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February 27, 2025
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News - Today's Top Stories
Plane Crashes, FAA Upheaval and the Biggest Air Travel News From February 2025

Commercial plane crashes in North America, large-scale job cuts to key agencies and potential mergers have defined the past few tumultuous weeks.

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How to Make the Most of Spring Break Travel

Travelers shouldn't settle for just any old getaway in 2025. Plan spring break right and your next trip may just be the one that you never forget.

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Destinations
Trump Administration Unveils Gold Card Plan to Replace Current Visa Programs

The Trump administration proposed a "gold card" system to replace the EB-5 visa program, allowing foreign investors to become American citizens for $5 million. More details are expected soon.

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Cruise
Live Long and Prosper: This Cruise Will Celebrate 60th Anniversary of 'Star Trek'

A week-long Caribbean cruise celebrating the 60th anniversary of "Star Trek" will take place in February 2026, featuring appearances by William Shatner and other stars, on Royal Caribbean's Adventure of the Seas.

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Royal Caribbean Unveils Short Cruises for 2026-27

Royal Caribbean International will offer 2- to 5-night Caribbean cruises in 2026-27, with bookings open to loyalty members first on February 27.

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Holland America Line Debuts New Specialty Sushi Restaurant

Holland America Line is launching a specialty sushi bar on five ships, featuring a menu by chef Masaharu Morimoto, with availability expanding through June 2025.

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Pittsburgh Steelers to Host First Fan Cruise in 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers will host their first fan cruise in 2026 aboard the Norwegian Escape, with former players participating in various events.

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Airlines & Airports
Turkish Airlines Launches Global Package Holiday Brand

Turkish Airlines is launching a global package holiday brand, offering travelers the ability to book flights, hotels, tours, and more worldwide, with a U.S. rollout in the coming months.

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SAS Destination Unknown Experience Already Sold Out

Scandinavian Airlines' "Destination Unknown" trip for EuroBonus members sold out in 4 minutes, offering a surprise destination travel experience. The next trip departs in April 2025.

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Travel Advisors
Intrepid Travel Unveils Enhanced Agent Discount Program

Travel agents are seeing key updates to Intrepid Travel's enhanced agent discount program, including 50 savings on bookings.

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Tour Operators
G Adventures Unveils New 18-Thirtysomethings Adventure Trips

G-Adventures has announced 30 new 18-Thirtysomethings adventure trips for 2025.

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Breeze Travel Solutions Announces Launch of Caribbean Travel & Tours

Breeze Travel Solution unveils Caribbean Travel & Tours, the Caribbean's first travel one-stop-shopping booking experience.

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People
Petra Roach to Step Down as Grenada Tourism CEO

 The leader will play an “active role” in identifying a replacement, say officials.

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Features & Advice
Airbnb and Other Travel Companies Stop Offering Animal Rides at Giza Pyramids After PETA Investigation

A PETA investigation finds camels and horses used at Giza violently beaten, malnourished, exhausted and bodies dumped in trash sites.

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Entertainment
Universal Orlando Resort Introduces Enhanced Magical Wand Experiences in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Guests will find even more magic in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort with the addition of new, enhanced wand experiences.

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