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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.

Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean Moves to Restrict Smart Glasses in Key Onboard Areas

Melissa Mayntz -
Royal Caribbean has added smart glasses from all manufacturers to their prohibited items list and the wearable tech will be confiscated.
Carnival Cruise News

Officials Board Carnival Encounter After Crew Allege Low Pay and Unsafe Conditions

Donna Tunney -
Australian maritime officials boarded Carnival Encounter after a whistleblower revealed hundreds of crew complaints over pay, conditions, and safety oversight.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Clarifies Scooter Policy Again Before Journeys Sailing

Catie Kovelman -
Carnival is reminding guests booked on Carnival Venezia’s upcoming 14-night sailing of the current rules for mobility scooters.
Royal Caribbean News

Cruise Guest Says Auction Item Was Swapped After $5,000 Winning Bid

Melissa Mayntz -
A cruise guest is upset that they did not receive the exact item they won in an onboard art auction, and authenticity may be an issue.
Cruise News

Cruise News Update: Weather Impact, Cancelled Show, Price Increases, and More

Donna Tunney -
This week’s cruise news roundup covers itinerary changes, ship delays, weather disruptions, and the top stories affecting cruise travelers right now.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival’s New Gratuity Hike Sparks Strong Passenger Reactions

Melissa Mayntz -
Reactions are getting heated for Carnival's gratuity increase, but not for the overall gratuity cost or whether the crew deserves tips.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Shuts Down Guest Request for Free Umbrellas in Rainy Weather

Melissa Mayntz -
One Carnival cruise guest wants umbrellas to be handed out for guests to use, but there are things the cruise line won't supply.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Increasing Gratuities and Drink Package Cost in April 2026

Melissa Mayntz -
Carnival is raising gratuity rates and one drink package pricing from April 2, but guests can lock in lower rates by pre-paying now.
Cruise News

Margaritaville at Sea Raises Daily Gratuities to Industry’s Highest

Melissa Mayntz -
Margaritaville at Sea now has the highest per person gratuity rates in the cruise industry, but is it worth it?
Cruise News

Cruise News Update: Technical Issues, Policy Change, New Ships

Donna Tunney -
A busy week in cruise news with technical issues, new policies, ship updates, and major announcements across Royal Caribbean, NCL, Princess, Carnival, and MSC.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

NCL Updates Air Program With New Rules Every Guest Should Know

Melissa Mayntz -
Norwegian Cruise Line has updated the NCL Air policy to require guests to fly to their cruise homeport at least one day early.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

Norwegian Cruise Line Adds Hawaii Tax Warning as Legal Challenges Continue

Lissa Poirot -
A new notice flags a potential 14% charge added to early 2026 sailings even as the tax’s legality remains unresolved.
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