
HSMAI Names 2026 Robert A. Gilbert Award Recipients
Hospitality body HSMAI has announced the 2026 Robert A. Gilbert Award recipients, naming Mary Casey, Jeff Doane and André Fournier for lifetime contributions to commercial strategy.
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Hospitality body HSMAI has announced the 2026 Robert A. Gilbert Award recipients, naming Mary Casey, Jeff Doane and André Fournier for lifetime contributions to commercial strategy.

Regent Seven Seas’ new vessel, the Seven Seas Prestige, will debut in December 2026 and begins a Barcelona-to-Miami transatlantic voyage, marking a major step in the line’s Prestige-Class expansion.

Venice 2026 will draw cultural visitors for the Biennale while new measures, including a day‑tripper access fee, aim to make tourism more sustainable.

Tulum has introduced the Sustainable Cenote Route, a certified circuit designed to protect cenotes while offering regulated, educational eco-tourism experiences.

National parks free entry 2026 begins on Presidents' Day, Feb 16, with Yellowstone, Yosemite and Grand Canyon among sites waiving entrance fees for US residents.

Tourism Australia PR tender seeks agencies to win 'disproportionate attention' in the US and UK through influencer-led social campaigns aimed at high-yield travellers.

Norwegian Cruise Line CEO John W. Chidsey's appointment signals a renewed emphasis on enhancing itineraries, onboard experiences and safety for global travellers.

Thailand most searched destination 2026: Google search data shows Thailand leads British tourists' interest with 822,330 searches.

Ventura drydock at Damen Shipyard in Rotterdam is finished and the ship will begin a 35-night Caribbean and United States cruise on February 27, 2026.

Adventure Canada has unveiled a slate of 2026 Arctic expedition cruises designed to expand access to remote Greenland and the Canadian Arctic while prioritizing sustainable operations.

The Barranquilla Carnival showcases traditional dances like Cumbia, Mapalé and Porro—making the Barranquilla Carnival an essential cultural experience for visitors to Colombia's Caribbean coast.

Central Holidays has introduced immersive Morocco programs that offer tailored cultural, culinary and adventure experiences for travellers from the U.S., India, the UK and Germany.