Michael O'Leary stated, 'I fail to understand why anybody in airports bars is serving people at five or six o'clock in the morning. Who needs to be drinking beer at that time?'
John Heald acknowledged the growing trend of people working on cruise ships, stating, 'You're absolutely right-there are more and more people who are working on the ships now. I see it every time I go on board. I see people hunched over the laptop, me included. It's just the way of the world.'
To shake things up and bring a little excitement to your routine, consider a hotel staycation. It's an ideal way to spruce up a month with few plans on the calendar, or to celebrate a special occasion. Logistics are minimal, meaning planning is a breeze compared to gearing up for an international or multi-leg trip, and there's no jet lag to worry about or days off needed.
A 2026 travel report from Hilton identified "inheritourism" as a notable trend for the new year ― with 66% of travelers surveyed by the hotel brand saying that their parents have influenced their choice of accommodations, 60% saying they guided their choice of loyalty programs and 73% saying they shaped their general travel style.
As Visit Florida compiles 2025 tourism figures, the agency's President and CEO Bryan Griffin and Carol Dover, the president and CEO of the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, are setting up a meeting with Canadian officials. "We had this opportunity land in our lap, so we're both going to have a meeting ... and see what we can do," Dover said during a Jan. 26 Visit Florida Executive Committee meeting. Dover is also a member of the Visit Florida Board of Directors.
Island escapes have long been associated with tranquillity, crystalline waters lapping powder-soft sands on which palm trees rustle and hammocks sway in the breeze. Brits feel particularly drawn to island adventures, as the many thousands of votes in Condé Nast Traveller's Readers' Choice Awards display. 2025's frontrunners included the Isles of Scilly in the UK, the Greek island of Naxos, and the Brazilian Fernando de Noronha, while the Turks and Caicos claimed the title of the best islands in the Caribbean and the Atlantic.
For someone whose job is seeking out the new and notable in travel, 2025 was a year when the old guard came out on top. Why? Hotel prices remained sky-high, leading us to look for places delivering maximum value. Established hotels often have deeper ties to their destinations, making them more solid conduits for local experiences so long as they aren't resting on their laurels. They've also had time to figure out how guests move through their space, what they want from their experience and how best to deliver.
Hugging Costa Rica's Caribbean Coast, Limón province is rich with natural wonders, from its white-sand beaches to its multiple wildlife refuges and volcanic landscapes. The region's invigorating multiculturalism also lures visitors with calypso music, island cuisine, and its history as a port of entry to the Caribbean.
Though a piece of our hearts will always belong in the "Ahh! Adulting!" era, these days, us millennials are the ones traveling with young kids. That shift has redirected vacations from the overstimulation of our hustle-culture years toward something more intentional, prioritizing presence and connection with loved ones. And the data backs it up. Hilton's 2026 Trends Report surveyed 14,000 travelers across 14 countries, and this year's data sends a clear message: vacationers want their time off to feel meaningful.
Cruise ships are seeing a record year for outbreaks of gastrointestinal illnesses. So far, there have been 20 outbreaks on the vessels, mostly of norovirus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Last year, which was also a record year for outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness, there were 18. The latest outbreak involved the Oceania Insignia of Oceania Cruises on an 11-day (October 16-27) Montreal to Boston cruise, the CDC reported.
"Some of my most unforgettable travel moments come from immersing myself in local cultures, supporting local economies, and exploring less-traveled destinations," Ariane Gorin, the CEO of the Expedia Group, said in a statement shared with T+L. "With 1 billion average monthly travel searches, Expedia Group isn't just a travel marketplace-we're a catalyst for positive change. We have a responsibility to shape the future of travel: one that's smarter, more sustainable, and deeply respectful of the places we go."
Tombstone tours up +428%, drawing visitors to world-famous cemeteries Hair transplant vacations up +267%, often packaged with flights, hotels and surgery Plastic surgery trips up +145%, with hotspots in South Korea, Thailand, Brazil, Mexico and India Gambling cruises up +136%, offering floating casinos for travelers from places with strict land-based laws Storm-chasing tours up +114% for hurricanes and +21% for tornadoes
Every year, millions of travellers chart familiar paths across the globe - be it for food, faith, fashion or simply to stand in the shadow of a landmark they've seen a hundred times on screen. According to Euromonitor International's City Destination Index, a handful of cities continue to rise above the rest, collecting more arrivals than anywhere else on earth. Some are expected, others less so, and together they paint a picture of how and why we travel today.
"People are getting more comfortable with booking short-term rentals and figuring out the pricing mechanics. Many STRs offer last-minute discounts to fill inventory, so that the closer you get to a stay, the less expensive it is."
The simplicity of Jet2's messaging, combined with Glynne's catchy pop beat, created the perfect formula for Gen Z remix culture. The advertisement's straightforward voiceover has become embedded in British consciousness after years of a 'non-stop onslaught.'
The Crystal Symphony offers on-the-ball service with butlers for every suite, committed to creating an exceptional guest experience that feels luxurious yet comfortable.
68% of UK business travellers find trips more appealing when leisure days are added, especially Millennials (73%) and Gen Z (71%) compared to Gen X (58%).
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