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Wednesday, November 4, 2026
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On location in Kenya: PAX is travelling from Nairobi to the Indian Ocean by rail and 4x4 on Intrepid Travel’s new “Kenya by Rail” tour, complete with elephants against a Kilimanjaro backdrop and a few surprising hippo facts. First in a three-part series.
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Jamaica is approaching three million visitors in 2026 as its tourism sector continues to recover from Hurricane Melissa, Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett told travel advisors in Winnipeg last week.
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Canadian stayover arrivals to the Cayman Islands rose 41 per cent in the first nine months of 2026, with expanded winter air service set to bring more options for Canadian travellers.
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Cardiff leads Skyscanner’s list of trending destinations for Canadians in 2027, with flight searches up nearly 1,046 per cent. The Welsh capital recorded the largest airfare decline. The report finds 80 per cent of Canadians plan to travel as much or more in 2027 compared with the previous year.
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According to CBS News, MSC Cruises has cancelled an 11-night MSC Poesia sailing after the U.S. Coast Guard detained the ship in Miami. MSC Cruises shared that guests will receive a full refund and assistance getting home.
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Air Canada Vacations has partnered with Juniper Travel Technology to modernize its vacation booking platform. The multi-year project aims to expand product access, improve customization and give travel advisors more flexible tools. Plans include stronger integration with Air Canada and Aeroplan, plus more digital self-service options for travellers and advisors.
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Spanish hotel brand Amàre Hotels has made its Americas debut with a new adults-only all-inclusive resort in Cancún. Amàre Cancún, Curio by Hilton, brings Mediterranean-inspired dining, rooftop infinity pools and a Michelin-starred chef’s concept to Playa Langosta. Read on for the details.
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Trafalgar River Cruises has announced Black Friday savings, including buy one, get one 50 per cent off featured European sailings and up to 20 per cent off other select departures. The sale opens to all customers Nov. 5 and runs through Dec. 3, with featured offers changing throughout the promotion.
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Silversea has launched its Black Friday sale, offering savings of up to 45 per cent on more than 850 voyages sailing from 2026 through 2029. Bookings must be made by Dec. 7, with reduced deposits starting at 15 per cent for guests booking All-Inclusive Plus fares across every suite category.
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CroisiEurope is marking its 50th anniversary with a program of 29 festive cruises, combining Christmas markets, seasonal traditions and onboard celebrations across Europe.
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Ports of Stockholm expects 154 cruise calls and approximately 277,000 passengers in 2026, up 13 per cent and eight per cent respectively. Two cruise lines and seven ships made their first visits this year, while shore power connections reached 59 calls. Cruise visits continue throughout the year, including winter sailings.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Istanbul’s side streets offer more than a bite to eat. PAX was on location exploring Istiklal Caddesi and its surroundings with a local guide, discovering pide, Turkish coffee, historic churches and neighbourhood food stops that connect visitors with the city’s culinary traditions, cultural history and everyday life beyond the crowds.
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Travel advisors with clients heading to France this week should monitor transport updates ahead of a nationwide strike planned for Thursday, Nov. 5, with rail disruption expected and the impact on flights still uncertain.
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Royal Caribbean has suspended all visits to Labadee, Haiti, across its fleet through April 2028, extending the destination’s absence from its cruise itineraries.
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