Guest in Hospital After Cruise Ship Rocked by Freak Accident

The Explorer of the Seas, a large white cruise ship, is docked at a port in a cityscape during the evening, with buildings and a cloudy sky in the background. This Mediterranean Cruise scene could easily be featured in our 2024 Podcast.

A freak wave rocked a Royal Caribbean Cruises ship, causing one passenger to be disembarked for medical treatment. A sudden squall off the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean caused the Explorer of the Seas to list sharply. One Ship Guest Taken Off the Ship for Medical Treatment This led to upturned furniture, which caused […]

Passport Required for Panama Visits Through Carnival

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Are you planning on exploring Panama during your Carnival Cruise Line sailing? The cruise operator recently informed guests that anyone leaving the vessel must have a passport that’s valid for at least six months. The rule only applies to passengers who want to disembark during their Panamanian port of call. This includes vacationers with scheduled […]

New Disney Cruise Ship Rescues Four People From Sinking Boat

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Even before it officially launches cruises in the US, the new ship Disney Treasure is already rescuing seafarers. Sailing across the Atlantic to its Florida homeport, the ship answered a call for assistance about 230 miles off the coast of Bermuda. Disney Ship Answers the Call for Assistance Near Bermuda Disney Treasure was the nearest […]

PortMiami and Port Everglades See Record-Breaking Cruise Passengers in 2024

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Two Floridian ports set new records in cruise ship passengers during fiscal year (FY) 2024.  Port Everglades announced its initial annual estimate of over 4 million arrivals and departures while PortMiami reached a historic high of 8.2 million. Port Everglades Enjoys 39% Growth From FY2023 to FY2024, the passenger count in Port Everglades climbed 39% […]

MSC Cruises Introduces New Upper Tier in Loyalty Program

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MSC Cruises updated the benefits of its loyalty program and introduced a new tier. The Blue Diamond level is now the highest level passengers can aspire to. What Perks Are Blue Diamond Members Entitled To? Guests who qualify for the Voyagers Club’s highest tier get all the benefits of the lower four levels—Classic, Silver, Gold, […]

Princess Introduces 131-Day Sailing With 60 Destinations 

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Princess Cruises unveiled one of its longest and most destination-packed sailings ever aboard Coral Princess. The Circle Pacific Voyage next January boasts 60 ports across 19 countries. “This Circle Pacific Voyage is more than just an itinerary; it’s an invitation to explore some of the Pacific’s most iconic and remote destinations in a single, unforgettable […]

Can Cruising Keep You Young? New Research Shows the Health Perks of Travel

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Recent scientific findings suggest that travel may help slow the aging process, adding to its well-known benefits of enhancing career prospects and increasing happiness. A study highlighted by Inc.com reveals a new perspective on the health advantages of travel, particularly for those who frequently participate in leisure activities like cruising. Exploring the Health Benefits of […]

Princess Cruises Cancels Third Regal Princess Sailing Over Power Issues

The impressive "Regal Princess" from Princess Cruises gracefully glides alongside a small sailboat in open water. With the sky partly cloudy and land visible in the background, passengers dream of future cruise adventures amid the possibilities of their Future Cruise Credit.

Princess Cruises has announced the cancellation of the November 10 sailing of the Regal Princess from Galveston, Texas, following the previous cancellations of the October 27 and November 3 sailings. This decision comes as the cruise line continues to address significant technical issues involving the ship’s power systems. The team successfully repaired a major issue […]

Carnival Cruise Line Quietly Hikes Steakhouse Prices for 2025 Sailings

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Several Carnival Cruise Line passengers have noticed the company is raising the prices of its specialty dining venues, including its popular Carnival Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse. Cruisers with reservations for 2025 noticed a $3 difference in their email notifications, with $52 fees instead of the expected $49. Carnival last raised its specialty dining prices in December 2023, when […]

Royal Caribbean Confirms $292 Million Deal for Port of Costa Maya

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The Royal Caribbean Group has confirmed the Port of Costa Maya acquisition in Mexico. In a recent SEC filing, the company said it will pay $292 million. The deal includes adjacent land in Mahahual, Quintana Roo. Perfect Day Mexico Opening in 2027 It is still pending regulatory approval and is expected to close in mid-2025. […]