dylan15+FollowCruise Passengers Hit With New Mexico TaxIf you’re cruising to Mexico, get ready to pay up! Starting this week, cruise passengers will be charged a new tourist tax—$5 now, but it’ll jump to $21 in three years. The Mexican government says cruise lines haven’t been paying their fair share, while Royal Caribbean and others are not happy about it. Local businesses worry it’ll scare off tourists, especially with Royal Caribbean building a massive resort that could keep all the spending in-house. Would you still book a cruise stop in Mexico? #CruiseNews #TravelUpdate #Mexico #Travel00Share
Dr. Michael Henson+FollowMSC Cruise Swap Drama: What’s Going On?Imagine booking your dream transatlantic cruise, only to find out your ship’s been swapped! MSC Cruises just canceled the MSC Lirica’s November 2025 Venice-to-Brazil voyage, offering refunds, rebooking options, and even onboard credit to soften the blow. The South American season’s still on, but now it’s MSC Sinfonia taking over. If you were planning to sail, check your options—compensation includes up to $400 for travel changes! Cruise shuffle season is real, folks. #CruiseNews #TravelDrama #MSCCruises #Travel60Share
Alexander Thomas+FollowAlaska Cruise Pier Jump Goes ViralYou won’t believe what went down at a Royal Caribbean Alaska port—someone actually jumped off the Juneau cruise pier, right into the freezing harbor, just for TikTok clout! The water was barely above 45°F, and people online are calling out how risky (and honestly, wild) it was. No injuries, but she might be banned from cruising now. Would you ever try something this extreme for views? #CruiseNews #Alaska #RoyalCaribbean #Travel44Share
ashley89+FollowRoyal Caribbean Ditches Juneau!Royal Caribbean just axed Juneau, Alaska from several cruise itineraries—yep, the fan-fave port is off the list! Drama alert: it’s all about rising docking fees and a beef over a new cruise terminal. If you were dreaming of those epic Juneau views, you’ll now be stopping at Sitka, Ketchikan, and Icy Strait Point instead. Still cool, but not quite the same. Wonder if more ports will get the boot? Stay tuned! #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseNews #TravelDrama #Travel62Share
Nicholas Lyons+FollowCruise Booking Drama: Overbooked & Sold Out?!Cruise fans, the booking chaos is real! Royal Caribbean just overbooked its ninth cruise for 2025—guests are now choosing between switching sailings for a 50% refund + $300 onboard credit or canceling for a full refund and future credit. Meanwhile, Carnival cruisers are freaking out over 'sold out' specialty dining for 2026, but it’s just a glitch—reservations haven’t opened yet. Pro tip: double-check your bookings and don’t panic if you see 'sold out'! #CruiseNews #RoyalCaribbean #CarnivalCruise #Travel111Share
Jennifer Rojas+FollowPrincess Cruises Finally Listens to Casino FansCruise casinos are finally catching up with the times! Princess Cruises is expanding its non-smoking casino areas after tons of passengers complained about secondhand smoke ruining their fun. The new Star Princess ship will have way more smoke-free slots—68 extra machines in non-smoking sections! It’s not a total ban yet, but it’s a big win for non-smokers who just want to play without the haze. Do you think all cruise casinos should go smoke-free? #CruiseNews #PrincessCruises #CasinoLife #Spirituality62Share
Alexander Thomas+FollowRoyal Caribbean’s Casino Shake-Up!Royal Caribbean is making big moves for casino lovers! They’re expanding the non-smoking casino on Wonder of the Seas, but that means some favorite spots like the Crown Lounge and Golden Room will close temporarily. Elite members lose their exclusive lounge for a week, but get extra coffee credits and can grab their free drinks anywhere onboard. All this hassle? Totally worth it for a bigger, better non-smoking casino space! Would you trade your lounge for more slots? #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseNews #CasinoLife #Travel20Share
gordonangela+FollowRoyal Caribbean’s Captain Passes the TorchBig news from the high seas: Royal Caribbean’s longtime captain, Richard Fain, is handing over the wheel after decades of steering the cruise giant. Starting late next year, Jason Liberty will be both CEO and Chairman. What’s this mean for your next vacation? Expect fresh ideas and maybe new perks as the company looks to wow travelers and keep the cruise vibes strong. Change at the top could mean more innovation for your next getaway! #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseNews #TravelTrends #Business90Share
Courtney Williams+FollowCruise Port Dating App Danger?!Heads up if you’re cruising to Puerto Vallarta soon—there’s a new travel alert about kidnappings linked to dating apps in the area. Apparently, people are being lured into private meetups and then held for ransom. The U.S. State Department has Jalisco at a Level 3 advisory (aka, reconsider travel). If you’re heading ashore, maybe skip the swiping and stick to the beach bars! Stay safe and keep your vacay drama-free! #CruiseNews #TravelAlert #PuertoVallarta #Health00Share
Kelly Mack+FollowCruise Lines’ Bahamas Tax Drama UnfoldsCruise lines have been cashing in on their private Bahamian islands, but now the Bahamas wants a bigger slice of the pie. The government’s cracking down with stricter taxes on everything from fancy cabanas to guest services, aiming for fairer profits. Meanwhile, Jamaica just got a safer travel rating, and Cunard’s adding room service fees. Cruise news is heating up—will this change your vacation plans? #CruiseNews #Bahamas #TravelTrends #Travel41Share
