News for Jetsetters

A Russian woman with permanent U.S. residency, Svetlana Dali, made her first court appearance in Brooklyn on Thursday after authorities charged her with sneaking onto a flight from New York to Paris without proper documentation. The incident has raised concerns about airport security and highlighted Dali's claims of mistreatment following her apprehension.

Luxury cruise line Explora Journeys has announced the inaugural itineraries for its third ship, Explora III, set to debut in the summer of 2026. This highly anticipated vessel will explore western and northern Europe, including scenic voyages to Iceland and Greenland, before heading to North America and the Caribbean for its fall and winter seasons.

Luxury travel operator Abercrombie & Kent has announced plans to open the Kitirua Plains Lodge in Kenya's Amboseli National Park by late 2025. The news was unveiled by Kate Thompson, senior vice president of marketing strategy, during the ILTM Cannes trade show.

The lodge, set near the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro, will feature 16 suites and villas, blending luxury with the surrounding natural beauty. This development aligns with A&K's broader strategy of investing in high-end lodges, camps, and boats under its rebranded A&K Sanctuary portfolio.

Mexico has announced a new $42 immigration tax for cruise ship passengers docking at its ports, a decision sparking widespread criticism from the cruise industry. Approved by Mexico’s Congress, the tax will take effect next month and applies to all cruise visitors previously exempt under the "in transit" category.

A 72-year-old man is feared dead after falling overboard from the Ruby Princess, a cruise ship operated by Princess Cruises, during a five-day voyage along Mexico's coastline. The man, who was traveling alone, was reported missing as the ship docked in San Francisco on Monday morning, December 3.