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Passport Group concludes a landmark year, marking 30 years of innovation, influence and industry leadership, while unveiling a forward-looking strategic vision to continue shaping the future of tourism and aviation with a strong focus on digital transformation, content-driven travel, and the clear sense that the first three decades were only the beginning. The year-end celebration brought together key leaders and senior executives from the tourism industry, in partnership with Hilton worldwide

Drama in the skies over Turkey: A Falcon 50 aircraft, which was on its way to Tripoli, attempted to make an emergency landing at Ankara airport, but lost contact and crashed. The aircraft was found in the airport area with five passengers on board, including the Libyan Chief of Staff

Norwegian Cruise Line has rolled out more than 370 sailings worldwide for winter 2027, bringing back Free at Sea Plus, offering longer port stays and more onboard perks, including premium drinks, Starbucks beverages, and streaming WiFi

TAROM has partnered with Ubigi to offer passengers a free 1 GB eSIM after booking, providing instant internet access on arrival abroad; the offer also includes a 30% discount on data plans

Statesville Regional Airport confirmed that seven people were killed in a Cessna plane that crashed while landing; according to US reports, some of the passengers were family members. One of the victims is Greg Biffle, a retired NASCAR racing driver

British Airways introduces the list of most sought-after destinations for the coming year, alongside new tourism trends; the list includes vacations without a schedule, brand loyalty, and, surprisingly, body image perceptions

Larnaca, Cyprus, has been awarded the prestigious title of "Capital of Culture" for 2030, after beating its neighbor, Limassol. "A historic moment for all who believed in the vision of a more humane, inclusive, and sustainable city."

A travel industry executive with more than 30 years of experience, former CEO of Avoya Travel and President of FROSCH, joins NCL in the midst of a business boom; Marc Kazlauskas will oversee high demand, new ships, and significant investments in guest experience and upgrades to the private island of Great Stirrup Cay

The Louvre is rolling out new ticket prices for 2026, including a major increase for non-EU tourists and updated fees for groups, guided tours, and workshops

U.S. authorities are tightening their control systems. New requirements include selfies, personal data collection, expanded biometric data, social network exposure, and submitting applications through a dedicated app

Norwegian Cruise Line has rolled out more than 370 sailings worldwide for winter 2027, bringing back Free at Sea Plus, offering longer port stays and more onboard perks, including premium drinks, Starbucks beverages, and streaming WiFi

A travel industry executive with more than 30 years of experience, former CEO of Avoya Travel and President of FROSCH, joins NCL in the midst of a business boom; Marc Kazlauskas will oversee high demand, new ships, and significant investments in guest experience and upgrades to the private island of Great Stirrup Cay

Cruise giant outlines its environmental and social commitments for 2024, focusing on sustainability, safety, and enhancing vacation experiences. Harry Sommer, the company's president and CEO, says: "The report reflects our continuous commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices."

Despite early setbacks, NCL remains confident—investing in new ships and premium experiences ahead of an expected rebound

Cruise giant NCL officially inaugurated its new flagship, Norwegian Aqua, in Miami — and unveiled expansion plans for Great Stirrup Cay