Brinley Hineman

Low water levels on the Danube and Rhine have disrupted itineraries, and river cruise lines have added costs in an effort to satisfy customers during a difficult summer.

Abercrombie & Kent will offer a 28-day private jet tour visiting all seven continents, starting January 2028, with highlights including Antarctica and Easter Island, priced from $225,000 per person.

| Aug 20, 2026 | All six passengers and the pilot were killed in a helicopter crash in Kenya on Wednesday.

| Aug 20, 2026 | Abercrombie & Kent will send guests around the world on its first private jet journey to visit all seven continents in 2028.

APT, an Australian luxury tour operator, is promoting its river cruises to North American travel advisors. APT is highlighting its unique Australian culture and "relaxed luxury" philosophy.

Hotel Solea in Carlsbad, Calif., recently reopened after a $26 million renovation, blending a European aesthetic with Southern California vibes. Formerly the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort, the property now offers luxury-minded guests an escape.

The Douro River's port authority has capped cruise ships to prevent overtourism, which travel advisors applaud.

Viking has honored seven travel advisors as godparents of its newest river ships, recognizing them for their contributions to the brand.

| Aug 26, 2026 Flash floods in a border area of Nepal and China on Wednesday killed at least 95 people and left hundreds of tourists, workers and others missing, reported the Associated Press.

The tour operator's CEO, Heidi Durflinger, said EF is tapping into "a growing segment."