Vacation Buzz Headlines- June

MSC Expands Wellness Experience
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In 2026, MSC Cruises will expand its Aurea Spa offerings as wellness tourism continues to grow. Guests can expect new services designed to enhance relaxation, beauty, and self-care while sailing. These experiences will be available for an additional cost. Here are a few highlights:

• IV therapy, aesthetic injectables, dermal fillers, and permanent makeup performed by licensed professionals.
• Cutting-edge hydro-microdermabrasion technology and premium skincare solutions from the renowned brand Opatra London.
• Personalized skin assessments with tailored treatment recommendations and product guidance.
• A deeply relaxing scalp and hair ritual inspired by traditional Japanese wellness practices, rolling out fleetwide in summer 2026.
• Advanced whitening treatments delivered by qualified specialists using the latest technology.
• Men’s grooming experiences, including scalp consultations and therapeutic massage treatments.
• Safe, hygienic piercing services using hypoallergenic jewelry.

Look for these new offerings on your next MSC cruise.

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Carnival Introduces New Bars and Dining Experiences

In 2027 and 2028, the new Carnival Festival and Carnival Tropicale will set sail, bringing fresh bars, dining experiences, and specialty restaurants to the fleet.

Among the new specialty dining options, Emeril’s Coastal Seafood by Emeril Lagasse will feature coastal cuisine, while Uku Lei Lei will serve Hawaiian and Asian specialties. Fetaccine will offer a Mediterranean-style menu inspired by Greek and Italian cuisine. Exclusively on Carnival Festival, Le Bistro Musicale will serve French dishes in a unique onboard setting.

New bars coming to Carnival Festival include Spark and Mix. Spark will be a live music venue featuring song-themed drinks, while Mix will offer specialty craft cocktails and options for guests to create their own custom drinks.

In addition, fleetwide dining updates will include refreshed menus for the main dining room, Lido Marketplace, and BlueIguana Cantina. New pop-up experiences, such as ice cream and milkshake bars, are also expected to debut.

Overall, the dining refresh will be a welcome change and something for Carnival guests to look forward to on future sailings.

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AAA Announces Five Diamond Awards for Hotels and Restaurants
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​AAA Announces Five Diamond Awards for Hotels and Restaurants
Each year, the Five Diamond Award recognizes some of the top hotels and restaurants in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Here are a few standout honorees:
Hotels

• Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Los Cabos
• Four Seasons Resort Lanai in Hawaii
• Four Seasons Hotel Montreal
• Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun, Mexico
• The Peninsula New York
• Aman New York

Restaurants

• Per Se, Jean-Georges, and Eleven Madison Park in New York
• Victoria & Albert’s in Lake Buena Vista, Florida
• Herons in Cary, North Carolina
• Restaurant Laurie Raphaël in Quebec City, Canada
• La Mer in Honolulu, Hawaii

These hotels and restaurants are more than exceptional places to stay and dine—they are dream destinations that represent the very best in luxury travel.

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​Catch the World Cup While You Travel

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​If you are flying over the next few weeks, you may be able to catch the World Cup matches while you travel. Access will be available in select Admirals Club and Flagship Lounges located in host cities, where guests can enjoy viewing areas, themed menus, and specialty drinks. Travelers may also find celebrations at select gates for marquee matchups.
Participating airports include Atlanta, Boston, Dallas/Fort Worth, Newark, New York-JFK, George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, San Francisco, Toronto, and Philadelphia.

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