Costa Cruise Brawls Ignites the Mediterranean
Thirteen young passengers have been reported to Palermo prosecutors after a violent brawl aboard Costa Smeralda between Naples and Palermo, according to Italian authorities.
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Can I Sit on My Balcony Railing During My Cruise?
Cruise ship balcony photo sparks safety debate. Here’s the current regulations and recent cruise news say about balcony railing safety.
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What happens when you drink too much on a cruise?
A Carnival Firenze passenger went viral after 15 Patrón shots allegedly cost her the drink package, room access and balcony door handle. Here’s what Carnival’s alcohol policy says.
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The Names That Never Made It to Sea
Royal Caribbean has trademarked dozens of unusual cruise ship names, from Journey and Nova to Happy and Love. Here’s what the names reveal about future ships.
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NCL Cruisers Get Locked Out of Their Own Vacation
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Great Tides Waterpark is now open at Great Stirrup Cay. Discover the 19 slides, 800-foot river, cliff jumps, costs and influencer controversy.
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Man Who “Cried Wolf” On A Cruise Indicted
A Chicago man faces up to five years in federal prison after an alleged cruise ship bomb threat. Here’s what happened and what cruisers should know about ship security.
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The Wild Sting Operation On The MSC Seascape
Cruise drama explained: Vanessa Phillips’ viral sting operation, Armonte Wilson’s response, the alleged $1,100 dispute and why the bizarre saga has taken over social media.
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New Program, Same Problems
Carnival Platinum perks are being canceled on two September 5 sailings, but the problem predates Carnival Rewards. Here’s why the loyalty overhaul may take years to fix it.
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Even Cruise Ships Struggle To Parallel Park
Carnival Breeze scraped the Cozumel pier on August 31, 2026. Here’s what happened, the damage reported, why the ship hit the dock and what passengers should know.
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RIP, VIFP. Carnival Rewards Is Finally Here
Carnival Rewards replaces VIFP on September 1, 2026. Here’s what changes with Stars, Points, Platinum, Diamond status, milestones and the launch-day website issues.
