Terrifying Moment as Cruise Ship Tips
A Princess Cruises’ Crown Princess ship was hit by 86 mph winds, tilting 14 degrees in rough seas near New Zealand, injuring 16 passengers and crew.
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Fire Breaks Out on Carnival Glory
A fire broke out on the Carnival Glory while at sea, but the crew’s quick response prevented injuries. However, some passengers allege mistreatment and intimidation during the aftermath.
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Stowaways On the Allure of the Seas
Two burrowing owls have become the unlikely stars of Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas as they stow away during the ship’s transatlantic voyage from Florida to Spain. The owls’ adventure in the ship’s Central Park has captured the hearts of passengers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.
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Royal Caribbean Faces $5 Million Lawsuit
A passenger, Jessica Haro, files a federal lawsuit against Royal Caribbean after sustaining serious injuries in a jet ski accident during a tour at Perfect Day at CocoCay.
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Tourist Loses Both Hands in Shark Attack
A Canadian tourist was injured by a shark while attempting to take a picture in Turks and Caicos. The attack occurred on February 7, 2025, at Thompson’s Cove Beach. The shark is suspected to be a bull shark.
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Was this Woman’s Cruise Diamond Purchase a Scam?
A woman’s excitement over buying a diamond ring on a Royal Caribbean cruise turns to outrage when she learned the diamonds are lab-grown.
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MSC Has Commendable Response to Emergency
A small electrical fire aboard MSC Seashore disrupts services and alarms passengers, but MSC Cruises handles the situation quickly. All passengers receive a 20% future cruise credit as compensation.
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Superyacht vs. Cruise Ship
A luxury superyacht collided with Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas while docked in Nassau, Bahamas, on December 11th. Despite the minor damage to the cruise ship, no injuries were reported, and the ship resumed its journey after a brief delay.
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Controversial New Tax in Mexico
Starting in 2025, Mexico will impose a $42 fee on cruise passengers, making its ports some of the most expensive in the world. We look at the impact on the cruise industry and local economies.
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Norwegian Faces Backlash from More Cancellations
Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled dozens more sailings for 2025 and 2026, following a series of previous disruptions. Passengers face the challenge of rescheduling, while the cruise line continues to focus on fleet redeployment and profit growth.
