Several Injuries After New York Charter Boat Slams into Pier
Dozens of people were injured after a New York City pleasure boat crashed into Hudson River pier late on Saturday afternoon. The Timeless mega yacht, which offers parties and cruises, was docking when a line apparently snapped, causing it to collide with the pier. It was carrying about 350 passengers and crew. Passengers Transported to […]
Couple’s Cruise Vacation Ruined After Kitchen Waste Floods Stateroom
A UK couple got a rude awakening in their stateroom during a recent Caribbean cruise. Pam and Ken Jackson, from Merseyside, were doused in foul-smelling kitchen waste due to a pipe leak. According to the couple, they were covered in “horrible slush” as they slept, which also covered the bed and many of their belongings. […]
Trainwreck: Poop Cruise Review — The Documentary Carnival Would Probably Rather You Not Watch
How you feel about the Netflix documentary Trainwreck: Poop Cruise will entirely depend on what type of cruiser you are. Cruise apologists — meaning those who find themselves defending cruise lines no matter how egregious their actions — will either choose not to watch or do so through the most cynical of eyes. But like other entries […]
Beyond the Buffet: Unconventional Cruise Pastimes Worth Trying
There are many reasons why people book cruises for their vacation. Cruises offer ease and simplicity since everything is taken care of for you. From destinations and restaurants to shops, entertainment, your cabin, and port excursions, cruise lines have thought of everything. With that said, one of the biggest mistakes travelers can make is focusing […]
Cruisers React to Carnival’s New Rewards Program — ‘It’s A Big Slap In the Face’
Something tells us that Carnival Cruise Line wasn’t anticipating the reaction it received upon announcing Carnival Rewards. News of the program, which is set to replace the current VIFP loyalty program next June, landed with a massive thud as literally thousands of the line’s customers—including many of its most devoted fans—made plans to figuratively jump […]
Coast Guard Investigates Near Collision Close Call After Ship Breaks Mooring
The U.S. Coast Guard in Alaska is investigating a near-collision close call between two cruise ships. The incident happened during a sudden heavy storm in the Port of Juneau, causing one cruise ship to break free of its mooring lines. Celebrity Ship Almost Collided with the Carnival Luminosa in Juneau During high winds and heavy […]
Royal Caribbean Unveils Bold Upgrades for Three Ships
An array of new and upgraded cruise vacation experiences is coming to a trio of Royal Caribbean ships. In time for 2026 cruises, new amenities, venues, and revamped food and beverage offerings are planned for Ovation, Harmony, and Liberty of the Seas. “Bold new experiences” will be added to the ships, the cruise line says, […]
Cruise Ship Evacuates 1,500 Birthright Participants From Israel
With Israel-Iran hostilities continuing and Israel’s airspace still closed, a cruise ship has come to the aid of young adults stranded in the country. Nearly 1,500 have been evacuated by sea and arrived in Cyprus this week. Israel Airspace Remains Closed Most Jewish Americans were in the country as part of the Birthright Israel program. […]
Carnival Cruise Line to Revamp Loyalty Program in 2026
Get ready to say farewell to the Carnival Cruise Line’s VIFP program. In a major move that has been hinted at for ages, Carnival Rewards will soon replace the former Carnival loyalty program. About the New Carnival Loyalty Program Carnival Rewards, set to roll out in June 2026, will replace the current VIFP program, which […]
Church Embezzlement Suspect Caught Boarding Cruise Ship in Alaska
A woman’s Alaska cruise vacation ended abruptly as she attempted to board a cruise ship. Karen Bryan, 64, of Cheyenne, Wyoming, was apprehended by police with an arrest warrant. She was detained on suspicion of embezzling thousands of dollars from a church in her hometown. She was formally arrested at the cruise terminal and is […]
