
Cartagena Joins South America’s Top Travel Hotspots in 2025
South America travel hotspots are surging in 2025, with Cartagena joining São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Bogotá, Lima and Santiago in strong visitor growth.
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South America travel hotspots are surging in 2025, with Cartagena joining São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Bogotá, Lima and Santiago in strong visitor growth.

Nobu Hotel Maldives has been announced for Ethereereu Island, with Nobu Hospitality and Ethereereu Investments planning a hotel, Nobu Restaurant and private island residences.

Lofft Cardiff, the new chef’s counter by Tom Simmons, opens on 14th February 2026 offering an immersive 12-seat tasting experience at £110 per head.

Ikon Pass has partnered with the Slopes App to give holders a unified way to track skiing performance across more than 70 global destinations.

Hurtigruten itineraries for 2027-28 expand access to remote Norwegian and Arctic Circle destinations with new Limited Collection voyages that include fjord-only, Arctic and Copenhagen–Tromsø routes.

Aroya Cruises' inaugural Arabian Gulf voyage will sail on Feb 21, 2026, marking Saudi Arabia's major entry into Gulf cruise tourism and linking Dubai, Jeddah, Yanbu, Dammam and Abu Dhabi.

Hurtigruten voyages for 2027-28 introduce new fjord and Arctic itineraries aboard MS Trollfjord, designed to boost shoulder-season tourism and northern arrivals.

Presidents' Day road trips offer a chance to visit U.S. presidential landmarks from Mount Vernon to the Reagan Library during the long weekend.

Saudi Arabia is pushing AI in Saudi tourism as part of a regional strategy presented at the 52nd UN Tourism Regional Commission in Kuwait City, linking technology with sustainable growth and investment.

The Route 66 starting point has been moved to Navy Pier in Chicago as the city prepares for centennial celebrations and a March 25, 2026 dedication ceremony.

MSC Cruises Spring 2026 itineraries deliver a mix of three-night mini-breaks and seven-night voyages across the Caribbean and Mediterranean for travelers seeking sun, culture and relaxation.

Aroya maiden voyage will sail a 7-day luxury itinerary from Dubai through Abu Dhabi, Doha, Manama and Muscat, marking a major step for luxury cruising in the Arabian Gulf.