In October 2026, Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas was forced to swap out its Puerto Vallarta stop for a bonus day in Cabo San Lucas, all thanks to Hurricane Simon. While there were some understandable disappointments, guests were treated to extra perks, and local economies felt the impact in different ways.
October 13, 2026Carnival Cruise Line’s Celebration Key, an exclusive destination on Grand Bahama, just marked its first birthday with a staggering 2.4 million guests since opening last year. In its first year, the island getaway delivered action-packed adventures, authentic Bahamian flair, and big boosts to the local economy. But as the buzz grows, questions about crowding and environmental impacts come into play. With more cruisers eyeing exclusive experiences, both the cruise and hotel industries are watching closely.
July 24, 2026On 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, 2025