Key Aspects: Unlimited beverage packages will continue to be honored at Great Stirrup Cay through March 2026. Norwegian Cruise Line had previously announced the packages would not be valid after February. A new drink package for the private island is reportedly in development but has not yet been announced. Norwegian Cruise Line guests will get
Key Aspects: Carnival Elation alerted the US Coast Guard to a man in need of aid in a disabled sailboat near Port Canaveral. The US Coast Guard then worked with a container ship to rescue the man and tow his sailboat. As the craft was sinking, the rescue came in the nick of time. Thanks
Key Aspects: Costa Favolosa encountered rough weather caused by an extratropical cyclone. The ship rocked and tilted, scaring passengers who were onboard at the time. Thankfully, there were no reports of injuries or damage to the ship, which has continued operating normally. A recent sailing onboard Costa Favolosa briefly descended into panic and chaos due
It’s been another hectic week for news across the cruise industry, and Cruise Hive has it all covered. In this week’s recap, some of our top stories include Carnival Cruise Line cancelling some Mexico shore excursions due to safety issues; Disney Cruise Line naming Robert Downey Jr. as godfather to Disney Adventure; and Celebrity Cruises’
Key Aspects: Disney Magic stood ready to offer aid to a sailboat that appeared to be in distress on Thursday, February 26. A USCG plane dropped supplies to the sailboat and the cruise ship’s assistance was not required after all. The ship’s itinerary for her 4-night sailing was not impacted and Disney Magic visited Progreso
Key Aspects: Norwegian Cruise Line appears to have backtracked on recent dining dress code restrictions. An emphasis is made on “appropriate” attire, but no definition is offered for what is appropriate. Guests don’t mind casual vibes but would like clear guidance about what is expected. Norwegian Cruise Line may be lightening up on recent restrictions
Key Aspects: Royal Caribbean will no longer include cups for the Coca-Cola Freestyle machines with select beverage packages. Guests can add a cup for an extra $4.99 one-time charge, but free cups are still part of the classic soda package. The change takes effect fleetwide from March 15, 2026. Royal Caribbean guests who purchase various
Key Aspects: Three Carnival Sunrise passengers injured on a tender boat are suing Carnival Corporation for negligence. While enroute to Princess Cays, the boat experienced turbulent conditions. The lawsuit was filed on February 26, 2026, and seeks a jury trial. Three guests who were injured during a Carnival Cruise Line voyage have filed a lawsuit
Key Aspects: Royal Caribbean has reorganized its prohibited items list and now offers greater explanations for some restrictions. The list also now includes common items guests ask about, such as snacks, baby items, and pets. The redesign will make it easier to find answers to common questions about what guests can and can’t bring onboard.
Key Aspects: Carnival Luminosa missed a visit to Vila, Vanuatu, due to a low-pressure weather system creating unsafe conditions. The ship had a day at sea instead and will visit Lautoka, Fiji, a day early for smoother sailing. It is possible the ship may be able to visit Vila later in the sailing if weather
Key Aspects: Carnival Cruise Line is tweaking select itineraries in late 2027 and early 2028 for five ships. The impacted ships are Carnival Valor, Conquest, Miracle, Liberty, and Pride. Changes include port swaps, shifted port visit times, and one completely changed itinerary. Carnival Cruise Line is now reaching out to guests booked on five different
Key Aspects: MSC Cruises’ MSC Poesia is undergoing a major refit during a six-week dry dock. Among the enhancements will be the addition of the MSC Yacht Club. The renovation will be completed in time for the ship’s first Alaska season. MSC Cruises’ MSC Poesia entered dry dock on February 19, 2026, at Malta’s Palumbo
