USA TODAY4 days agoDo cruise ships have morgues? Here's what happens when someone dies on boardUSA TODAY - Nathan DillerCruise ships are known for their many amenities aimed at helping passengers make the most of their vacations. But cruise lines also have to be prepared for the worst. In addition to onboard security and medical care, the vessels have facilities and protocols in case someone dies during a …
USA TODAY5 days agoWarm-weather expedition cruises offer adventures that feel 'more like vacation'USA TODAY - Nathan DillerAt first, all I could see was what looked like a light gray stick. But as our Zodiac boat slowly approached a mud bank in Western Australia's Kimberley region, a thick, scaly tail and a mouth that appeared to be curled in a jagged smirk came into view. “Ladies and gentlemen, we have a crocodile,” …
USA TODAYCarnival reveals adults-only Pearl Cove Beach Club coming to Bahamas destination in 2025USA TODAY - Nathan DillerCarnival Cruise Line’s new private Bahamas destination was planned with guests of all ages in mind – including grown-ups who want to get away from it all. The cruise line revealed details about Pearl Cove Beach Club on Thursday, an adults-only area at Celebration Key, which is slated to open in July …
USA TODAYCruise crew member arrests made headlines. What can guests do to keep kids safer?USA TODAY - Nathan DillerCruises are popular travel options for families, but numerous arrests in recent months may have raised concerns about child safety on board. Two Carnival Cruise Line crew members were arrested last month for alleged transportation of child pornography. One was also charged with possession of child …
USA TODAYEven heroes need a vacation: What to expect from the Disney Destiny cruise shipUSA TODAY - Nathan DillerGet more news like this delivered to your inbox bysigning up for our Travel newsletter here. Even heroes need a vacation, and Disney Cruise Line is dedicating an entire ship to them – and their evil counterparts. The cruise line revealed new details about its Disney Destiny ship, which will begin …
USA TODAYParty-packed weekend vs family trip: How the world's biggest cruise ships compareUSA TODAY - Nathan DillerRoyal Caribbean International broke records this year when it launched the biggest cruise ship in the world, Icon of the Seas. Six months later, the cruise line is back with the second-biggest. Utopia of the Seas launched July 19 from Florida’s Port Canaveral. But while the two vessels have a lot in …
USA TODAYHolland America will offer solar eclipse cruises in 2026, including round-trip from USUSA TODAY - Nathan DillerThe 2026 total solar eclipse won’t be visible from the U.S., but Holland America Line will make chasing it down easy. The cruise line is offering three itineraries that will put ships in the path of totality, including one round-trip from Boston. The sailings are part of a wider range of Celestial …
USA TODAY8 cruise lines that are letting kids sail free in 2024USA TODAY - Gina KramerGet more news like this delivered to your inbox bysigning up for our Travel newsletter here. Considering a cruise vacation? Many of the world's most popular family cruise lines offer ongoing promotions that let kids sail free on new bookings for families traveling together, and this year that list …
USA TODAYTwo Carnival Cruise Line crew members arrested on child pornography chargesUSA TODAY - Nathan DillerTwo Carnival Cruise Line crew members were arrested on child pornography charges earlier this month. Law enforcement found what appeared to be child sexual abuse material on Reza Heta Pratama’s phone and laptop during a July 18 search after he disembarked Carnival Valor in New Orleans, Louisiana. He …
USA TODAYCalling adult children: Virgin Voyages offers free cruises to 'kids' up to age 26USA TODAY - Nathan DillerIf you’re young enough to still be on your parents’ health insurance, you can get a free cruise too. Adults-only cruise line Virgin Voyages is offering complimentary fares to guests between 18 and 26 through the end of the year. “‘If you’re old enough to vote, you’re old enough to sail’ was the …
USA TODAYCarnival Cruise Line will launch biggest ships ever starting in 2029USA TODAY - Nathan DillerCarnival Cruise Line is going bigger than ever before with a new class of ships. The cruise line will welcome the first of the three new vessels in the summer of 2029, each with more than 3,000 cabins and a full capacity of nearly 8,000 guests. The others will follow in 2031 and 2033, and the class …
USA TODAYMeghan Trainor helps launch Royal Caribbean's new ship: 'Literally, godmother right now'USA TODAY - Nathan DillerMeghan Trainor’s first cruise came with more than a cabin and pool deck – she got a title, too. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter was named godmother of Royal Caribbean International’s new ship, Utopia of the Seas. Trainor helped launch the ship during a three-night preview sailing ahead of its …