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CRUISE COUPLE SHOCKED BY HUGE BILL, CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE CUT BACKS, HAL PREP and MORE CRUISE NEWS

La Lido Loca
La Lido Loca
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πŸ‘οΈ 92K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 12:30

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Editorial Summary

The creator discusses several recent developments in the cruise industry, beginning with a significant billing error on a Royal Caribbean Symphony of the Seas sailing. A couple was mistakenly charged over 98,000 dollars for a specialty dinner at Jamie's Italian because an ID number was entered into the gratuity field. This error caused credit card authorization issues that hindered the passengers' ability to make purchases during their vacation. The host suggests carrying two credit cards to mitigate such risks. The video also addresses a collision involving a Viking Riverboat on the Rhine, noting official statements that reported no significant injuries. Additionally, the creator examines accusations regarding Carnival Cruise Line cutting corners, specifically mentioning a social media claim about reduced clothing hanger availability. While dismissing the hanger theory as ridiculous, the host notes observed changes in food offerings, such as the removal of certain toppings for Guy's Burgers and prosciutto from breakfast buffets, suggesting these may be cost-cutting measures. Finally, the host shares personal preparations for an upcoming Holland America cruise.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Royal Caribbean Group
Mild Gripe
All-time creator consensus for Royal Caribbean Group
A Nibble

This review is more critical than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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❀️ Best for CoupleVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

they they done had themselves close to a 100 000 italian dinner that chicken parm must have been made of gold

we have been prepping jenny and i have been prepping for our upcoming holland america cruise

i've seen some cutbacks on carnival when i was there so i'll talk about that

on my last cruise on the carnival liberty just a few days ago some of those things don't even exist on the toppings bar anymore

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Have two credit cards for cruising in case one has issues.
βœ“Pack your patience as cruise lines may make changes.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat happened with the Royal Caribbean billing error?
QAre there cost-cutting measures on Carnival cruises?

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