Hurtigruten: Authentically Norwegian, Officially Recognized

Norwegian Cruise Line is launching a new brand positioning and upgrading its popular inclusive package. 

This story was first published on February 27, 9:40 AM Mauritius Standard Time, and will be updated as the story develops.

It's going to be epic.

If you're tired of only hearing about ultra-large cruise ships or ultra-expensive small ones, Norwegian Cruise Line has the answer.

A giant new Norwegian Cruise Line ship scheduled to debut in 2026 finally has a name — and a future home.

Norwegian Cruise Line will debut two new entertainment offerings onboard its forthcoming ship Norwegian Aqua, which is scheduled to debut in April 2025.

Explora Journeys has officially celebrated the naming ceremony of its latest luxury ship, Explora II, at the port of Civitavecchia, Italy, near Rome. The event marked another significant milestone for the MSC Group’s luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand, following the ship’s official delivery just days ago. 

Tourism officials in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo announced plans to entice more international travelers to visit despite a lackluster summer period and an increased warning from the United States government.

There's officially a new lifestyle hotel member of the Hilton Honors family, and it's all about the collegiate life — well, without the stress of midterms and awkward roommates.

Savute Safari Lodge, part of the Desert & Delta Safaris portfolio of luxury lodges, has officially reopened after a complete rebuild. A highlight for travellers for the past 25 years, the new Savute Safari Lodge elevates the safari experience to new luxury standards. Each of the 11 standard rooms and one family room features a combination of natural thatching and canvas, to envelop guests in a stunning natural environment and welcome temperature control during the hotter months. Guest rooms have been designed to offer breathtaking views of the prolific amounts of wildlife that congregate around the famous waterholes along the Savute Channel. The rooms feature private outdoor showers offering guests the magic of a starlit shower or a brisk cool-down after an exhilarating morning on safari. The sophisticated yet simple interior décor blends elements of traditional safari lodge design with a clean, contemporary feel. The colour palette draws inspiration from the striking contrasts of the Kalahari, blending earthy greens and the vibrant colours of the life-giving rains.

Earlier this year, it was announced that the iconic Turtle Bay Resort on the North Shore of Oahu in Hawaii would transform into a Ritz-Carlton. Points and miles enthusiasts greeted the news with fanfare because it meant a new Hawaii property would integrate into Marriott Bonvoy.

Royal Caribbean has just formally named its newest floating vacation experience, Utopia of the Seas, in an official naming ceremony that took place on July 15 at Port Canaveral in Orlando, Florida.