Brinley Hineman

A s the U.S. gets closer to celebrating its 250th birthday on July 4, travel industry stakeholders wonder if the occasion, which the White House

EF Go Ahead Tours has partnered with the von Trapp Family Lodge & Resort to offer new tours from Vermont to Austria, led by Kristina von Trapp Frame, expanding their North America collection and emphasizing the von Trapp family's immigrant story.

A visitor on an Intrepid Travel tour experiences Nubian home cooking in Egypt, enjoying a meal with a local family in Aswan and exploring modern, living culture alongside historical sites.

With two new AmaWaterways ships, the Magdalena River got its first taste of tourism in years, and local communities are embracing visitors while working with the line to protect the region's nature and culture.

During Intrepid's call in Luxor, I toured Animal Care in Egypt, a charity that provides veterinary care for animals that are commonly used in the tourism industry, like horses, donkeys and camels.

Avalon Waterways is introducing land and river cruise itineraries by combining Avalon river cruises with Globus land tours in Britain, Ireland, Italy, Switzerland, Spain and France, offering curated multi-country experiences without logistical hassle.

Princess Cruises and the Singapore Tourism Board have partnered to expand the cruise line's presence in Singapore from 2027 through 2030, deploying three ships and aiming to attract more than 150,000 passengers, as part of growing demand for Asia Pacific sailings.

Tourism in Cuba has halved due to an energy crisis, airline disruptions and geopolitical tensions, with visitor numbers plummeting particularly from the U.S. Tour operators adapt by using electric vehicles, but cancellations are common.

Leah Talactac, Viking's new CEO, is seen as a logical successor to founder Torstein Hagen due to her extensive experience within the company. Her appointment was expected by analysts and ensures continuity, as she has been integral to Viking's strategic and financial leadership.

Groups are immersed in Moorish culture, zipping from Granada to Morocco. A Sahara Desert camp experience is the most memorable stay.