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Stay up to date with the latest cruise crew news and stories. From behind-the-scenes life at sea and crew member experiences to onboard incidents and heroic moments, get the inside look at the people who keep cruise ships running.

Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Cruise Director Departs Just Days Before New Contract

Catie Kovelman -
Popular Carnival Cruise Director Gabby Gamboa has left the company just over a year after being promoted to the role.
Virgin Voyages News

FBI Charges Cruise Ship Hairstylist For Assaulting Guests With Fake Massages

Catie Kovelman -
Key Aspects: A hairstylist who worked onboard Brilliant Lady is accused of molesting female passengers. The crew member allegedly offered unsanctioned massages to female passengers who...
Port News

Cruise Ship Captain Arrested in Greece After Guest Falls Into Water

Melissa Mayntz -
A cruise ship captain has been arrested in Corfu following a mooring line break when a guest fell into the water and was injured.
Carnival Cruise News

Quick-Thinking Carnival Crew Member Saves Infant Choking on Grape

Lissa Poirot -
A restaurant manager aboard Carnival Celebration has been recognized with the company’s Hero Award after rescuing an 11-month-old girl.
Cruise News

Crew Member’s Body Recovered After Cruise Ship Overboard Near Oban

Melissa Mayntz -
A crew member's body has been recovered in Scotland after an overboard from Hebridean Princess a week ago.
Port News

Drunk Cruise Captain Caught at Police Checkpoint in Belgium

Catie Kovelman -
The Belgian and Dutch authorities suspended the license for a drunk ship captain who got caught at a checkpoint in Belgium.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Claps Back Over Guest’s Demand to Fire Cruise Performer

Catie Kovelman -
Carnival Brand Ambassador John Heald is again reminding cruisers to skip the uncensored comedy shows if they may be offended by the jokes.
Virgin Voyages News

Crew Member Fired From Cruise Line Over Assault Allegations

Catie Kovelman -
A male crew member, who is accused of sexually assaulting his co-worker and girlfriend, has been removed from Valiant Lady.
Virgin Voyages News

Virgin Voyages Crew Member in Tears After Guest’s Surprise $5,000 Tip

Lissa Poirot -
A Virgin Voyages crew member broke down in tears after a passenger handed her a $5,000 cash tip, reigniting debate over cruise gratuities and crew pay.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

Norwegian Dawn Tackles All Sanitation Concerns After Failing CDC Inspection

Melissa Mayntz -
Norwegian Dawn has taken dozens of corrective steps after failing a CDC health inspection at the end of March 2026.
Cruise News

Cruise Roundup: Spirit Airlines Collapse, Tragedy at Great Stirrup Cay, and Crew Arrests

Emrys Thakkar -
A Spirit Airlines collapse, tragedy at NCL's private island, Disney crew arrests in San Diego, and a Bahamas election alcohol ban shake up cruising.
Costa Cruises News

Cruise Director Awarded €130K After 18 Years of Unlawful Contracts

Melissa Mayntz -
A Costa Cruises cruise director won a generous settlement after his contract was not renewed, which could change industry hiring practices.
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