Cruise Passengers Warned of Pirates, Carnival Ship Delayed by Storm

Editorial Summary

Doug Parker reports on several recent developments within the cruise industry. Passengers on the Cunard Queen Anne were advised to remain indoors overnight while traveling through the Sulu Sea between Australia and the Philippines. The captain instructed guests to keep curtains closed and turn off balcony lights to mitigate risks associated with piracy in the region. While cruise ships are equipped with defense systems like water cannons, the report notes that actual attacks on cruise vessels are rare. Additionally, a storm system in Norfolk has caused a delay for the Carnival Sunshine. Strong winds and heavy rain have pushed the departure of the six night cruise to this morning, resulting in the loss of one scheduled stop in the Bahamas. In health news, Royal Caribbean has submitted a corrective action report to the CDC regarding the Symphony of the Seas. This follows a recent inspection where the ship received a score of 86 out of 100. The report addresses previous infractions involving food storage, hygiene, and illness reporting by implementing stricter protocols and enhanced sanitation measures. Finally, the report notes that cruise line stocks, including Carnival Corporation, Royal Caribbean, and Viking, all saw increases on Friday.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.