Disney Destiny Attractions Feature Hercules, The Lion King, Doctor Strange, Loki, and More
Disney Cruise Line just announced the newest attractions of Disney Destiny, scheduled to enter service in November 2025. The vessel’s line-up includes creative and innovative amenities inspired by Hercules, The Lion King, Doctor Strange, Loki, The Incredibles, 101 Dalmatians, and more. Hercules, Broadway-Style Catch beloved hits from the animated classic like “Zero to Hero” and […]
Royal Caribbean Stops Private Destination Visits in Haiti Over Unrest
Royal Caribbean has again suspended calls to Labadee, Haiti, citing growing security concerns over a surge of gang violence in the region. The cruise line has rerouted at least four ships—Voyager of the Seas, Oasis of the Seas, Adventure of the Seas, and Odyssey of the Seas—away from the private beach destination. Passengers onboard these […]
Fake Cruise Ship Bomb Threat Lands Michigan Resident Behind Bars
Michigan resident Joshua Darrell Lowe was sentenced to eight months in prison last Monday for making a fake bomb threat in January 2024. Upset that his girlfriend and her family left him at home to look after their pets during their cruise, Lowe’s email forced Carnival Cruise Line to inspect over 1,000 rooms on Carnival […]
3 Ways Responsible Cruise Companies Reduce Guest Exposure to Toxic Chemicals
Cruises can feel like sheer magic. The joy of floating about on pristine waters, the sea breeze on your cheeks, and holiday vibes in the air – the good life! Lately, however, the cruise industry has come under the spotlight for some far less glamorous reasons. The air pollution generated by cruise ships has become […]
Cruise Guests Sue Royal Caribbean After Salmonella Outbreak in Alaska
Two Canadian cruisers have filed separate lawsuits against Royal Caribbean Group for negligence over a salmonella outbreak during an Alaska cruise last year. Tierny Patterson and Nicole Singh both filed notices of civil claim in the B.C. Supreme Court. They cite similar stories of illness aboard Radiance of the Seas. Singh’s claim alleges that the […]
CDC Axes Cruise Ship Health Inspectors, Cruise Industry Speaks Out
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has laid off all civilian staff tied to its Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP), the agency responsible for overseeing cruise ship health inspections. While the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) insists the program will continue through U.S. Public Health Service officers, the abrupt cuts have brought confusion […]
My First Impressions of MSC World America: What This Mega Ship Gets Right [PHOTOS]
MSC World America is officially in Florida—and based on its preview cruise and the social media buzz, this new flagship has already made a huge splash in Miami. Constructed with the North American cruiser in mind, MSC World America combines the flashy design MSC is known for with American-style comfort. The ship spans 22 decks, […]
Cruise Lines Threaten Lawsuit Over Hawaii’s 11% ‘Cabin Tax’ Proposal
Cruise lines have warned Hawaii lawmakers that they intend to sue over “unconstitutional” cruise tax bills. They have vowed to sue the state, warning it could impact cruise tourism in the Hawaiian Islands. Two Different Bills Passed It follows the passing of two separate bills in the two houses. One is a per-passenger cruise fee […]
Is This the Future of Cruise Terminals? My Experience Boarding MSC World America in Miami
Over the years, I’ve boarded many cruise ships from Port Miami, but the embarkation process for the brand-new MSC World America was a different beast. As I arrived at MSC’s brand-new terminal in Miami to board MSC World America, it was immediately clear this wasn’t your typical cruise embarkation. Three years in the making, the […]
NCL Private Island Great Stirrup Cay to Add Pool, Beach Club, and More
Norwegian Cruise Line is investing $150 million to transform its private island, Great Stirrup Cay. New features will start rolling out later this year. The christening of Norwegian Aqua in Miami also served as the stage for unveiling major updates to Great Stirrup Cay, including progress on a new multi-ship pier and other amenities. The […]
