Cruise Ship Tilts in Strong Winds, Passengers Injured

Editorial Summary

Doug Parker reports on several significant developments within the cruise industry. The Crown Princess experienced a sudden tilt while navigating the fjords of New Zealand due to strong winds during a course change. This incident resulted in minor injuries for thirteen passengers and three crew members. While water from a pool flooded a dining area and items fell from shop shelves, the vessel sustained no structural damage and remains on its scheduled itinerary. In separate news, Carnival Cruise Line confirmed it has no plans to introduce solo cabins on its fleet. This policy means solo travelers often pay higher per person rates compared to competitors like Norwegian that offer dedicated single cabins. Additionally, Holland America Line reported its third norovirus outbreak of the year on the MS Zaandam. Seventy nine passengers and nine crew members experienced gastrointestinal symptoms during a Caribbean cruise, prompting the implementation of CDC sanitation protocols. The report concludes with a summary of mixed performance in cruise stocks, noting slight increases for Carnival Corporation and flat movement for Royal Caribbean, while Norwegian and Viking saw declines.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.