CRUISE NEWS - CRUISE FRAUD, CRUISE CANCELATIONS, CRUISE TIPPING, and MORE
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The creator provides an update on several cruise industry developments, beginning with Carnival Cruise Line cancellations. Due to dry dock schedules for the Carnival Miracle, several West Coast sailings have been canceled, with passengers offered the choice of rescheduling with an onboard credit or receiving a full refund. The video also notes that Azamara has returned to full service as an independent entity. Regarding Disney Cruise Line, the creator highlights the upcoming arrival of the Disney Wish at Port Canaveral, noting the scheduled appearance for June 20. A unique marketing story is shared about an ancient mysteries cruise on the NCL Prima that features a glass bottom boat excursion in the Bermuda Triangle, complete with a money-back guarantee if passengers disappear. The creator also discusses a case of insurance fraud involving an Alabama woman who falsely claimed she did not receive a refund for a canceled Carnival cruise. Finally, the video addresses the ongoing debate regarding tipping port porters. The creator shares his personal practice of tipping five dollars per bag and discusses the conflicting views on whether dock workers' salaries should influence tipping etiquette or if generosity should remain unconditional regardless of the workers attitude.
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i always tip the porters i tip five dollars a bag i've mentioned that before
the cruising convention the cruise etiquette is that you do tip those people that is fairly standard practice
never be ashamed for being generous so for the people that call me crazy for giving five dollars instead of two dollars
if you do disappear you will receive a full refund i don't know if that's enticing enough
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