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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

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.
Carnival Cruise News

Carnival Explains Missing VIFP Gifts — and What Guests Must Do Now

Melissa Mayntz -
The 2026 VIFP pins have been delayed across the Carnival fleet, but guests still have a way to claim their collectible pin.
Port News

Cruise Travelers Warned as Mexico Implements Strict Vape Crackdown

Catie Kovelman -
Cruise guests will no longer be able to bring vaping devices or e-cigarettes ashore in Mexico without breaking the law.
Disney Cruise Line News

Disney Cruise Line Raises Internet Prices – Is It Too High?

Melissa Mayntz -
Disney Cruise Line has raised internet prices onboard and now charges some of the highest rates in the cruise industry.
P&O Cruises News

P&O Reverses Its No-Compensation Decision After Britannia Guests Push Back

Lissa Poirot -
A week after P&O Cruises’ Britannia’s December 26, 2025, Caribbean sailing ended, the cruise line is now offering future cruise credit to passengers.
Royal Caribbean News

Royal Caribbean Reveals Points Choice and It Could Change Loyalty Forever

Donna Tunney -
Royal Caribbean reveals Points Choice, a major new loyalty system linking Royal, Celebrity, and Silversea with fresh perks and big changes for cruisers.
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