The cruise industry's growth is driven by its ability to provide passengers with one-of-a-kind travel experiences, making it a standout player in the broader travel industry. Cruises offer enclave tourism, allowing passengers to explore multiple destinations while enjoying the comfort and convenience of their floating hotel. With ever growing interest and AI redefining market landscape, the global cruise tourism market size is estimated to grow by USD 29.76 billion from 2025-2029, according to a leading global technology research and advisory company, Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 12.8% during the forecast period. Strong global economic recovery is driving market growth, with a trend towards growing number of repositioning cruises. However, rising environmenta...
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Top 10 romantic city breaks revealed With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, the best European cities for those seeking a romantic getaway have been revealed, with Prague taking the top spot. Travel insurance experts at Tiger.co.uk have analysed data to create the 2025 Couple’s City Break Index, naming the top 10 romantic destinations. The cities were ranked based on several ‘couple-friendly’ factors including the cost of hotel rooms with a view of the city, the price of a meal for two, the number of landmarks to visit, spa and wellbeing facilities to relax in, and picturesque parks to stroll through. Krivoklat Castle, a royal residence west of Prague dating back to the 12th century. REUTERS/Eva Korinkova Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, has been cr...
Read MoreTwo responsible tour operators have worked with mountain villagers to set the standard for long-term community tourism with a female touch A new community-based hill trekking route in remote northern Laos has been created, based on the principles of responsible tourism. The inaugural four-day trek will commence on 16 February, with the participants being six women from Australia. The trip, organised by Camino Women (Australia) and Khiri Travel (Laos), will be part of a 12-day northern Laos journey which includes a slow boat ride on the Mekong river, a train ride, visits to Buddhist caves and an elephant park, walks in paddy fields, meetings with various ethnic group villagers, and experiencing the UNESCO world heritage township of Luang Prabang. However, it is the inclusion, su...
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