News for Jetsetters

Classic Vacations has joined forces with Project Expedition to enhance their excursion options, providing travel advisors with an array of bookable and commissionable tours and activities. Through Classic's new booking engine, advisors can now seamlessly integrate Project Expedition's extensive content into their clients' itineraries, ensuring a comprehensive travel experience.

Hyatt Hotels Corp. has announced a strategic alliance with Under Canvas, integrating the glamping brand's 13 outdoor resorts into its World of Hyatt loyalty program. This partnership allows members to book stays at Under Canvas locations and the luxury Ulum Moab through Hyatt's booking channels, earning and redeeming World of Hyatt points in the process.

Placer County officials have issued a health advisory for the Carnelian Bay area of Lake Tahoe following a significant sewage spill on Thursday evening. The spill has led to the closure of Carnelian West Beach and Patton Beach as cleanup efforts continue and water quality tests are conducted.

Delta Air Lines is experiencing a severe operational meltdown, with flight cancellations and delays continuing for the fifth consecutive day following last week's global tech outage. As of 2 p.m. ET, the airline had canceled 466 flights, with its regional carrier Endeavor Air canceling another 28. This crisis has affected an estimated half a million passengers, disrupted travel plans, and prompted a federal investigation.

Carnival Corporation & plc, the world's largest cruise company, has announced an exciting expansion of its Carnival Cruise Line fleet with the order of three new ships. This landmark agreement with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri will introduce a new class of liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered vessels, set for delivery in the summers of 2029, 2031, and 2033.