AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCruise Season: Newcastle is preparing for a record 18 ship visits from October to April, with more than 30,000 visitors expected. In Alaska, Ketchikan farewelled Norwegian Encore on Oct. 9, marking the end of its cruise season. Travel Disruptions: Hurricane Isaias is causing flight delays and forcing some fall travelers to change or cut short their plans. Luxury Travel: Ultra-luxury hotels are gaining pricing power as wealthy travelers outpace limited new room supply; meanwhile, Orient Express’s new Corinthian yacht offers all-inclusive sailing from about €4,000 a night. Future Voyages: Holland America has detailed a 28-day Pan Am anniversary cruise for 2027, visiting 18 destinations across the Caribbean and Central America. Food Tourism: Culinary experiences are increasingly shaping trip choices, as destinations and hotels put local food at the heart of travel.
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