The U.S. Virgin Islands is preparing to make history by welcoming the world-renowned Clipper 2027-28 Round the World Yacht Race Team to St. Thomas.

Travel costs may fall on longer cruises, but visas, flights and onboard extras still require planning.

Malaysia explores a Telok Melano-Tioman ferry revival as an exclusive coastal tourism experience connecting Sarawak and Pulau Tioman.

Bornholm’s late-summer harbour discounts boost sailing value across Rønne, Nexø and coastal routes.

Mexico has doubled its cruise passenger fee to $10, with further increases planned through 2028. Learn how this policy affects maritime travel and cruise costs.

Klaksvík Sailor’s Day boosts Faroe Islands maritime tourism as Copenhagen air links support northern visitor growth.

Carnival Cruise Line’s historic appointment of Daniela Gargiulo as its first female Staff Captain highlights a major shift in maritime tourism leadership. Her journey from Deck Cadet to senior officer showcases growing opportunities for women in cruise careers and reflects the evolving workforce behind Australia’s expanding cruise industry.

Discover how ocean-themed films are inspiring yacht travel, coastal escapes and maritime storytelling trends among global travellers this summer

Azamara and OneSpaWorld enhance THESANCTUM onboard wellness experience, elevating luxury cruise travel with advanced spa innovation and guest wellbeing focus.

Thailand is accelerating Brazil, Indonesia, Sweden and other leading ferry nations into a major maritime and tourism revolution through Interferry 2026 by positioning itself as a global coordination hub where governments, ferry operators, and maritime technology leaders converge to align investment strategies, modernise passenger ferry infrastructure, and fast-track the deployment of clean energy solutions such as electric and low-emission vessels.

MS Viking Yi Dun becomes the first Asia-origin cruise ship to dock in Mombasa, strengthening Kenya’s cruise tourism and attracting more Asian visitors.