Carnival Status Match: How to Transfer Your VIFP Status to Another Cruise Line

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Following Carnival Cruise Line’s June announcement that it will begin requiring members of its loyalty program to requalify for elite status every two years, many Carnival loyalists have said they’re considering switching cruise brands. But what’s a passenger to do if they’ve spent decades climbing the loyalty ladder and don’t want to leave their hard-earned […]

Police Reveal How 5-Year-Old Fell Overboard on Disney Cruise

A large Disney Cruise ship with multiple decks and red funnels sails near a harbor under a partly cloudy sky. The white vessel with dark lower decks glides through calm water, offering excitement for every 5-year-old on board.

Florida Police issued a public update on the dramatic overboard incident on a Disney ship involving a five-year old girl. The child went overboard and her father leapt in to save her. They were both rescued and brought back to the ship within about 20 minutes. Brevard Sheriff’s Office issued an update on the incident […]

Tourist Hidden Gems in Gozo You Need to Explore

A harbor with several colorful boats docked in calm water, with stone buildings and a large church on a hill in the background under a clear blue sky—one of the hidden gems Gozo has to offer for those who love to explore Gozo’s authentic charm.

Gozo, Malta’s quieter, greener sister island, holds far more than the famed Ġgantija Temples and Dwejra’s Blue Hole. Beneath its rustic charm and winding limestone roads lies a network of secluded coves, forgotten chapels, and authentic experiences that only the curious traveller discovers. If you’re looking to avoid crowds and immerse yourself in true Gozitan […]

How Crypto is Changing Cruise Transactions

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Something’s shifting in the cruise industry, and it’s happening faster than most people realise. While passengers have traditionally relied on credit cards and cash for their maritime adventures, a growing number of cruise lines are embracing cryptocurrency payments. This isn’t just about following tech trends—it’s about addressing real operational challenges and meeting evolving passenger expectations. […]

Mexico Cruise Passenger Fee Takes Effect

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Mexico has recently started imposing a new cruise passenger fee for all ships making Mexico cruise calls. The $5 tax, originally called the Non-Resident Duty, applies to all port calls. The fee was originally set at a hefty $42, leading to fierce cruise industry opposition. A compromise was eventually reached to half the cost, which […]

Mayor of Nice Angrily Confronts Cruise Ship Crew

A large white and blue cruise ship is anchored near a forested coastline, with houses visible on the hillside in the background, under a clear blue sky—a scene reminiscent of the Mayor of Nice’s coastal jurisdiction.

The Mayor of Nice, France had an angry confrontation with cruise ship crew just days after new ship restrictions came into force. Nice Mayor Christian Estrosi, who is also president of the Nice-Côte d’Azur metropolitan area, met Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas, anchored in the bay off Villefranche sur Mer. Confrontation Filmed by TV […]

Body of Missing Cruise Guest Found in Alaska

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The days-long search for a missing cruise guest in Alaska has concluded with the discovery of a body. Authorities said search and rescue crews recovered the body around midday Thursday, which was found around 1,700 feet beneath the Gold Ridge ridgeline near Juneau. It was first spotted by an Alaska Army National Guard Helicopter crew. […]

Cruise Passenger Goes Missing During Alaska Hike

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A search and rescue operation is continuing in Alaska after a cruise ship guest was reported missing while hiking. Marites Buenafe, 62 from Kentucky, arrived in Juneau, Alaska aboard Norwegian Bliss early on Tuesday. She had told family members she planned to hike the mountains above Juneau. Kentucky Woman Hiked Alone and Hasn’t Been Sighted […]

French Riviera Port Cracks Down on Large Cruise Ships

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Cannes, on the French Riviera, is the latest port destination to crack down on cruise ship traffic. The City Council voted to adopt new cruise ship restrictions that will take effect on January 1, 2026. Ships Up to 1,000 Guests Can Dock It calls for a ban on cruise ships accommodating more than 1,000 guests […]

Dozens Suing Cruise Line Over Multiple Ship Outbreaks 

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Dozens of cruise guests have joined a lawsuit seeking damages from UK-based P&O Cruises over several ‘nightmare’ sailings that left many cruisers sick. At least 60 guests are suing the cruise line, and some of these claimed they suffered health issues for many weeks afterwards. Multiple Outbreaks on The Same Ship Over the Past Year […]