CRUISE NEWS - ANOTHER CRUISE CUT SHORT, PASSENGERS FORCED TO RETURN TO PORT, CARNIVAL and MORE

Editorial Summary

The host provides several cruise industry updates, beginning with the news that the Norwegian Gem had its cruise cut short due to COVID-related circumstances, forcing passengers to return to New York from St. Martin. In South Carolina, the Carnival Sunshine has resumed cruising from Charleston after a nearly two-year hiatus. Regarding health protocols, the host notes that TUI Cruises in Germany now requires booster shots for passengers vaccinated more than three months ago, while Aida Cruises is moving toward a model of mandatory ship-organized excursions and recommending booster shots. In Brazil, cruise operations have been voluntarily extended through February 5th. Additionally, Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises are extending their Cruise with Confidence program, which allows for cancellations up to 48 hours before sailing for future cruise credit. The video concludes with a discussion on tipping etiquette for specialty dining, where the host advises passengers to check if gratuities are already included on their bill before providing additional tips.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.