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Coast Guard To Require Duck Boat Safety
The U.S. Coast Guard has issued an interim rule requiring additional safety measures for DUKW amphibious passenger vessels, aka “duck boats,” in response to the sinking of the Stretch Duck 7 on Table Rock Lake at Lake of the Ozarks Read More …
Safety At Sea Terminology: Forward Looking Sonar
Forward-looking sonar (FLS) is a type of underwater sonar technology used in various applications to provide a forward view of the underwater environment. It’s primarily employed in marine navigation and exploration, as well as for underwater search and rescue operations. Read More …
Windstar Adds New Safety Measure: Masks
SEATTLE, WA, MARCH 30, 2021 – Until further notice, Windstar Cruises will require proof of a current COVID-19 vaccination for all guests sailing aboard Windstar’s yachts. The cruise line arrived at the decision in the best health and wellness interests Read More …
Travel Safety Concerns: Real Or Imagined?
One of the benefits of a cruise vacation is the safety factor; being able to see multiple destinations in the protected environment of your cruise ship. Without fail, cruise lines do not send ships to places where passengers would not Read More …
Facial Recognition Improves Travel Safety
US Customs and Border Protection has a biometric project that uses facial matching systems to improve traveler safety. Read More …
Updated Travel Safety Tips Reflect A Changing World
There are a variety of travel topics that bear repeating and updating from time to time. Packing lists from ten years ago should probably replace “suitcase full of books” with “download books on iPad”. Tips on using a “cell phone” Read More …
Studies Show Port Everglades A Favorite With Cruise Travelers
Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades consistently rank as one of the three busiest cruise ports in the world, with millions sailing from the south Florida port every year. Commonly recommended here and on other cruise information websites: coming into town a day Read More …