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Cruise Policies

Cruise lines regularly update and clarify their policies, covering everything from gratuities and loyalty perks to packing restrictions and onboard service procedures. This hub highlights the latest changes and official updates so you can cruise with confidence, knowing the rules that matter most to your vacation.

Cruise News

Cruise News Roundup: Lawsuits, Protests, Groundings, and a Brand New Lunch Menu

Emrys Thakkar -
Virgin Voyages swaps Bermuda for Canada, a ship runs aground near the Cast Away island, Norwegian settles a drowning lawsuit, and Carnival tests a new lunch menu.
Carnival Cruise News

One Guest Asked to Fish From Their Balcony and Carnival’s Answer Was Firm

Catie Kovelman -
Carnival Cruise Line has made it clear that fishing onboard, even from cove balcony cabins, is not allowed.
First Time Cruisers

What Does an Upside-Down Pineapple Mean on a Cruise Ship?

Emrys Thakkar -
Learn what an upside-down pineapple means on a cruise ship, where you might see it, and why it’s used as a secret symbol among some passengers.
Holland America Line News

Holland America Guests to Face Higher Daily Gratuities and Service Charges

Melissa Mayntz -
Holland America Line is increasing gratuities and service charges, but when do new rates take effect and will they affect your cruise budget?
Cruise News

South Korea Unlocks Instant Tax Refunds for Cruise Passengers in Major Policy Shift

Lissa Poirot -
A new policy from the South Korea Customs Service will allow foreign cruise passengers to claim VAT and consumption tax refunds for purchases made during port calls.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Gratuity and Drink Package Price Increases Now in Effect

Melissa Mayntz -
Price increases for gratuities and the soda package have now taken effect onboard all Carnival cruise ships. What will you pay?
Norwegian Cruise Line News

NCL Introduces New Parking Reservation System for Miami Cruises

Catie Kovelman -
Starting on April 3, 2026, guests of Norwegian Cruise Line who are sailing out of PortMiami will be able to pre-reserve parking online.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

Norwegian Cruise Line Discontinues Pre-Cruise Entertainment Bookings

Catie Kovelman -
In an effort to encourage flexibility and spontaneity onboard, Norwegian Cruise Line is doing away with pre-cruise entertainment reservations.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Forced to Clarify Two Major April Fool’s Hoaxes Stirring Up Guests

Melissa Mayntz -
John Heald has been busy debunking April Fool's Day pranks and rumors involving ducks and the new Carnival Rewards program.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Sets the Record Straight on Guy’s Burger Joint Hours

Melissa Mayntz -
John Heald has addressed various claims about Guy's Burger Joint and why its hours may seem short to some cruise guests.
Royal Caribbean News

Cruisers Can Now Earn Points Across All Royal Caribbean Brands With New Credit Cards

Calvin Musquez -
Royal Caribbean Group and Bank of America announced two new credit cards, with points on everyday purchases across its three cruise lines.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

Cruise Line Drops Birthday Cake and Cruisers Say the New Perk Is Worth It

Catie Kovelman -
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Happy Birthday package will now include a commemorative photograph instead of a six-inch cake.
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