moment when all four Cunard ships will come together in Liverpool for the first time. On May 16, 2028, Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, Queen Victoria and Queen Anne will unite on the River Mersey, in what promises to be one of the most memorable occasions in Cunard’s modern history. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:32:58 +0000 Cruise, Events, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/introducing-oceania-aurelia-the-ultimate-explorer1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/introducing-oceania-aurelia-the-ultimate-explorer1/ Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, today unveiled Oceania Aurelia™, The Ultimate Explorer, purposefully designed for extended global discoveries. Debuting in late 2027, she will be the ideal home at sea for long, immersive journeys, including the line’s 2028 and 2029 Around the World voyages as well as a series of expansive Grand Voyages. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:28:09 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/holland-america-line-prepares-for-2026-alaska-season/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/holland-america-line-prepares-for-2026-alaska-season/ Holland America Line is preparing for the start of its 2026 Alaska cruise season on April 25, with the arrival of Eurodam in Seattle. The programme comprises more than 100 voyages across six ships - Koningsdam, Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam – running through to September. Itineraries will sail roundtrip from Seattle, Washington; roundtrip from Vancouver, Canada; and between Vancouver and Whittier. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:40:38 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-voyages-introduces-rovey-the-brands-first-ai-crew-assistant/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-voyages-introduces-rovey-the-brands-first-ai-crew-assistant/ Virgin Voyages has introduced Rovey - the brand’s first AI crew assistant and the first deliverable of Project Ruby, Virgin Voyages’ long-term AI initiative built with Google Cloud. The announcement was made at Google Cloud Next in Las Vegas, earlier this week. Built with Google Cloud, Rovey is an AI travel-planning assistant for travel agents. It navigates the decisions that shape a cruise booking, where itinerary, timing, destination mix and onboard experiences all intersect. Instead of starting from a blank slate or navigating multiple itineraries manually, First Mates (agents) can rely on Rovey to make human-like recommendations based on a sailor’s (guest’s) travel style, timing and preferences. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:47:58 +0000 Cruise, Technology, AI, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seabourn-announces-new-2028-2029-expedition-voyages/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seabourn-announces-new-2028-2029-expedition-voyages/ Seabourn, the leader in luxury cruising and expedition travel, has opened for sale its 2028 to 2029 expedition voyage collection, unveiling a compelling season shaped by deeper exploration in the Arctic and the line’s second Grand Expedition: Pole to Pole as part of Seabourn’s 40th anniversary in 2028. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:13:05 +0000 Cruise, Events, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/holland-america-line-returns-to-alaska-with-a-season-of-elevated-exploratio/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/holland-america-line-returns-to-alaska-with-a-season-of-elevated-exploratio/ Holland America Line is ushering in its 2026 Alaska season starting April 25 with the arrival of Eurodam to the Port of Seattle. With more than 100 voyages across six ships this season departing three homeports, guests who embark on a cruise to the Great Land will find a lineup of extensive onboard programming, elevated culinary offerings and more than two dozen new shore excursions—all designed to connect guests more deeply with Alaska’s awe-inspiring landscapes and local culture. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:02:06 +0000 Cruise, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-datai-langkawi-launches-new-catamaran-expeditions-across-the-andaman-se/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-datai-langkawi-launches-new-catamaran-expeditions-across-the-andaman-se/ Luxury rainforest resort The Datai Langkawi invites guests to set sail on the Andaman Sea and to explore the lesser-known parts of Langkawi and neighbouring southern Thailand, with new routes aboard the resort’s own catamaran, Gadis Pulao. Available for shared or private charters, each journey offers an intimate encounter with the quiet majesty of the surrounding archipelago, filled with hidden coves, untouched beaches, and serene seascapes. In 2026 the resorts also introduced its first overnight private charter experience, sailing to the idyllic island of Koh Lipe in southern Thailand. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:54:27 +0000 Hotel, Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/introducing-oceania-aurelia-the-ultimate-explorer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/introducing-oceania-aurelia-the-ultimate-explorer/ Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, today unveiled Oceania Aurelia™, The Ultimate Explorer, purposefully designed for extended global discoveries. Debuting in late 2027, she will be the ideal home at sea for long, immersive journeys, including the line’s 2028 and 2029 Around the World voyages as well as a series of expansive Grand Voyages. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:29:29 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-mediterranean-remains-the-most-popular-destination-for-uk-ireland-cruis/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-mediterranean-remains-the-most-popular-destination-for-uk-ireland-cruis/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has today (April 22, 2026) revealed holidaymakers from the UK and Ireland took 2.54 million ocean cruises last year, surpassing the previous highest total of 2.4 million in 2024. 34.5% of passengers sailed in the Mediterranean, 27.2% Northern Europe and 13.7% the Caribbean. The Caribbean saw year-on-year passenger growth of 12%. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:41:29 +0000 Cruise, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/princess-cruises-newest-ship-star-princess-makes-historic-first-transit-of/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/princess-cruises-newest-ship-star-princess-makes-historic-first-transit-of/ Princess Cruises, one of the world’s most iconic cruise brands, celebrated a major milestone over the weekend as its newest ship, Star Princess, completed its first-ever transit of the Panama Canal. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:54:41 +0000 Cruise, Events