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Cruise Excursion Scams: Experts Warn Tourists To Stay Vigilant
A concerning travel scam is increasingly targeting cruise ship passengers across popular destinations like the Caribbean, Mexico, and the Mediterranean, placing them at significant financial and personal risk. This rapidly growing scheme often begins with enticing offers of “free” luxury Read More …
Airports Where Travelers Should Arrive the Earliest
While the general guideline of arriving at the airport two hours before takeoff remains, Upgraded Points’ latest study reveals that certain airports demand an even larger time cushion, while others might allow travelers to relax a bit longer. “Successful travel is all Read More …
REAL ID Deadline: Preparing for Major Changes to U.S. Domestic Air Travel by May 7
The long-anticipated enforcement of the federal REAL ID Act is set to fundamentally alter U.S. domestic air travel starting May 7, 2025. With this critical deadline just weeks away, states like New Jersey, along with Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Nebraska, Read More …
Ritz-Carlton: Evolving The Power Of Travel By Ship
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has a new global brand campaign: “Unlike the Rest.” This distinguished campaign celebrates the transformative power of travel while inviting discerning travelers to discover a new standard of unparalleled hospitality and bespoke offerings at sea. Every voyage Read More …
Two Holland America Grand Voyages Rendezvous
In a unique maritime event, two Holland America Line ships undertaking epic Grand Voyages, Zuiderdam and Volendam, met for a celebratory overnight stay in Barcelona, Spain, on April 24, 2025. This gathering marked the first time the cruise line has Read More …
As USA Issues Travel Warnings, Others Warn Against Travel To USA
The U.S. State Department has issued new travel warnings for several popular destinations, urging travelers to exercise increased caution due to heightened security threats. These warnings come as the travel season approaches and are intended to help Americans make informed Read More …
Redrawing the Skies: How Six Aviation Giants Are Shaping Global Travel in 2025
The global aviation landscape in 2025 is undergoing a profound metamorphosis, driven less by individual expansion and more by intricate networks of collaboration. As the industry continues its recovery and adapts to post-pandemic realities, a select group of powerhouse airlines Read More …
Ten Years Ago: Princess Cruises To Cap 50-Year Anniversary As They Began
Taking a look back in the ChrisCruises archives, this story about a milestone for Princess Cruises, written eleven years ago. Princess Cruises first set sail in 1965 with a single ship cruising to Mexico. Nearly 50 years later, the line Read More …
Holland America: Tamarind Restaurant Refreshed With Asian Flavors
Holland America Line is introducing a refreshed experience at its popular Pan-Asian Tamarind specialty restaurant. More than a dozen dishes will debut on the menu, alongside several popular appetizers, main courses and desserts that are known favorites of guests. New sharing-style appetizers Read More …