As Hurricane Melissa, one of the fiercest storms in Jamaica’s history, battered the island in October 2025, travel plans were thrown into chaos and the tourism industry faced enormous challenges. Here’s a traveler-friendly wrap-up of the situation as it unfolds, and what it might mean for your future trips to Jamaica.
October 28, 2025As Hurricane Melissa, a powerful Category 5 storm, barrels toward Jamaica and the Caribbean region, travelers and tourists are facing sweeping cancellations, safety warnings, and uncertainty. Here’s a straightforward look at what you need to know, how residents and governments are bracing for impact, and practical advice for your travel plans.
October 27, 2025On July 24, 2025, a violent incident on Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas shocked both crew and travelers when an alleged stabbing among crew members led to one death and raised fresh questions around cruise safety. While the immediate impact is a renewed sense of caution, experts believe it could spark industry-wide improvements in how passenger and crew wellbeing is managed at sea.
July 27, 2025A recent outbreak of gastrointestinal illness on Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas put over 130 vacationers under the weather. Here’s how it unfolded, what it means for cruise lovers, and how the industry may change moving forward.
July 21, 2025Starting July 13, 2025, Royal Caribbean will ban hiding rubber ducks in its shipboard Central Park areas. While meant to protect the lush plant life and ensure passenger safety, this change might put a damper on a quirky cruise tradition. Here’s how this new policy could affect your next adventure at sea.
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