Justin Dixon+FollowCruise Lovers, This Is a Game ChangerEver get FOMO when your cruise ship leaves port too soon? Holland America Line just dropped new itineraries with overnight stays in Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji—meaning you can actually soak up the local vibes instead of rushing back to the ship. Think: late-night Melbourne cafés, extra time at the Great Barrier Reef, and real-deal Fijian traditions. Slow travel is officially in, and I’m obsessed with this trend! Who’s in for a longer adventure? #Travel #CruiseLife #TravelGoals20Share
suarezpatricia+FollowCruise Ship Norovirus Outbreak DramaImagine being on a 133-night world cruise and suddenly, norovirus crashes the party! Over 100 passengers and crew on the AIDAdiva have been hit with stomach issues, making this the ship’s first outbreak of 2025. The crew is going full hazmat mode with deep cleaning and quarantines, but with so many stops left, everyone’s on edge. Pro tip: wash your hands and avoid those buffet tongs! Would you still sail on a cruise after hearing this? #Health #BodyHealth #CruiseLife10Share
suarezpatricia+FollowCruise Ship Turns Into Sick BayImagine being on a dream cruise and suddenly, over 100 people start getting sick with norovirus—yep, vomiting and diarrhea galore. That’s what happened on the AIDAdiva, which set sail for 133 days from Germany. The crew scrambled to disinfect everything and isolate the sick, but talk about a rough trip! Norovirus outbreaks on cruises are up lately, but the CDC says ships are just easier to track than, say, daycares or nursing homes. Would you still risk a cruise after hearing this? #Health #BodyHealth #CruiseLife00Share
Jerry Clark+FollowCruise Lines Battle It Out for Top SpotsEver wondered which cruise lines are making waves? The Wave Awards just crowned Riviera Travel, Cunard, and Hurtigruten as the big winners—think of it as the Oscars for cruises. This year, solo travelers and first-timers are getting more love, and new ships are launching left and right. If you’re planning a getaway, now’s the time to snag deals from these award-winning lines! #Business #Industry #CruiseLife00Share
ashley89+FollowRoyal Caribbean Beach Club Sneak Peek CanceledCruise fans who thought they’d be the first to chill at Royal Caribbean’s new Royal Beach Club Paradise Island just got a bummer email—the exclusive sneak peek event is canceled because construction isn’t done yet. The good news? The grand opening is still set for Dec. 23, and guests who missed out will get some exclusive swag. Would you be annoyed or just more hyped for the big reveal? #Travel #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseLife00Share
Dr. Michael Henson+FollowCruise Dreams vs. Reality: Why I Jumped ShipI was all in for the cruise life—sunsets, cocktails, new cities every day. But after a sneak peek, the crowds, hidden costs, and environmental guilt totally killed the vibe. Turns out, those quick port stops barely scratch the surface, and I missed real local connections. Swapping my cruise for slow travel in one spot? Game changer. Sometimes, less really is more when it comes to adventure. #Travel #TravelTruths #CruiseLife00Share
Kelly Mack+FollowCruise Plans Flipped: MSC Meraviglia DramaMSC Meraviglia’s Bahamas cruise just got a plot twist! Thanks to some pesky propulsion issues, the Port Canaveral stop is now super short (excursions canceled, sorry!), but the Ocean Cay beach day is getting a glow-up with extra hours. The silver lining? Guests get a $100 onboard credit per person (yep, you can use it for tips, spa, or shopping) and full refunds for canceled excursions. Not the cruise anyone expected, but still plenty of ways to make it epic! #Travel #CruiseLife #MSC01Share
Jennifer Reyes+FollowWhere Old Cruise Ships Go to RetireEver wondered what happens to cruise ships when they're too old to party at sea? Some get a second life as floating hotels (like the Queen Mary in California), while others are sold, rebranded, or sadly, scrapped for parts. If a ship isn’t worth fixing up, it’s broken down and recycled—think of it as extreme upcycling! But beware: shipbreaking can be risky for workers and the environment, so there’s drama over how and where it’s done. Next time you sip coffee, imagine your mug might be made from a former cruise ship! #Business #Industry #CruiseLife10Share
Jamie Watson+FollowCarnival Miracle Loyalty Perks DramaCarnival Miracle cruisers are buzzing—some top-tier loyalty perks just got axed on a regular 7-night sailing! Priority lines, luggage delivery, and even guaranteed dining room seating for Diamond guests are off the table. Even the free laundry perk now has a strict deadline. Usually, these cuts only hit rare or super-long trips, but this time it’s just a classic Caribbean cruise. Collectible pins and the VIFP party are still on, but loyal cruisers are definitely feeling the pinch! #Travel #CarnivalCruise #CruiseLife00Share
