Let’s dig into the top cruise news stories of the past week with Cruise Hive’s exciting weekly recap. In this edition we have coverage on Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, MSC Cruises, and Norwegian Cruise Line. Make sure you stay well informed by signing up for Cruise Hive’s Daily Update, so the big cruise stories
On February 28, 2025, lash artist and hairstylist Emily Lee’s toddler was injured on the 3,954-passenger Carnival Panorama. Lee shared her experience on TikTok (@emilyclairelee) on March 4, detailing the incident and the unexpected charge her family faced. It all took place when the Carnival vessel was sailing a 7-day Mexican Riviera itinerary out of
With vaping growing in popularity, plenty of cruise passengers are now wondering if it is allowed while on a cruise ship. Luckily for those who vape, you are allowed to do so on a cruise ship, but there are many restrictions for vaping at sea. There are general rules and cruise line-specific regulations that vary
Cruise guests with booked sailings to Grand Turk will want to be aware of a new travel advisory issued by the US Department of State. On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, the advisory level for the Turks and Caicos Islands was raised to a Level 2, urging visitors to exercise increased caution. The travel advisory has
Getting a good night’s sleep is a relaxing and refreshing part of any cruise vacation, but if the ship seems a bit too loud, it can be hard to get those hours of sleep that are so important to refuel for the next day’s fun. Fortunately, Carnival Cruise Line can help guests with one simple
For the first time, a ship in TUI Cruises’ Mein Schiff fleet will offer an adults-only voyage, designed to provide guests ages 18 and up with pure relaxation as it crosses the vast Indian Ocean over the course of 23 days. Mein Schiff 6, a 2,534-guest ship that entered service in 2017, will operate the
With Carnival Luminosa now two days overdue to return to her homeport of Brisbane, Australia due to Tropical Cyclone Alfred, some concerns have been raised about whether or not the ship has adequate supplies onboard. Because cruise ships return to their homeports on a regular schedule, the concern is an understandable one. Guests onboard have
Thanks to its strategic location on the US East Coast, the Baltimore Cruise Port has become a favorite for many – especially because this venue offers a calmer experience than the busier Florida cruise ports that accommodate millions of passengers annually. However, one big name will be notably absent from Baltimore, Maryland, by the end
After receiving some misinformation, an avid cyclist rushed over to Carnival Brand Ambassador John Heald to complain – with a similar energy as the Wicked Witch riding her bike to Dorothy’s house in “The Wizard of Oz.” Allegedly, the future passenger reached out to guest services because they wanted information about bringing their bicycles onboard
It’s official! On Thursday, March 6, 2025, Governor Mike Dunleavy of Alaska signed the legislation for House Bill 65 (HB65) — the final step in giving the Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC) up to $135 million in revenue bonds. This money will be used to fund the construction of a new passenger dock and terminal facility
You’ve booked your cruise and are looking forward to an amazing vacation on the high seas. However, keep in mind that, beyond your cruise fare, there’s likely more you’ll need to pay for during your trip, such as specialty dining, drinks, shore excursions, etc. Luckily, there are a few easy ways you can save money
As Cyclone Alfred bears down on Queensland, passengers aboard a P&O Cruises Australia ship have learned their 4-night voyage has been extended. The 108,865-gross-ton Pacific Encounter, which departed from Brisbane, Australia, on March 4, 2025, is currently calling in Airlie Beach, Australia, on March 6, and was expected back to its home port on March 8. Instead, a
