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Viral TikTok Shows Cruise Passenger Trapped Inside Water Slide Over Ocean

Two side-by-side images show a cruise passenger sliding through a transparent enclosed water slide that extends over the side of a ship above the ocean, with water and railings visible—perfect for your next viral TikTok moment.

A viral TikTok video has captured a scary moment when a cruise passenger became trapped inside a transparent water slide more than 100 feet above the roaring ocean, desperately trying to wiggle to safety. Passenger Stuck in Transparent Tube The 13-second video shows a woman trapped inside what appears to be Norwegian Cruise Line’s Ocean […]

Texas Family Faces $13K Medical Bill After Royal Caribbean Cruise

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A Texas family’s cruise vacation turned into a financial nightmare when their daughter suffered a medical emergency aboard a Royal Caribbean ship, resulting in over $13,000 in out-of-pocket medical expenses. Emergency Strikes Two Days Into Cruise Khiali Baxter was just two days and five hours into her first cruise with her boyfriend when she became […]

Man Returning from Carnival Cruise Faces Federal Charges for Illegal Images

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A cruise ship passenger has been arrested after an inspection by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers uncovered child pornography images on his phone. He was detained at PortMiami after returning from a cruise aboard Carnival Cruise Line’s Horizon. Jason Alan Miller, 48, faces charges of transportation and possession of child pornography, according to […]

World Bank: Caribbean Cruise Revenue is World’s Lowest

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The Caribbean is the least successful region in the world in terms of revenue generated per cruise visitor. Despite being the top destination region for cruise vacations, the Caribbean has failed to fully capitalize of this, says a World Bank official. Lilia Burunciuc, World Bank director for the Caribbean says this current tourism model is […]

Carnival Cruise Line Says Missing Guest Left Ship to “Be on her Own”

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Carnival Cruise Line has issued a statement following the ongoing disappearance of a cruise guest, who left the Carnival Horizon cruise ship last week while it docked in Bonaire. Mystery has surrounded the woman’s whereabouts with local authorities including police conducting an island-wide search operation for the past few days. The cruise line says 47-year-old […]

Cruise Industry Warns of Major Disruption If PortMiami Loses Fuel Terminal

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Cruise industry leaders and other stakeholders have warned lawmakers the world’s cruise capital is facing a potential fuel supply crisis. PortMiami’s fuel bunkering supply is privately owned offsite at Fisher Island. Current owner TransMontaigne Partners recently agreed to sell it to an undisclosed buyer. New Buyer Wants to Shut Down Port’s Fuel Facility The new […]

Finding Quiet Corners: Exploring Australia’s Most Peaceful Waters by Yacht

The Sydney Opera House is seen across peaceful waters under a clear blue sky, with an Australia yacht on the harbor and part of a large bridge visible at the top of the image.

Australia is a treasure trove for keen explorers, especially if you fancy a bit of adventure by yacht. There are countless shorelines and winding waterways that are out of reach for cars and coaches, meaning you can discover peaceful spots most visitors never lay eyes on. Glide into calm bays and hidden coves, surrounded by […]

Cruise Passenger Dead After Fall During Alaska Hike

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A cruise guest has died and another was injured during a hiking excursion near Juneau, Alaska this week. It happened during the hike on the Mount Roberts Trail. The two men mistakenly veered off the main trail and fell, according to Alaska State Troopers. They went off trail near an aerial tramway that takes cruise […]

Small Ship Renaissance: Why More Travelers Are Sailing Ships Under 1,200 Guests

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The cruise industry is changing fast. For years, megaships with water parks, endless buffets, and Broadway‑style theaters were the symbol of seagoing vacations. Now, more people are turning to smaller ships that carry fewer than 1,200 guests. These vessels offer a different kind of travel: personal, flexible, and full of access to places the giants […]

Filipino Crew Members Removed From Carnival Pride Spark Protest

A group of people hold a banner reading "Defend Filipino Seafarers" at a protest for Filipino crew members. Two individuals stand in front, one speaking into a microphone, while others hold signs behind a chain-link fence.

A group of approximately 35 demonstrators gathered outside Carnival Cruise Line’s terminal in Baltimore today following reports that four Filipino crew members were forcibly removed from Carnival Pride earlier this month. According to accounts shared during the rally, the crew were taken from the ship by U.S. immigration authorities on September 7 and deported without […]