CRUISE NEWS - Cruisers Arrested for Fraud, ROYAL ORDERS ANOTHER MEGA SHIP, Holland Offers Samples
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The creator discusses several recent developments within the cruise industry, beginning with a tragic landslide in Ketchikan, Alaska, that resulted in one death and several injuries. Regarding fleet expansions, Royal Caribbean has committed to building a fourth Icon class ship following the success of the Icon of the Seas, continuing its partnership with the Meyer Turku Shipyard. Holland America Line is offering new ways for passengers to experience world cruises by providing shorter itineraries ranging from 20 to 50 days at a specific daily price point. The video also covers policy changes at Royal Caribbean, where the cruise line is implementing a 200 dollar deposit requirement for guests receiving complimentary cruises to deter no-shows. Finally, the creator reports on the arrest of four passengers aboard the MSC Magnifica who are alleged to have attempted to defraud the cruise line through the shipboard casino using potentially fraudulent credit cards. The host concludes by announcing the return of group cruises through a new travel partnership.
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Tragedy has struck the cruise port of Ketchikan, Alaska.
Royal Caribbean has ordered a fourth Icon class cruise ship.
Holland America Line is offering World cruise samples.
Royal Caribbean is cracking down on free cruise no shows.
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