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Royal Caribbean's Vision of the Seas to Relocate from Baltimore
Royal Caribbean's strategic shift relocates Vision of the Seas to Florida, triggering a reshaping of Baltimore's cruise market and opportunities for other operators.
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Alaska Invests $135M in Seward Cruise Dock Upgrade Without State Funds
Alaska aims to boost tourism with a $135M investment in Seward's new cruise dock, leveraging revenue bonds and no state funds for its construction.
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JetBlue Vacations Boosts Cruise Options with Standalone Bookings
JetBlue Vacations enhances cruise offerings with added standalone bookings and competitive rewards for loyalty members, positioning it as a key player in cruise travel.
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Kimberly Burch Tragically Overboard on Explorer of the Seas
A tragic overboard incident involving Kimberly Burch occurred aboard Explorer of the Seas, highlighting urgent safety discussions within the cruise industry.
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Nice reverses cruise ship ban amid local pushback
Mayor Estrosi's policy revision aims to sustainably manage cruise tourism in Villefranche-sur-Mer, striving for environmental and economic balance.
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Brilliance of the Seas Rescues 11 Cuban Migrants in the Caribbean
The Brilliance of the Seas, an LGBTQ+ cruise, conducted a vital rescue of 11 Cuban migrants, reflecting the maritime tradition of aiding those in distress.
Royal Caribbean to build new port in Juneau, Alaska
Royal Caribbean has announced plans to construct a new cruise port in Juneau, Alaska, following a recent ballot initiative. This decision follows a local vote that rejected proposed restrictions on cruise tourism, highlighting the community's ongoing debate regarding the impact of cruise ships on local life and the
Heroic firefighter rescues overboard cruise passenger
In a remarkable display of heroism, an Irish firefighter and paramedic, Rory Foy, demonstrated quick thinking and bravery by performing a rescue when a cruise ship passenger fell overboard in Honduras. The incident occurred recently while an unspecified cruise ship was docking, and without hesitation, Foy jumped into the water
Royal Caribbean restarts Labadee cruises after hiatus
Royal Caribbean recently announced its return to Labadee, Haiti, after a seven-month hiatus. The cruise line’s ship, Adventure of the Seas, docked at the private destination on October 8, 2024, marking a significant development for the cruise industry in the region. Labadee had been removed from Royal Caribbean&
Royal Caribbean hikes gratuities again, effective Nov 1
The cruise industry often faces discussions surrounding the adequacy of tipping and gratuity practices on board. Recently, Royal Caribbean has made headlines by announcing an increase in its gratuity rates, scheduled to take effect on November 1, 2024. This adjustment marks the second change in gratuity rates within the span
Cruise gratuities: convenience or unfair burden
Princess Cruises has recently made significant changes to its adult beverage program, enhancing its array of drink offerings for passengers looking to enjoy unique and often exclusive options while at sea. This move is part of a broader initiative that aims to elevate the dining and drinking experiences available on
Royal Caribbean to launch Perfect Day Mexico in 2027
Royal Caribbean has announced an exciting new venture, "Perfect Day Mexico," which will open in 2027 at the Costa Maya port. This expansion aims to replicate and enhance the successful experience established at its existing private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas, with a more extensive