Author: Morgan Hines, USA TODAY

Royal Caribbean International is the first cruise line to receive approval for one of its ships to do a test sailing in U.S. waters.

President Joe Biden signed the Alaska Tourism Restoration Act into law which will allow cruise ships to visit Alaska.

Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Odyssey of the Seas, dropped off several crew members in Spain who have tested positive for the COVID-19 virus.

Expedition cruises provide the kind of adventure that put them at the top of “bucket list” or “brag-worthy” vacation lists.

Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Princess, Holland America and Carnival announced plans to resume cruising this summer, including some voyages to Alaska.

The hotel industry is easing mask and social distancing guidance for vaccinated guests in the USA on the heels of new CDC guidance.

Visitors to SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Orlando, Disney World and Tampa’s Busch Gardens are no longer are required to wear masks while outdoors.

Carnival Cruise Line announced Tuesday that it is planning to restart its U.S. operations with 3 ships sailing out of ports in Texas and Florida.

The defining line between business travel and leisure travel is beginning to blur, according to Marriott International CEO Tony Capuano.