Southwest Airlines and Icelandair have announced plans to officially launch an interline partnership in February, marking a significant shift for Southwest, which has largely avoided airline partnerships in recent decades. The collaboration builds on a memorandum of understanding the two carriers reached in September.

St. Pete Beach has a new reason to shine as the Hotel Zamora reveals a stunning $7.5 million renovation, elevating it to a 4-star luxury destination on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Alongside this transformation, the hotel introduces Azura Coastal Kitchen & Bar, a new dining hotspot replacing the former Castille restaurant.

For those planning to travel more in 2025, Japan stands out as one of the world’s safest destinations. According to Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection's annual travel safety report, released in October, Japan claimed the top spot in Asia and secured the ninth position globally.

Disney Cruise Line has announced an ambitious fleet expansion, set to grow to 13 ships by 2031. The Disney Treasure, the newest ship, will debut in late 2024, followed by the Disney Destiny and Disney Adventure in 2025. In 2027, a fourth Wish-class ship will launch, capable of hosting 4,000 passengers and powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG).

Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal CityWalk temporarily closed on January 8 due to severe wildfire conditions fueled by intense winds in the Los Angeles area. The closure marks the first shutdown for the popular theme park since the COVID-19 pandemic. Park officials confirmed that operations are expected to resume on January 9, emphasizing that the safety of staff and visitors remains a top priority.