Carnival Cruise Line Quietly Hikes Internet Prices by Up to 22%
Carnival Cruise Line has quietly implemented a price hike for its Wi-Fi internet plans, with costs increasing across all three internet tiers: Social, Value, and Premium. Guests now face higher daily rates whether they pre-purchase the packages or buy them onboard, leaving many cruisers frustrated—not just with the cost increase but also with the lack […]
Controversial Mexico Cruise Passenger Tax Now Delayed Until July 1
The cruise industry and Mexico have reached an agreement to postpone the implementation of the new passenger tax. According to the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), the $42 tax for cruise passengers visiting Mexico has been deferred by six months and will now take effect on July 1, 2025, instead of the originally planned date of […]
New UK Travel Rule: Cruise Passengers Must Secure Electronic Travel Authorization in 2025
The United Kingdom is introducing a new requirement for visa-exempt travelers who don’t have UK or Ireland passports: the UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). Cruise passengers with upcoming UK itineraries should consider this recently introduced policy before sailing. The regulation is being introduced to enhance border security through advanced screening. Non-European nationals who previously didn’t […]
Royal Caribbean Follows Carnival’s Lead in Banning Wireless Gear on Cruise Ships
Royal Caribbean has quietly revised its prohibited items policy, now banning travel routers, satellite dishes, and similar networking equipment. This change targets tech-savvy passengers who have used these devices to bypass the cruise line’s paid internet services or VPN restrictions. The updated policy explicitly prohibits: “Satellite dishes, routers, and other networking equipment.” This move mirrors […]
Delicious DIY Carnival Cruise Granola Recipe
Have you ever wondered how to recreate the Carnival Cruise granola recipe at home? Last week, we showed you how to make Carnival’s Warm Chocolate Melting Cake. This week, we pivot to a treat you can enjoy for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The onboard version served in the main dining room inspires this granola recipe, which makes a […]
Norwegian Cruise Line Cancels 35 Sailings, Passengers Offered Refunds and Credits
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has canceled 35 cruises from late 2025 through early 2026. The changes, which impact four Norwegian Cruise Line ships—Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Encore, and Norwegian Joy—are attributed to fleet redeployments, according to the cruise line. Impacted passengers are being notified of the cancellations and offered compensation, including full refunds and […]
Florida Women Warn Others After Falling for Fake Royal Caribbean Cruise Scam
A group of people claim they were scammed into paying hundreds of dollars for a three-day Royal Caribbean vacation to the Bahamas. Two of the women from the group, Florida residents Rochelle Price and Nyeasha Lambert, revealed they responded to a cruise offer on Facebook. They were led to believe they would be part of […]
9+ Creative Cruise Gift Wrapping Ideas to Inspire You
Cruise gift wrapping can be both fun and functional, offering creative ways to surprise the cruise lovers in your life with a personal, sea-inspired touch. Explore these 9+ creative ideas that combine practicality with style, perfect for delighting the cruise lover in your life while adding a unique, personal touch to your holiday celebrations. From […]
7 Changes We Noticed After Cruising Sun Princess
As the Sun Princess sails its Caribbean winter season, passengers may notice several changes compared to its European debut earlier in 2024. While some adjustments are minor, others significantly reshape the onboard experience, from dining venues to exclusive suite areas. We observed the seven notable changes after sailing the ship’s first cruise from Florida. 1. […]
Greece to Charge Cruise Passengers $21 for Santorini, Mykonos Visits Starting 2025
Greece just approved new taxes for cruise ship passengers. Beginning in 2025, guests will be charged €20 ($21) to visit the country’s two most visited islands, Santorini and Mykonos. Meanwhile, a lower €5 (around $5.27) fee will apply to other destinations, including Crete, Corfu, and Rhodes. Tourists spending a night in the southeast European nation […]
