Cruise Ship Disaster? Carnival Delays, Teen Incident, and Casino Changes!
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A cruise ship stuck in port because it's computers basically forgot who the guests were.
This is a tragic case. This is a teenager who was killed on Carnival Horizon, and it has had the cruise world talking.
Keep your hands to yourself, and especially don't be going after other people's kids.
Cruise lines will quietly slip in changes. They don't even ever announce it officially.
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What happens when a cruise ship’s computer system forgets who you are? This week, Melissa unpacks a rare but massive IT failure that left Carnival Firenze stuck in port and thousands of guests confused and delayed. She also gives a raw update on the tragic Anna Kepner case, raising big questions for parents cruising with teens. Plus, there’s growing unease over changing Southern Caribbean itineraries and a controversial onboard assault involving a mistaken identity. If you’re a poker fan, heads up, Princess Cruises might be quietly phasing out tables. And finally, Hawaii's new climate tax has cruisers rethinking those dream itineraries. A lot is happening behind the scenes, and it’s not all sunshine and daiquiris. **FREE Casino Cruise** https://urcomped.com/Affiliate/LandingPage/60?src=profmelissa **CHAPTERS:** * (0:00) What caused Carnival Firenze to delay departure by a full day? * (1:58) Why are cruisers worried about Southern Caribbean itineraries? * (3:17) What’s the latest development in the Anna Kepner case? * (4:41) How did a mistaken identity lead to an onboard assault charge? * (6:22) Is Princess Cruises phasing out poker tables, and why does it matter? * (7:58) How will Hawaii’s new cruise tax affect your future travel plans? ----------------------------------------------- PODCAST Want this video in audio form? Stream my podcast: Spotify: https://profmel.com/spotify Apple: https://profmel.com/apple ----------------------------------------------- LINKS 🛳️ Get my Travel Insurance Guide for Cruisers: https://profmel.com/insurance 🛳️ Shop my favorite cruise outfits and essentials: https://profmel.com/shop 🛳️ Want to become a travel agent? https://www.profmelissa.com/travelagent 🛳️ Get my top recommended travel card: http://www.profmel.com/card 🛳️ Want to book a cruise or take a cruise with me? https://profmel.com/book 🛳️ Grab my FREE Cruise Packing List & Planner: https://profmel.com/subscribe 🛳️ Want to book my favorite private drivers? http://www.profmel.com/drivers ------------------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH ME TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@professormelissa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfMelissaCruises/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professormelissa ------------------------------------------------- Please note that sometimes, my posts contain affiliate links. This means I may receive a commission through purchases, but this does not affect you as a consumer or cost you more in any way. I appreciate your use of my links, as this helps support my channel. ♥️