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CRUISE NEWS -CHARGED EXTRA FOR BEING STUCK AT SEA AND MAIN DINING CHANGES

Don's Family Vacations
Don's Family Vacations
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πŸ‘οΈ 65K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 8:27

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Editorial Summary

The creator discusses recent developments regarding cruise line policies, beginning with an incident involving the Wonder of the Seas. After a medical emergency required the ship to divert to San Juan, the vessel returned to port one day late. The creator notes that instead of extending existing packages like internet or drinks for free due to the delay, the cruise line offered them at a fifty percent discount. This approach is criticized because passengers may need internet access to rearrange flights caused by the delay. The video then shifts to broader industry trends regarding dining changes. The creator mentions reports of Carnival charging for room service and Royal Caribbean potentially limiting menu items or charging extra for certain dishes like lobster tails. There is a discussion regarding rumors of charges for ordering more than two entrees in the main dining room. While some passengers express anger over these potential restrictions, the creator suggests that cruise lines are likely implementing these changes as cost-saving and efficiency measures. The video concludes by questioning whether these dining changes will eventually spread to all major cruise lines and asking viewers for their opinions on what constitutes fair service.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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Not Their Favorite
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A Nibble

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Creator's Key Takeaways

The Wonder of the Seas had a medical emergency on board it had to turn around and head to San Juan for a medical emergency for a passenger

I was surprised that they were doing that I thought they would just you know okay we extended it one more day sorry for the inconvenience

I heard Royal Caribbean is cutting back and charging for the law extra lobster tail we here and they're also shortening the menu

I don't know what you guys feel do you think that's fair first of all what do you think is fair

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Be prepared for potential dining changes on cruise lines, such as a la carte charges or limited entree options.
βœ“Consider booking flights through the cruise line to avoid rearrangement issues if the ship is delayed.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat happens when a cruise is delayed due to a medical emergency?
QHow do cruise lines handle extra charges for packages during delays?
QWhat are the recent dining changes on cruise lines like Carnival and Royal Caribbean?

Topics Covered

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