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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.

Carnival Cruise News

Four More Carnival Sailings to Miss Out on Loyalty Perks

Catie Kovelman -
Four more Carnival sailings in mid-January are removing loyalty perks due to a high number of Platinum guests who will be onboard.
Cruise News

Cruise News Update: Caribbean Delays, Advisories, and More

Donna Tunney -
Cruise Hive is here with another busy week of cruise news updates, including Caribbean delays, travel agent scam, Carnival advisories, and more!
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Guest’s Complaint Over a Simple Straw Sparks Big Reactions

Melissa Mayntz -
Carnival cruise guests don't like the edible straws, but what alternatives are available and can guests bring their own?
Carnival Cruise News

A Teen Stayed Out Past 1 AM on a Carnival Ship — Here’s What Happened Next

Melissa Mayntz -
Another teen has faced possible harsh penalties for violating Carnival's Code of Conduct, an issue the cruise line is taking very seriously.
Cruise News

Why Oceania Cruises Is Suddenly Going Adults Only

Lissa Poirot -
Oceania Cruises will restrict future reservations to guests 18 and older as it transitions into an adults-only cruise line.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Passenger’s Tablecloth Request Gets Clear Answer From Cruise Line

Melissa Mayntz -
Carnival Cruise Line won't be bringing back tablecloths in the main dining room, even if guests pack along their own.
Carnival Cruise News

More Benefits Lost on Two Carnival Ships, No One Surprised Now

Melissa Mayntz -
Carnival has removed key VIFP loyalty benefits from two upcoming cruises, but no one is surprised by such changes anymore.
Port News

Cruisers Expected a New Hawaii Fee Until a Court Ruling Changed the Plan

Lissa Poirot -
A New Year’s Eve ruling from the Federal Appeals Court paused the enforcement of Hawaii’s new climate tax ahead of its 2026 start.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Sends Important Advisories Ahead of Four January Sailings

Catie Kovelman -
Guests of four upcoming Carnival sailings have received important updates about things like parking, safety briefings, and mobility scooters.
Cruise News

Cruise News Update: Mom and Child Rescued, Outbreak, New Pier, and More

Donna Tunney -
Cruise Hive has you covered with more news from the past week including on Carnival, Celebrity Cruises, MSC, NCL, and more!
Royal Caribbean News

First Look at Royal Caribbean’s New Points Choice Loyalty Plan

Donna Tunney -
Royal Caribbean is launching its new Points Choice rewards program in 2026, letting guests earn and apply loyalty points across Royal, Celebrity, and Silversea.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Guest Claims Missing Treat Ruins the New Year

Melissa Mayntz -
One Carnival guest hoped to share some New Year's cheer with homemade treats but is upset their cookies were confiscated.
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