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What’s Trending
01/ On Google
“Overnight travel bags” trended +150% this week, suggesting a growing interest in functional luggage as travelers gear up for spring and summer getaways.
02/ With Media
This week, media were interested in non-traditional bachelor or bachelorette destinations, sustainable tourism in Tokyo, mother-daughter trip inspiration, eco-friendly travel, epic hotel concierge programs that elevate a stay, and more.
03/ In the Zeitgeist
An American was arrested after trying to reach North Sentinel Island, home to the most isolated and fiercely protected tribe, in a rare breach of one of the world's most off-limits destinations.
Universal announced plans for its first U.K. theme park and resort in Bedford, England. The park will include immersive lands, a 500-room hotel, and a sprawling dining and retail district just 60 miles north of London.
Industry Insights
The TSA Real ID deadline is coming up on May 7, when travelers flying within the U.S. will have to present a compliant license or acceptable alternative, like a passport, when going through security checkpoints.
Carnival Cruise Line revealed its five-year “Innovation Itinerary,” charting a course for new ships, elevated onboard experiences, next-level dining, and more.
U.S. tourism saw an 11% decline in March, with significant drops from Western Europe, Canada, and Mexico. Visitors from the U.K. and Germany fell by 15% and 29% respectively, as growing concerns over immigration policies and tariffs deterred international travelers.
Global Travel Collection (GTC) is taking to the skies with “Christmas Markets of Europe, a Pan Am Journey by Private Air,” where travelers will explore various Christmas markets and fly on a privately chartered Boeing 757-200, featuring nostalgic nods to Pan American Airways.
Road trips are the travel trend of summer 2025, offering flexibility and cost savings as travelers can explore several destinations at their own pace, making them ideal for multigenerational family vacations.
MSC Cruises unveiled the world’s largest cruise terminal at PortMiami, a 492,678-square-foot terminal with a capacity of 36,000 passengers daily. The mega-terminal will serve both MSC Cruises and sister brand Explora Journeys.
Emerald Cruises is expanding with a new Seine River ship – sailing roundtrip from Paris to ports like Honfleur and Rouen – and two sleek superyachts, which are set to debut in 2027 with 128-guest itineraries across the Eastern Mediterranean and Caribbean.
Delta Air Lines is expanding its Caribbean offerings with new routes from Atlanta to Grenada and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines starting in December, marking Delta’s largest-ever winter schedule to Latin America and the Caribbean to meet the growing demand for travel in the region.
A recent CNBC survey found that nearly 70% of CEOs predict a recession is likely this year due to new tariffs. More than a third of executives expect to conduct layoffs, while over 80% anticipate an inflation resurgence.
The Good
Coffee Mate released a limited edition White Lotus-inspired piña colada creamer ahead of Season 3 as a playful, tropical nod, but after the finale’s unexpected twist, the flavor took on a new meaning. The brand leaned into the irony on social, turning an unintended twist into a viral marketing win.
