CRUISE NEWS: Security Increases, Kid Curfew, Perk Change & More
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The creator provides a series of updates regarding the cruise industry, covering ship developments, policy changes, and security issues. Royal Caribbean is reportedly considering a new Discovery class of smaller ships to access ports restricted by bridges. In international news, the Philippines has introduced a visa waiver program for cruise passengers to boost tourism, while Norwegian Cruise Line plans to begin homeporting in Philadelphia in 2026. Changes to loyalty perks are also noted, as Carnival Cruise Line is removing time restrictions on complimentary drinks for certain loyalty tiers. Regarding onboard policies, Royal Caribbean is evaluating its child curfew to address complaints about unruly passengers in adult areas. The video also highlights Celebrity Cruises' 2025 President's Cruise and Carnival's upcoming transatlantic sailings. Additionally, the creator discusses the use of a cruise ship to house Olympic surfers in Tahiti and addresses the cruise industry's response to hostile anti-tourism protests in Spanish ports. Finally, the report covers a security crackdown following a viral social media hack involving the substitution of soda cans with alcohol, noting that cruise lines are actively monitoring such content.
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it's not as simple as making the ship broader and less high but we constantly look at the ability to get ships in these places so maybe the discovery class will have the great solution for that
the soda can hack they're up to that it's not good no more do not sneak the drink in with your sodas you will get busted
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