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CRUISE NEWS! MORE Cruise Taxes!?! Murder Onboard a Cruise Ship!

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👁️ 3K views📅 12 months ago⏱️ 9:59
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I have seen updates today that um Cruise Lines um International Association has announced that instead of that $42 tax, they are going to be charging $5.

Royal Caribbean has announced today that they are going to pay a 75 cents per share dividend to their shareholders who hold Royal Caribbean stock.

It makes me really sad that people would go on a cruise and um, one person would kill another person.

I would say do two things. number one, hurry up and move away from that location and call for help out from security at the same time.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Be aware of your surroundings on a cruise ship and move away from conflicts.
Call security immediately if you witness a fight or unsafe behavior.
Consider how new taxes might impact your cruise planning, especially for Hawaii and Mexico itineraries.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the new cruise taxes being imposed by Mexico and Hawaii?
QHow will these taxes affect future cruise planning and costs?
QWhat financial news is there about Royal Caribbean's dividend?
QWhat happened on the MSC Virtuosa and how can passengers help?

Topics Covered

Loyalty Program2½ Happy BaconSafety Medical3½ Sad BaconValue Pricing2 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Hawaii½ Happy Bacon
Mexico2 Happy Bacon
Southampton3½ Sad Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Today we've got important cruise updates that all travelers should know. Mexico is introducing a new gradual cruise tax starting in 2026—lower than first feared. Hawaii, meanwhile, is going with a percentage-based tax tied to your cruise fare. What does this mean for future cruise planning? We also share some financial news: Royal Caribbean is issuing another dividend, showing positive earnings momentum for 2025. Finally, we share a somber update—a man was killed aboard the MSC Virtuosa during a two-day cruise from Southampton. Authorities are asking for help, and Allison shares safety tips all cruise travelers should keep in mind. Please share your thoughts in the comments and let us know how these updates affect your travel plans. Stay safe, and happy cruising. Our email address: letsgotraveltips@gmail.com 🛳️ Join us on our Upcoming Group Cruises: https://letsgotraveltips.com/upcoming-group-cruises/ 📟 Our Website: https://letsgotraveltips.com/ Thank you for watching Let's Go! Travel Tips and joining us as we talk about cruising to such destinations as Alaska and the Caribbean, but also to more distant and exotic locations in Europe, including the Mediterranean, the Baltic, British Isles, Norway and beyond. We share the latest Cruise News Today and Cruise Travel Tips. Please be sure to tell us in the comments your own experiences so we can all learn how to best enjoy our cruise vacation. Thank you and God Bless you! 🏪 Our new Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/letsgotraveltips 🏪 Our Merchandising Website: https://lets-go-travel-tips.creator-spring.com/ 👚 Our YouTube Merchandise Store: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPjiUpsyS8nnLlSSAWH5oHA/store 🚶‍♂️ Walkabout Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@majestimundo 📃 Cruise Packing Lists: https://www.etsy.com/shop/HazelnutPrintCo/?section_id=38505690 📷 If you would like to send us pictures from your trips, please share to our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsgotraveltips Comment below and let us know your thoughts. ===CONTACT INFO=== ✉ Address for USPS mail: PO Box 50474, Provo, UT 84605 🏪 Merchandise: https://lets-go-travel-tips.creator-spring.com/ ✉ YouTube Channel Email: letsgotraveltips@gmail.com 📟 https://letsgotraveltips.com/ 👍 Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsgotraveltips 👍 Facebook Public Page: https://www.facebook.com/letsgotraveltips 👩‍🏫 Follow us on InstaGram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgotraveltips #cruisenews #letsgotraveltips #princesscruises #ILoveThisBoat #loveboatcruise #letsgo! #cruiseupdates #cruisecritic #cruiseship #ILoveThis