Crime 5 days ago Cruise ship crime reaches 2-year high, casting 'dark cloud' for travelers: expert Crime rates on cruise ships have reached a two-year high, according to recent data from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Cruises 5 days ago Mexico rolls back its controversial new tax on cruise ship visitors Mexico's cruise tax starts at $5, rising to $21 by 2028, potentially affecting passenger choices. The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association supports the fee for its community benefits.
Travel May 3 Cruise do's and don'ts: Top 5 things that will get you banned for life A violent brawl at Galveston terminal resulting in 24 Carnival Cruise passengers being banned from future trips. Here are the top reasons travelers will get blacklisted, say cruise experts.
Cruises April 30 Popular cruises suspend island stop over escalating gang violence: What to know With summer travel on the horizon, the Royal Caribbean cruise line is avoiding a popular stop on one Caribbean island over safety concerns and "widespread protests."
Texas April 29 Cruise line bans dozens after massive brawl caught on camera breaks out at Texas port: 'Do not sail list' Carnival Cruise Line banned dozens of passengers after they were involved in a massive brawl while disembarking their ship in Galveston, Texas.
VIDEO April 29 Cruise line bans 24 people after massive brawl breaks out Carnival Cruise Line banned 24 people from future sailings after a massive brawl broke out at a Galveston, Texas, terminal where the ship they were on was docked. (Credit: Trelle Ray via Facebook)
World April 4 Luxury cruise ship caught in 40-foot waves while traveling through Drake Passage Passengers on Quark Expeditions' Ocean Explorer ship got rocked with waves up to 40 feet on a recent cruise, rocking those onboard.
Health April 3 Norovirus sickens over 200 cruise ship passengers on month-long voyage A norovirus outbreak has been reported on a cruise ship, with more than 200 passengers sickened. Here's what to know about the
Crime March 25 Teen on Royal Caribbean cruise attacked by HIV-infected illegal immigrant: police Florida police have arrested two Mexican illegal immigrants for allegedly molesting a minor on a Royal Caribbean cruise off the coast of Miami on Friday.
Travel March 24 Cruise ship fearing pirates warns passengers to turn off all lights in cabin A cruise was allegedly operating at a heightened level of security while sailing in waters "known for piracy," according to a TikTok video. A cruise industry expert weighs in.
Cruises March 4 Royal Caribbean cruise passenger goes overboard on ‘80s-themed voyage, family says A woman is presumed dead after going overboard on a Royal Caribbean ship during the first day of the '80s-themed cruise near the first port in the Bahamas.
Deals March 3 16 travel essentials you need for your first cruise From comfy clothes to noise-canceling headphones and the right phone charger, these items will help you chill out while you're cruising.
Coast Guard March 2 Coast Guard airlifts cruise ship passenger who had strokes 300 miles off Hawaii coast Video captured shows the rescue of a 72-year-old man who had suffered "multiple strokes 300 miles offshore Kailua-Kona, Hawaii," the U.S. Coast Guard said.
Travel January 27 19 million Americans to take cruises in 2025, AAA projects AAA has released its first-ever "Cruise Travel Forecast." It projects that 19 million Americans plan to take cruises this year, with the majority of vessels heading to the Caribbean.
Cruises January 25 Disney Cruise Line increases recommended gratuities Disney Cruise Line has increased its recommended gratuities for 2025 sailings. Guests can pre-pay the gratuities ahead of their trips, says the Disney Cruise Line website.
Cruises January 10 Cruise ship passengers from across US sue after worker sentenced for placing hidden cameras in guest rooms Nineteen passengers on Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas are suing the cruise line after an employee was sentenced for placing hidden cameras in their guest rooms.
Travel December 27 Man on vacation with family goes overboard on Norwegian cruise ship in Bahamas Authorities have called off the search for a 51-year-old man who went overboard Thursday on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship in the Western Caribean.
Cruises December 18 Royal Caribbean passenger dies soon after being detained for chaotic incident caught on video A Royal Caribbean cruise ship passenger was recently caught on camera acting unruly before being taken down by security. He died an hour later.
Travel December 10 Mexico cruise tax delayed following industry backlash: What to know The new tax facing cruise passengers in Mexico will be pushed back until July 2025 after backlash ensued from cruise associations who fear the fee will negatively affect ports.
Travel December 6 Cruise line says passengers can work remotely at sea for 'an entire year' with new annual pass Virgin Voyages has launched an annual pass giving passengers the opportunity to take unlimited cruises for an entire year and work remotely on the adults-only cruise line.
VIDEO December 5 Family of 4 accidentally books tight bedroom on cruise Ashley Wanichko and her family accidentally booked an extremely small room on a cruise, but they didn't let the unfortunate lack of space get in the way of their vacation.
Travel December 4 Mexico to impose tax for cruise ship visitors starting in 2025 Mexican officials are planning to implement a $42 immigration levy for every passenger on cruise ships that dock in Mexico. Industry experts share why they are against the tourist tax.
Travel December 3 Missing American man, 72, may have fallen overboard on Princess Cruise A 72-year-old American man has gone missing while on a Princess Cruise ship, and officials believe he fell overboard during the voyage.
Health November 14 Legionnaires’ disease outbreak linked to cruise ship hot tubs, CDC says Recent outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease have been linked to cruise ship hot tubs, according to CDC reports. Infectious disease experts discuss symptoms and prevention.
Cruises October 21 Royal Caribbean cruise line sued over hidden camera that may have filmed hundreds of passengers: lawsuit Arvin Mirasol was sentenced to 30 years for filming children in stages of undress on a Royal Caribbean cruise – a new lawsuit alleges as many as 960 passengers could have been filmed.
Cruises October 15 Set sail on world’s largest cruise ship, which can accommodate over 7,000 guests per voyage Icon of the Seas is the world's largest cruise ship. With extensive dining options, record-breaking pools and breathtaking live shows, there's something for everyone.
Coast Guard October 14 Coast Guard hoists ill man from cruise ship nearly 170 miles from California coast A U.S. Coast Guard Jayhawk helicopter crew out of Ventura, California, hoisted a man from the Grand Princess cruise ship on Sunday after reports that he was experiencing severe abdominal pains.
VIDEO October 10 Cruise passengers show effects from Hurricane Milton at sea A family onboard the Harmony of the Seas ship in the Gulf of Mexico saw sea effects from Hurricane Milton, which recently hit Florida. The storm caused the cruise to only make one of the three planned stops before the ship was turned around.
VIDEO October 8 Hurricane Milton leads to cruise ship passengers being airlifted to safety Sick passengers were airlifted to safety from a cruise ship off the coast of Florida as Hurricane Milton heads toward them. The Sun Princess cruise ship left England over two weeks ago and is set to dock in Florida before the hurricane arrives.
TRAVEL October 3 Cruise passengers go wild hiding rubber ducks on ships in viral game of hide-and-seek Travelers onboard cruise ships are playing a squeaky game of hide and go seek using rubber ducks. The trend has hit cruise lines across the globe, and has gone viral on social media.
