We provide you with a weekly round-up of the most recent cruise information each weekend. This week options information from Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, and Movie star Cruises.
Newest Cruise Information
Carnival Vista Rescues Six After Cargo Ship Capsizes
Whereas crusing close to the Dominican Republic, the Carnival Vista noticed six survivors from a capsized cargo ship and introduced them aboard.
The Coast Guard searched and ultimately positioned 4 different lacking crew members. Carnival Vista continued its deliberate journey after informing authorities. This was the second such rescue for Carnival’s ships this 12 months, following the same incident within the North Sea earlier in October.
Nieuw Amsterdam’s Caribbean Cruise Delayed by Unhealthy Climate
Holland America’s Nieuw Amsterdam Caribbean cruise scheduled for this Saturday has been delayed because of unhealthy climate.
Passengers will now set sail on Monday, December 18, with a shorter itinerary visiting Half Moon Cay and Key West as an alternative of the deliberate Dominican Republic, St. Thomas, and Grand Turk.
As an apology, the cruise line is providing a 100% future cruise credit score, 25% credit score on the unique fare, $150 onboard credit score, and refunds for any impacted excursions. Holland America presents $300 per day in onboard credit score and resort suggestions for these needing additional resort nights.
Royal Caribbean Eyes Comeback in Bahamas
Royal Caribbean is in talks to purchase the closed Xanadu Seaside Resort and close by land for a resort and water park. Plans may additionally contain the Movie star Cruises model, too.
Royal Caribbean has just lately introduced they’re investing to revitalize Freeport Harbour. They’re aiming larger than their previous Grand Lucayan deal that was botched in 2021, and this new challenge, with its marina and prime location, might be an enormous step for the cruise large within the Bahamas.
Carnival and Royal Caribbean simply invested hundreds of thousands into enhancing Grand Bahama shipyard facilty in Freeport, Bahamas.
Princess Cruises Begins Building for Star Princess
Princess Cruises celebrated the beginning of building for his or her latest ship, Star Princess, with a keel-laying ceremony in Italy. This large vessel, scheduled for a 2025 debut, will likely be their greatest but, boasting an leisure dome, state-of-the-art theater, and gorgeous ocean views.
Star Princess will sail from Fort Lauderdale to locations just like the Caribbean, Panama Canal, and Hawaii throughout its inaugural season.
Solar Princess Unveils New Love-Themed Restaurant
Princess Cruises is setting sail for a sensory feast on the Solar Princess with “Love by Britto,” a brand new restaurant in 2024. Artist Romero Britto’s vibrant Blissful Artwork infuses the area, whereas Chef Rudi Sodamin’s seven-course tasting menu indulges with Oysters and Wagyu for $149.
Channeling the “Love Boat” legacy, the Solar Princess presents fashionable thrills like a roll glider and Cirque Éloize reveals, making it a cruise for the guts, the senses, and the adventurous spirit.
Movie star Cruises Tightens Shore Tour Cancellation Coverage
Movie star Cruises is tightening its shore tour cancellation coverage. Beginning January 1, you’ll be able to solely get a refund for many excursions in case you cancel 48 hours earlier than the ship arrives in port, not earlier than the tour begins.
This permits others to snag spots in crammed excursions and reduces last-minute adjustments. Extra complicated excursions with flights or in a single day stays nonetheless require a 30-day cancellation discover.
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