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What’s Trending
01/ On Google
“Walt Disney Epcot Fire” trended +3,500% this week, driven by reports of a backstage fire near the France Pavilion that led to evacuations and viral social media coverage.
02/ With Media
This week, media were interested in cruises, tours, and destinations for women over 50, top travel deals for April, Caribbean hotels with impressive sports facilities, retirementmoons, and more.
03/ In the Zeitgeist
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday, causing widespread damage, with tremors felt in Bangkok, Thailand. Rescue operations are underway, and international aid has been requested.
Industry Insights
Royal Caribbean has banned personal and Bluetooth speakers from its private Bahamian island, Perfect Day at CocoCay, for a more serene escape.
Amtrak announced that its next generation of trains will roll out in 2026, featuring more space, panoramic windows, greater fuel efficiency, and enhanced accessibility for passengers using mobility devices and wheelchairs.
TravelPulse released eight spring travel destinations in Europe to beat the crowds, enjoy festivals, and experience beautiful weather, featuring hotspots like the Netherlands, Nice, France, and Stockholm, Sweden.
Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship, Norwegian Aqua, welcomed its first guests, hosting over 2,000 travelers in a five-part inaugural series before its maiden voyage from Lisbon to Southampton, England.
TAP Air Portugal has unveiled a 6,600-square-foot business-class lounge in partnership with Avianca at Miami International Airport, the airline's first lounge outside Portugal, offering 24/7 access for up to 337 guests.
Brussels Airport will halt all departing flights on March 31, 2025, due to a planned strike by multiple labor organizations, including security staff.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit has expanded with the new pet-friendly Zafiro Tower, adding 100 rooms and suites, five dining venues, a Delta Kids Club, a rooftop infinity pool for adults, lounge areas, and more.
The Seven Seas Navigator will be the first ship to exit Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings’ fleet since 2010, departing in late 2026 to join Crescent Seas, a startup launching a luxury residential cruising project.
The Good
Budget-friendly skincare brand The Ordinary sold cartons of eggs “ordinarily” priced for $3.37 at its Manhattan stores, amid rising egg prices due to the bird flu outbreak.
