Travel & Cruise Industry News

Good morning, everybody! I’m Chillie Falls, and welcome to Travel and Cruise Industry News for Wednesday, October 28, 2026.Our lead today is the story we flagged yesterday: Villa Vie Odyssey has suspended operations in Cambodia, and residents have been ordered off the ship. We now have the company’s public response as well as firsthand accounts of what residents are facing.We also have newly announced Carnival voyages, Royal Caribbean’s latest business results, and a quick roundup.Then John Reitmeier and I sit down with travel writer Terri Guthrie for our full 48-minute conversation about travel and Amtrak’s Mardi Gras journey from New Orleans to Mobile. It was a wonderful interview, and I’m delighted to share it with you.So settle in, grab a cup of coffee, and let’s get started! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chillie Falls for Travel and Cruise Industry News for Monday, October 26, 2026. Today: Mein Schiff 3’s collision and cancelled Canary Islands voyage, MSC Virtuosa’s itinerary changes, Carnival’s FunPacks deadline and upcoming pricing changes, plus our quick news roundup. Then explore BOSTON ON WHEELS, featuring Chillie’s personal Fenway memories, seafood stops, waterfront adventures, hotel insights, and practical wheelchair travel planning—including actual footage of a challenging dinner-cruise unloading. FREE Travel Tracker: https://accessadventure.net/tracker Subscribe for cruise news, accessible travel, and firsthand adventures. #CruiseNews #BostonOnWheels #AccessibleTravel #MeinSchiff3 #ChillieFalls Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

That brings us to the end of today's Travel and Cruise Industry News. Tell me in the comments which story caught your attention—and whether a private onboard retreat or a new dining option would influence your next cruise choice.Thanks for spending part of your Friday with me. Please give the show a thumbs-up, subscribe, and share it with someone who enjoys cruising and accessible travel.And remember, you can record the places you've visited with the free Access Adventure Travel Tracker at accessadventure.net/tracker.I'm Chillie Falls. Keep exploring, keep asking those accessibility questions, and keep making travel memories. Have a great weekend! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

That was our wheelchair accessible look at Indianapolis. If you've visited with a wheelchair or mobility scooter, share your experience in the comments. The details you learned could make someone else's trip easier.Thanks for spending part of your Wednesday with me. Please give the show a thumbs-up, subscribe, and share it with someone who enjoys cruising and accessible travel.And remember, you can record the places you've visited with the free Access Adventure Travel Tracker at accessadventure.net/tracker.I'm Chillie Falls. Keep exploring, keep asking those accessibility questions, and keep making travel memories. We'll see you next time! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Explore wheelchair-accessible Halifax, Nova Scotia, with Chillie Falls on Travel and Cruise Industry Podcast.This destination feature covers planning a day along the Halifax waterfront, visiting the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, arranging a Citadel visit, considering a harbour ferry trip, and exploring the accessible viewing deck at Peggy’s Cove.We also look at Halifax food—including lobster rolls, seafood chowder, fish and chips, and donairs—and the accessibility questions to ask before choosing a restaurant.This is a researched planning guide. Confirm current access arrangements, transportation suitability, opening hours, and restaurant accommodations directly before visiting.Plan your travels with the Access Adventure Travel Tracker:https://accessadventure.net/trackerSubscribe for accessible travel features, cruise coverage, and food reviews with Chillie Falls. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.