Carnival Ship Delayed by Speed Issue, Power Surge at Cruise Port ⚠️
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Doug Parker reports on several updates affecting major cruise lines. The Carnival Horizon experienced a speed issue during an eight night trip to the ABC Islands, resulting in a thirty minute delay arriving in Miami. A subsequent power surge at the terminal further delayed debarkation and pushed back the next sailing by approximately two hours. Repairs for the vessel are currently underway. Regarding pricing, Holland America Line has increased its daily crew appreciation fees for standard and suite guests. Additionally, a twenty percent service charge now applies to drinks, specialty dining, and spa services. Carnival Cruise Lines also implemented new gratuity rates on April 2nd. Finally, Virgin Voyages has announced changes to its 2026 Alaska itineraries. Due to ongoing landslide risks in Tracy Arm Fjord, the Brilliant Lady will instead visit Indecott Arm, which is described as a more stable alternative. This decision follows similar moves by Carnival Cruise Line and Holland America Line to avoid the area.
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A speed issue slowed Carnival Horizon down over the weekend as the ship wrapped up an 8 night ABC Islands cruise.
Holland America Line has quietly increased its onboard gratuitities for the first time since February of 2024.
Virgin Voyages is dropping visits to Tracy Arm Fjord for its first ever Alaska season.
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