BAD NEWS FOR SOLO CRUISERS - CRUISE NEWS
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The creator provides an update on several recent developments within the cruise industry. He begins by discussing the arrival of Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas in Miami, noting the scheduled celebration at the terminal. The video also covers Seabourn's implementation of Starlink high-speed internet across most of its fleet, highlighting how internet access serves as a differentiator for modern travelers. The discussion then shifts to more controversial news, including Disney's reported stance against the popular trend of hiding rubber duckies on ships. Finally, the creator examines pricing discrepancies for solo travelers on Celebrity Cruises. He cites reports showing that single passengers may be charged significantly more than the combined cost of two people sharing a cabin. He explains that the cruise line justifies these higher rates by citing the loss of potential onboard revenue from a second passenger. The creator concludes by questioning whether this pricing model is a reasonable solution for cruise lines to recover lost revenue or if it serves to discourage solo travelers.
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I enjoyed it it was a good time not enough time but a good time nonetheless
the short review the too long didn't read tldr is I enjoyed it it was a good time
this would be super discouraging as a solo Cruiser
I don't think I would be too excited about it if you're interested in this conversation
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