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Amsterdam Draws a Line in the Water
Amsterdam is considering a full ban on ocean-faring cruise ships by 2035 as part of…
Royal Caribbean Takes the Lead as Industry Crime Numbers Stay Elevated
Royal Caribbean led cruise ship crimes in Q4 2025 as sexual assaults dominated DOT reports…
Unions Takes On Carnival Cruises Over ‘Extreme Exploitation’
Victorian unions accuse Carnival Cruises of paying crew as little as $2.50 an hour, sparking…
Mexico’s New Law Puts Cruise Travelers on Notice
Mexico has implemented a strict nationwide vape ban, and cruise travelers could face fines, confiscation,…
When Remote Work Collides With Cruise Ship Etiquette
Cruise ship WiFi has transformed vacations into remote work opportunities, but a viral onboard incident…
Cruise Ship Photobombs Space History
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 mission safely splashed down off the California coast, with an unexpected cruise…
The One Thing That Doesn’t Belong on a Cruise
When political conversations spill into shared spaces, your relaxing cruise escape becomes a stressful environment.
Nassau Is About to Have Some Competition
Cruise lines may soon look beyond Nassau as Mayaguana emerges as a new Bahamas cruise…
One Passenger’s Dinner Routine Divides Cruisers
A main dining room dispute aboard a cruise ship sparks debate over food quality, passenger…
NCL Has Been Breaking Maritime Rules Since the ’90s
Norwegian Cruise Line revives its iconic “It’s Different Out Here” tagline with a bold new…
Legend of the Seas Sets a New Course for Family Cruising in 2026
Discover Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas, the massive Icon Class cruise ship launching in…
You’ll Pay Dramatically More to Cruise in 2026
Cruise prices, drink packages, and specialty dining are rising in 2026. Find out what’s changing…
A New Royal Caribbean Ship Class? Industry Buzz Points to an Imminent Announcement
Industry buzz is heating up around Royal Caribbean. Rumors point to the long-awaited Discovery Class…
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Great Stirrup Cay Just Got Bigger, Bolder, and Way More Fun
Norwegian Cruise Line is transforming Great Stirrup Cay with a massive 1.4-acre pool, adults-only Vibe…
Royal Caribbean’s New Terminal Signals Miami’s Cruise Future
Royal Caribbean breaks ground on Miami’s $345M Terminal G, designed for mega cruise ships like…