Turks and Caicos Denies Docking of Princess Ship with Illness Outbreak
The Turks and Caicos Government have blocked a cruise ship from docking at Grand Turk due to multiple cases of illness onboard. The Enchanted Princess was denied just 30 minutes before its scheduled arrival, Princess Cruises said. Dozens Reported Ill Onboard Ship The Turks and Caicos said it denied the ship after a review of […]
Juneau, Alaska Raising Cruise Ship Dock Fees
Some cruisers will pay more to visit Juneau Alaska starting from the 2026 season. The Juneau Assembly approved a hike in fees for cruise ships to dock at the city-owned port facilities. The docking fees will virtually double, although city officials say the cruise lines are still getting a good deal. The rise just brings […]
Holland America Launches Royal Dutch Tea Experience on Sea Days
Holland America Line is rolling out a complimentary Royal Dutch Tea service across its fleet, offering Dutch-inspired treats, gluten-free options and midafternoon elegance on sea days.
Cruise Ship Toilets Are Breaking, Here’s What’s Causing It
Carnival Cruise Line is asking passengers to toss wet wipes in the trash rather than flushing them after repeated clogs disabled multiple cabins’ toilets and required labor-intensive pipe repairs.
A Carnival Cruise in November is Now Adults Only
Carnival Cruise Line is changing course for one of its upcoming voyages. The November 1, 2025, sailing aboard Carnival Magic has been reclassified as a Casino Event cruise and will now be adults-only, allowing only guests aged 21 and up. The change was announced via an official letter sent to booked passengers on May 20. […]
MSC Cruises Overhauls Specialty Dining With Fixed Pricing and Flexible Packages
MSC Cruises has rolled out a new era of specialty dining across its fleet, aiming to simplify the experience and boost value for guests. The updates, announced on May 21, include fixed-price menus and fully customizable dining packages available on most MSC ships. New Dining on MSC The new model centers around guest flexibility and […]
Casino on a Cruise Ship: Sail, Spin, and Win at Sea
Picture this: ocean views, a cocktail in hand, and a blackjack table, all on a cruise ship. Cruise casinos mix luxury travel with real-money gaming, offering slot machines, poker, and more at sea. Whether you’re new or experienced, there’s something for everyone. In this guide, we’ll cover the games, rules at sea, top cruise lines, […]
Norovirus Precautions Postpone Cruise Departure in Sydney
Embarkation for the Crown Princess in Sydney on May 20 was delayed due to sanitation protocols following a gastrointestinal illness outbreak on the previous sailing. Contacting Passengers In a letter to booked guests, Princess said: “Please be advised there will be a slight delay in the embarkation process for your upcoming Crown Princess voyage departing […]
Carnival’s Prepares for Summer Surge: 2.8M Burgers, 13M Ice Cream Cones
Carnival Cruise Line is preparing for a record-breaking summer. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, it expects to carry nearly two million guests aboard its largest fleet to date. The season will also mark the much-anticipated July 19 opening of Celebration Key, Carnival’s new exclusive destination on Grand Bahama. “Summer is the busiest time for […]
48 Crimes Reported on Cruise Ships in Early 2025
Newly released data from the U.S. Department of Transportation shows 48 crimes were reported aboard cruise ships during the first three months of 2025, continuing a post-pandemic rise in incidents at sea. The majority of those crimes—33 cases—involved sexual assault, followed by seven reports each of serious physical assault and theft over $10,000. This is […]