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Royal Caribbean Raising Gratuity Rates for All Passengers

Royal Caribbean is raising its daily gratuity rate for all passengers by $2 starting in November 2023.

Carnival Cruise Line Addresses Bitterness Over Sweet Souvenir

Are guests getting an inferior, watered-down product instead of their favorite Mexican souvenir? What can Carnival Cruise Line do to help?

Royal Caribbean Clarifies Venue Access for Loyal Guests

Royal Caribbean has clarified who can access which lounge at what time, depending on loyalty status and cruise popularity.

Massive New Carnival Cruise Ship Completes Complex Milestone

Carnival Jubilee has successfully done what no other Carnival cruise ship has done before, and is now ready to begin her sea trials.

Scotland Aims for a New Levy on Cruise Ships

Scottish Greens co-leader Lorna Slater announces a new tax levy on cruise ships visiting ports in the country in the aim to lower emissions.

Second Oldest Carnival Cruise Ship Returns to Service

Cruise Line's second oldest ship in the fleet, Carnival Paradise, returns to service in Tampa, Florida, following a dry dock.

Holland America Brings Guests Back to Maui With Special Cause

In August this year, a large part of Maui was devastated by terrible wildfires. Holland America Line now aims to bring tourism back to...

Overboard From Royal Caribbean Ship Has Successful Rescue

An individual overboard from a Royal Caribbean ship was quickly rescued thanks to the fast actions of the ship's crew.

New Dining Fee Introduced on Two Carnival Cruise Ships

Carnival Celebration and Mardi Gras are now charging a nominal fee for extra dinners in one of the specialty restaurants that has been free.

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