⚓ Cruise Passenger Faces Firearm Charges in Bahamas

A 69-year-old American grandmother, Mary Robinson from Oklahoma, was arrested and charged with illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition while onboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship docked in the Bahamas on December 2. Robinson was found carrying a loaded Read More …

Safety First Always As Fog Delays Cruise Ships

A dense blanket of chilly winter fog unexpectedly enveloped the west coast of Florida on Saturday, December 6, causing a major disruption at the Port of Tampa Bay. Port authorities were forced to temporarily suspend all maritime traffic through the Read More …

European Union Strengthens Global Travel Security Framework

The European Union has successfully adopted modernized regulations for its visa-free travel framework, establishing a comprehensive and stable approach to managing international movement. These updated suspension rules significantly enhance the EU’s capacity to maintain the safety and stability of the Read More …

Streamers’ Onboard Antics Result In Cruise Removal

A group of seven live streamers, known as the “Cx group” and led by streamer Ice Poseidon, were removed from the Royal Caribbean ship Harmony of the Seas following multiple onboard incidents during their 7-night Western Caribbean cruise. The group’s Read More …

New Visa Rules Promote Security, Integrity, And Balance

The European Council finalized an update to the European Union’s mechanism for suspending visa-free travel on November 17, 2025. This reform aims to allow the EU to respond more quickly and forcefully when visa-free status is perceived to be misused Read More …

Flight Delays Create Travel Challenge, Patience Wins

Massive operational disruptions have affected thousands of travelers across the United States, primarily due to 2,218 flight delays and 78 cancellations recorded on November 23, 2025. Major carriers including United Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and GoJet are among Read More …

Aurora Expeditions Launches Antarctica 2027–28

Award-winning expedition travel company Aurora Expeditions has today unveiled its Antarctica 2027–28 season, featuring 34 transformative voyages that continue to redefine small-ship adventure across the world’s last great wilderness. Sailing aboard Aurora’s three purpose-built expedition ships – the Greg Mortimer, Sylvia Earle, and Douglas Read More …

Princess Modifies Vacation Protection Program

Princess Cruises is implementing significant enhancements to its Princess Vacation Protection (PVP) Programs, effective for cruise bookings made on or after December 9, 2025. These updates are intended to simplify choices while expanding coverage availability across global markets. The most Read More …

Virgin Voyages Offers Cruise Credit For Canceled Flights

Virgin Voyages has publicly announced support for passengers affected by the ongoing U.S. airline delays and cancellations stemming from the government shutdown. Recognizing that many cruisers rely on air travel to reach their departure ports, the cruise line has offered Read More …