Cruiseradio News Updates

Crème brûlée is one of the most indulgent desserts on Carnival Cruise Line’s menu. The creamy vanilla custard topped with a caramelized sugar crust is pure perfection, and now you can recreate it in your kitchen. This creme brulee recipe is perfect for family gatherings or an at-home evening. My… Read more »

A Caribbean cruise took a tragic turn last Saturday when a woman attempted to jump from the Sky Princess as it made its way back to Port Everglades. The Princess cruise ship left on December 15 for an eight-day Western Caribbean voyage, calling on Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman Island, Cozumel,… Read more »

The Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA) has approved a $199 million budget for fiscal year 2025, representing a 19% reduction from the previous year’s $246 million budget. The budget was finalized this past fall during a special meeting held in St. Thomas. Revenue Projections and Cruise Traffic Growth The port… Read more »

Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas has been forced to bypass San Juan, Puerto Rico, yet again due to ongoing issues at Pier 3, the only berth capable of accommodating the massive Oasis-class ships.  The pier, which has been closed since a docking incident in April 2024 involving the loss… Read more »

AARP Travel Rewards has slashed its discount on Carnival Cruise Line gift cards, dropping the rate from eight to five percent. This change marks the second discount decrease in just over a month, frustrating loyal users relying on the program to save on cruises. AARP Carnival Gift Cards by Value… Read more »

Many passengers are drawn to the excitement and allure of the onboard casino on a cruise vacation. However, proper etiquette should always be observed while gambling. This article will outline some crucial dos and don’ts for gamblers in cruise ship casinos. Dos for the Gamblers As you prepare to embark… Read more »

A crew member aboard Royal Caribbean’s Vision of the Seas went overboard in the Atlantic Ocean on Dec. 17, 2024. The incident occurred during the final days of a 12-night Southern Caribbean cruise as the ship sailed back to Baltimore, Maryland. What happened? The overboard alert was triggered at approximately… Read more »

Carnival Corporation remains optimistic about 2025 bookings after reporting record-breaking financial results for 2024. However, during the Q&A session of its year-end earnings call this morning, company leaders addressed potential hurdles, including Mexico’s proposed passenger tax and commission trends. Record Full-Year Revenues The company announced record-high full-year revenues of $25… Read more »

Over 200 people fell ill on two cruises this week, as the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed they were the 10th and 11th shipboard norovirus outbreaks of the year. Ruby Princess ended a cruise earlier this week that saw 115 reported ill, including 12 crew members. The… Read more »

Resorts World Cruises (RWC) is acquiring its third ship, the Pacific Explorer, from the soon-to-be-dissolved P&O Cruises Australia, part of Carnival Corporation. According to Friday’s announcement, Pacific Explorer will undergo a $50 million refurbishment and be rebranded as Star Scorpio in March 2025, expanding RWC’s footprint in Southeast Asia. The… Read more »