Everyone aboard a river cruise ship has been accounted for following a dramatic collision with a tanker on the Mississippi River in New Orleans, Louisiana, which caused the passenger vessel to capsize and triggered a major emergency rescue operation. The incident occurred at approximately 12.30pm local time on Friday, November 13, when the tanker Atlantic Asphalt lost control and struck the American Heritage, a paddlewheel riverboat operated by American Cruise Lines.

Virgin Voyages has launched its 2028 Alaska season, introducing four new itineraries aboard Brilliant Lady. Running from May 1 to September 14, 2028, the adults-only cruise line’s programme features a total of 18 sailings, across five itineraries departing from Seattle and Vancouver. Voyages range from seven to 12 nights, including roundtrip and one-way options.

Corendon Airlines, a leading leisure airline from Türkiye, has announced Aeroprime Group as its official distribution partner in India, marking an important step in strengthening the airline’s presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing outbound travel markets. Through this partnership, Aeroprime Group will make Corendon Airlines’ inventory available to the Indian travel trade through its proprietary technology platform, GLID, enabling seamless access to the airline’s extensive network.

The French Riviera is no longer just a summer destination. With its mild Mediterranean climate, celebrated gastronomy, vibrant cultural scene and year-round appeal for business and leisure travelers, the region offers plenty of reasons to visit in every season. Building on this growing demand, La Compagnie, the 100% Smart Business Class airline, is extending its New York–Nice service into the 2026–2027 winter season for the first time. As the only airline offering direct flights between New York and Nice this winter, La Compagnie is strengthening its commitment to the US market and making the French Riviera more accessible than ever.

Canes & Tales at Waldorf Astoria Osaka introduces The Great Railway Bazaar, a menu inspired by American novelist and travel writer Paul Theroux’s rail journey across Europe and Asia and the happy accidents that make travel memorable. The menu spans five famous railways – the London Underground, the Orient Express, India’s Grand Trunk Railway, Japan’s beloved Shinkansen and the International Express which journeys across Southeast Asia. Each is represented by two cocktails bringing to life the flavors of the region – with one offered in both alcoholic and alcohol-free versions – inviting guests to wander any path that speaks to them.

As millions of passengers prepare to travel over the Christmas period, DiamondAir is offering an alternative to the traditional airport check-in process, allowing passengers to arrange airline check-in and baggage processing before reaching Heathrow, with luggage collected from their home, hotel or another location across London. Heathrow recorded almost 7.2 million passengers in December 2025, its busiest December on record, according to Heathrow Airport’s published traffic figures in January 2026.* The scale of festive travel makes planning ahead particularly valuable for passengers looking to simplify the practicalities of getting to the airport.

This year, Barbados celebrates 60 years of independence from Britain. This island paradise is one of the world’s foremost tourist destinations, pairing serene beaches and stunning landscapes with a cool, laid-back feel. But how much do you really know about Barbados? We’ve compiled 60 facts to celebrate 60 years of Barbadian independence, with help from the team at Royal Westmoreland, purveyor of luxury villas for sale in Barbados.

Where is Jannik Sinner when he’s OOO? Out on the ocean, of course. As Global Brand Ambassador for Explora Journeys, the tennis champion has already discovered the Ocean State of Mind, so when it’s time to switch on his out-of-office mail reply, he has only one destination in mind. Filmed in July 2026 during EXPLORA III’s Prelude Journey, the campaign marks a special milestone: Jannik was welcomed onboard as the very first guest of the newest ship in the fleet.

Mews has announced its new affiliation with Preferred Hotels & Resorts as the latest addition to the brand’s Alliance Partner Program. Through the partnership, Preferred Hotels & Resorts member properties across the Americas and EMEA can access Mews, the AI operating system for hospitality, at preferential pricing, with solutions spanning PMS, POS, RMS, Housekeeping and Payments. Mews brings reservations, payments and guest preferences into one connected system, helping hotel teams reduce manual work and avoid switching between systems. The partnership expands the resources available to Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ global portfolio of more than 650 distinctive hotels, resorts, residences, and unique hotel groups across 80 […]

A nationwide aviation shutdown across the United States brought air travel to an unprecedented standstill on Friday, November 13, after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ordered all departing flights at US airports to remain on the ground following a major communications failure affecting the country’s air traffic control network. The extraordinary decision disrupted thousands of flights, stranded passengers at airports across the country and created widespread uncertainty for airlines and travellers, with some of the busiest aviation hubs in the world affected.

Holland America Line is giving travelers early access to its Black Friday Sale, where they can score some of the best savings of the year. Guests who sign up now on HollandAmerica.com receive a code to gain early access to the presale that runs Nov. 11–17, before the offer opens to the public Nov. 18 through Nov. 29. With early access, travelers can get a first look at the Black Friday offer and have more time to discover the cruise, itinerary and experience that best fits their plans.

United Airlines announced a major milestone in its rollout of the fastest, most reliable inflight Wi-Fi – Starlink, with the high-speed Wi-Fi service available on more than half of its daily flights as of November 12, just in time for Thanksgiving and the start of the holiday travel season. The airline expects to have Starlink on nearly 64% of its daily flights by the end of 2026 and complete installations by the end of 2027.

Beginning in November 2026, Seabourn will introduce a new menu of destination-inspired Caribbean culinary experiences aboard Seabourn Ovation and Seabourn Quest, connecting guests more deeply with the places they explore. From seafood boils and regional rum cocktails to caviar and fresh sugar cane juice at Carambola Beach, St. Kitts, the programming will extend Seabourn’s Earth & Ocean culinary philosophy across its Caribbean voyages.

Internova Travel Group today announced the appointment of Melissa Krueger as President of Global Travel Collection (GTC), its luxury travel division representing more than 1,500 of the industry’s leading travel advisors.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is staging Vijit Chao Phraya 2026 from 13 November to 13 December across 19 riverfront locations from Rama VIII Bridge to Rama III Bridge, complemented by a floating light installation on the Chao Phraya. The fifth edition brings together light and sound, projection mapping, lasers, drone formations, fireworks, creative installations and cultural performances in a month-long celebration of light and imagination.

Nobu has announced a partnership with Infracorp to develop a new Nobu destination at Marina Bay, Reef Island, marking the brand’s entry into the Kingdom of Bahrain. The partnership was formalized during a signing ceremony held at Infracorp’s headquarters in Manama, in the presence of Her Excellency Ms. Fatima bint Jaffar Al Sairaifi, Minister of Tourism and Chairperson of the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA). The agreement was signed by Mr. Talal Al Mahroos, Chief Executive Officer of Infracorp, and Mr. Trevor Horwell, Chief Executive Officer of Nobu Hospitality.

More passengers than ever are choosing public transport to travel to and from London Stansted, with more than 13.5 million travelling by rail, bus and coach over the past 12 months. Almost half of all passengers now travel to and from the airport by public transport, giving Stansted the highest public transport mode share of any major UK airport. The figures were revealed as the Stansted Airport Transport Forum celebrated its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter of a century of bringing together transport operators, local authorities, businesses and community organisations to improve connections to the airport.

More than 4,000 professional attendees, over 300 exhibiting companies from 61 countries, around 10,000 pre-scheduled business meetings and qualified buyers from over 40 countries came together at Expo Guadalajara, underscoring the strong demand for a dedicated B2B marketplace connecting the travel markets of the Americas. The inaugural event combined high-quality business encounters, international networking and forward-looking industry discussions. ITB Americas will return to Guadalajara from 16–18 November 2027.

Throughout November 2026, Hong Kong Gourmet Month is bringing together more than 400 restaurants, bars and food and beverage outlets across the city, inviting visitors to explore the diverse culinary scene through exclusive menus, special offers and unique dining experiences. Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), the month-long celebration follows the successful Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival, which recorded more than 171,000 visits from 29 October to 1 November.

Myconian Collection is supporting the Hellenic Motor Sport Federation (OMAE) as it brings the FIA Intercontinental Drifting Cup to Greece for the first time. Taking place at Serres Circuit on 13–15 November 2026, the competition will showcase the country’s capacity to host major sporting events and draw international attention beyond the summer tourism season.