(Press Release) New York, NY – May 31, 2024 - Norse Atlantic Airways, the pioneering low-cost long-haul airline, is celebrating its latest inaugural flight—creating a new route from New York (JFK) to Athens. The inaugural flight took off on May 30, 2024. Visitors will be able to take advantage of Norse’s affordable and convenient travel to the Greek capital, where prices will start at just $199 one-way (including taxes and fees) in Economy and $498 in Norse Premium. Already, passengers can travel from New York to London Gatwick, Paris, Berlin, Rome, and Oslo. (Press Release) Calabasas, CA, May 2024 – As travelers seek authentic experiences in storybook destinations, AmaWaterways continues to meet their expectations with new river ships and itineraries tailored to their needs. The line is proud to announce two new river ships launching in 2026: AmaKaia joins AmaDara on the Mekong River and AmaSofia will sail Europe’s Rhine and Danube Rivers. (Press Release) MIAMI, May 29, 2024 - Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has welcomed its 1,250-guest ship, Marina, back into service after undergoing an all-encompassing refurbishment, which includes the addition of three new dining options. Guests aboard Marina can now enjoy the culinary delights of Aquamar Kitchen, the new wellness-focused dining venue, which debuted to great acclaim on Vista last year; a poolside ice cream parlor serving milkshakes and smoothies; and a new al fresco Pizzeria offering sumptuous Italian dishes. (Press Release) FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., (May 29, 2024) – On the heels of record-breaking travel to Japan by U.S. visitors in 2023, and another strong season underway this year, Princess Cruises today announced it will extend the number of itineraries in Japan during the 2025-26 season. The 2025-26 cruise season to the must-see island nations of Japan and Southeast Asia onboard a Princess ship has just been announced. On sale now, Japan-built Diamond Princess returns featuring an expanded Japan season showcasing the region’s breathtaking fall foliage, Mt. Fuji, Kyoto and more. (Press Release) MIAMI (May 28, 2024) -- The community of Cartagena, Colombia, celebrated, Saturday, May 18, 2024, the inauguration of the 19th Educational Institution of the Pies Descalzos Foundation, owned by singer Shakira. The school, named after the non-governmental organization (NGO), was designed with the support of Costa Cruises and other organizations. With an investment of more than 14.7 billion pesos (UDS$3.8 million), the institution will serve local at-risk youth, promoting quality education for more than 960 children, in addition to acting as a community center for disadvantaged families. (Press Release) Geneva, Switzerland, May 27, 2024 - Explora Journeys, the new luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, is proud to be the Global Partner of the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup, the pinnacle of global yacht racing and the oldest competition in international sports, set to take place this year in the vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain. This marks a significant milestone for Explora Journeys, aligning with the brand’s commitment to creating exceptional experiences at sea and reflecting a shared maritime heritage and values. (Press Release) Over the past four years, the cruise industry has been struggling with the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which caused its revenue and the number of users to sink deep below the 2019 levels. However, 2024 could mark the turning point for the market and bring the long-awaited recovery. According to data presented by Stocklytics.com, the cruise industry is set to reach pre-pandemic levels, with over $30 billion in revenue and 29 million users in 2024. (Press Release) (MIAMI – May 28, 2024) Silversea, the leading ultra-luxury and expedition cruise travel brand, has unveiled its richest voyage ever for its World Cruise 2027, The Three Oceans. Silver Dawn, one of the smallest world-cruising ships, will depart Los Angeles on January 8 and arrive in Copenhagen on June 7, 2027, calling in 80 destinations – more than any voyage in the brand’s history – in 35 countries on five continents, including 20 new calls for a Silversea World Cruise and 11 overnights. By Georgina Cruz Contributor - North Palm Beach Life Vero Beach, a small, laid-back town of 17,000 residents built on oranges and citrus in Indian River County on the Treasure Coast has always been magical. On an early morning you often find that your footprints are the only ones on its golden sands that stretch for 26 miles, you receive an embrace from its waters warmed by the Gulf Stream, and sandpipers scurrying along keep you company as squadrons of pelicans in “V” formation fly overhead. And now, Vero Beach has become even more magical with the return of the Character Breakfast at the Disney Vero Beach Resort, a nostalgic seaside inn and villas property that is part of the time-share Disney Vacation Club which is also bookable by non-members and where non-guests may dine. (Press Release) WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – May 23, 2024 – Discover The Palm Beaches (DTPB), the official tourism marketing organization for Palm Beach County, announced record-breaking first quarter tourism numbers and hosted key industry representatives from the travel and tourism community during the national celebration of Travel Rally Day at Manatee Lagoon – An FPL Eco-Discovery Center on Thursday, May 23, 2024. At the event, DTPB President & CEO Milton Segarra reported the highest-ever tourism numbers for The Palm Beaches during the first three months of 2024. Visitation during this period exceeded last year's figures by 1%, with a record-breaking 2.8 million visitors. Visitor spending showed a growth of more than 4% compared to the same period last year with a spend of $2.26 billion, and international visitation grew 13% with more than 302,000 visitors from other countries. |
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