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Travel advisors say they are witnessing a reluctance to give up vacation plans no matter what the economy brings.

How will the travel industry fare in a global recession?The good news is that even with the economic downturn, consumers are still prioritising travel.

A recession seems to be looming just as the travel industry starts soaring.

Disney Cruise Line acquires Global Dream shipThe unfinished Global Dream previously under Dream Cruises will join Disney Cruise Line's fleet in 2025.

The plan to connect the lakes has almost a century in the making.

Switzerland gets a lake up with direct rail access between lakesThe new train route will take visitors directly between Lake Geneva and the Thun and Brienz lakes.

Marriott launches new brand for serviced apartmentsThe hotel giant is expanding its presence in serviced apartments with the launch of Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy.

The Islands of Tahiti comprise 118 islands and atolls set across five archipelagos.

French Polynesia wants cruise visitors to tread lightlyNew terminal upgrades facilities, but super-sized ships will be banned.

The village has been abandoned for more than 30 years.

Entire Spanish village with hotel on sale for only $265,000The sale comprises 44 homes, a hotel, a church and swimming pool but the catch is that it has been abandoned for years.

The Northern Lights puts on a spectacular show for Hurtigruten passengers.

Hurtigruten’s Northern Lights journey comes with a promiseGuests who don’t see Nature’s amazing light show will get an additional free trip.

Carnival Cruise Line has taken delivery of its newest cruise ship at a ceremony at Meyer Turku in Finland.

Time to celebrate as Carnival’s latest ship sets sailLights made to look like confetti, a roller coaster and water park on one very big ship.

The Riverside Mozart is the first ship sailing for Riverside Luxury Cruises, a new river cruise company launched by German hospitality group Seaside Collection.

Music to the ears: There’s a new Mozart on the DanubeRiver cruise line launches with the former Crystal Mozart.

Best Western’s journey from Best Western Motel in 1948 to SureStay in 2019.

There’s nothing quite like HOME, says BWH Hotel GroupNew extended stay brand will focus on ‘options, not mandates’ to encourage hoteliers and satisfy guests.