Severe storms and flooding in Barcelona have disrupted travel and delayed Royal Caribbean's Legend of the Seas, leading today's Travel and Cruise Industry News for Monday, October 5, 2026. Also today: Holland America changes a 35-day Zaandam Hawaii and South Pacific cruise, Hurricane Rachel moves away from Mexico, Hurricane Nolo becomes a typhoon after crossing the International Date Line, Marella Cruises announces a new Greek destination, Disney Cruise Line prepares for a major Disney Believe reveal, and travelers face weather and airline disruptions in Thailand and Portugal. Subscribe for the latest cruise news, itinerary changes, travel alerts, new cruise ships, ports and accessible travel information.
We begin this Monday morning in the Mediterranean, where severe weather and torrential rain have created major transportation problems in and around Barcelona—and one of Royal Caribbean’s newest ships has been caught right in the middle of it.
We also have a significant itinerary change involving a 35-day Holland America voyage, a brand-new cruise program from Marella Cruises, an upcoming Disney Cruise Line announcement, and several important travel alerts.
So grab that first cup of coffee, and let’s get started.