Are Anti-Tourism Protests Ruining Cruises in 2024?

As cruise ships get bigger & anti-tourism protests happen in different destinations, are cruise passengers being unfairly targeted or made to feel unwelcome in cruise ports? While cruise ships sail to many ports of call without issue, in recent cruise news we see that first time cruisers & frequent cruisers are noticing this trend. If you are going on a cruise, you might be wondering how this may affect you, how cruise lines are responding & if this is even a problem at all. In this video, I also share my thoughts on this cruise travel topic, as well as my experiences. Articles mentioned or shown in video: https://www.travelweekly.com/Europe-Travel/Analysis-water-gun-protest-Barcelona https://www.thestreet.com/travel/barcelona-tourist-protests-cruise-ships https://fortune.com/europe/2024/07/17/europe-overtourism-water-pistols-barcelona-hunger-strikes-spain-cruise-ships-avoid-european-hotspots-passengers-not-well-treated/ https://cruiseradio.net/cruise-lines-may-skip-ports-over-anti-tourist-protests/ https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/22/travel/mass-protest-on-spanish-island-mallorca-calls-for-limits-on-tourism/index.html https://www.quora.com/Do-you-think-there-will-be-an-anti-tourist-backlash-in-Europe-due-to-cruise-ships-changing-course https://www.ctvnews.ca/lifestyle/barcelona-will-raise-tourist-tax-for-cruise-passengers-mayor-says-1.6972212 RESOURCES I RECOMMEND 🛳 THE ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER 🛳 Get the Life Well Cruised ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER ($10 off for a limited time). The printable planner includes 47 pages of checklists, packing lists, shore excursion forms & more! here: https://lifewellcruised.com/ultimate-... ______ Please note that this video is not sponsored. The links in this description are affiliate links, meaning that I will make a commission on purchases you make through my links, at no extra cost to you. As Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Level8 Luggage (save 10% with code LIFEWELLCRUISED10): https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-10072095... CRUISE ESSENTIALS Over the door organizer: https://amzn.to/4e3lVRj Hanging toiletry bag: https://amzn.to/3Nb8fFY Passport holder wallet: https://amzn.to/3f6VqNW No surge power cube (with USB): https://amzn.to/3TGq8lY No surge power bar: https://amzn.to/3NCRu7d Towel bands: https://amzn.to/3RF98dc Towel clips: https://amzn.to/3b4cj9V Cruise lanyards: https://amzn.to/3uNZBFb Cruise card holder: https://amzn.to/3EWtRUL Nautical carry on bag: https://amzn.to/2TH7L3T Packing cubes set: https://amzn.to/3wF1syG Clear TSA approved liquid bags: https://amzn.to/49AEmdD Magnet hooks: https://amzn.to/3yP2xXU Magnet clips: https://amzn.to/37bNh9W Travel jewelry bag: https://amzn.to/2SY190s Poo-Pourri: https://amzn.to/3vJCaM8 Waterproof phone cases: https://amzn.to/3iXCuT6 Travel alarm clock: https://amzn.to/3iYuYXN Night light (motion sensor): https://amzn.to/33eMEqP Laundry hamper: https://amzn.to/2YMyJtw Water shoes: https://amzn.to/3G14O1g Reef safe sunscreen: https://amzn.to/3rHUlRS Coverup: https://amzn.to/3gO5T1Z Travel fan: https://amzn.to/3uMc24t Bonine: https://amzn.to/3NE87zo AirTags: https://amzn.to/3tIOttp Binoculars: https://amzn.to/3pMWbUD Bar shampoo & conditioner set: https://amzn.to/3RfGYGn Travel make up mirror: https://amzn.to/3yOLAwL Luggage tag holders: Royal Caribbean: https://amzn.to/3tvNzB5 Celebrity: https://amzn.to/3JB36Fk Norwegian: https://amzn.to/3JzGiFP Princess: https://amzn.to/3wvgW8t Carnival: https://amzn.to/3uhaUFM HAL: https://amzn.to/3tz7tLs MSC: https://amzn.to/3PLkMU4 Level8 Luggage (save 10% with code LIFEWELLCRUISED10): https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-10072095... ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER: https://lifewellcruised.com/ultimate-... More Items we LOVE @ Life Well Cruised Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3QaoV29 _______ FTC LEGAL DISCLOSURE - Some links found in the description box of my videos are affiliate links, meaning that I will make a commission on purchases you make through my links, at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products and services that I personally like and trust. _______ *Business inquiries & media: please contact Ilana at lifewellcruised@gmail.com Please note that I am unable to give personal cruise and travel advice. If you leave a comment I try my best to answer. ABOUT ME Hi! I'm Ilana! I live in Montreal, Canada with my husband Frank. We can often be found dreaming about and planning future cruises, ideally to hot and sunny destinations! I believe in having fun, being kind and that you are never too old, or too young, to live the life of your dreams! Please note that I do not sell cruises on Life Well Cruised. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. I share my own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travellers, which I hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking. ____________ Music Credit: Surf Time by Lux-InspiraMusicMusic