Man Not Allowed to Cruise for Birthday | Star of the Seas Issue

Editorial Summary

Host Tony discusses several recent developments within the cruise industry. He begins with a story about a young couple in Canada who were denied their Carnival Radiance cruise because the male passenger is twenty years old. Due to a policy change in February 2025 requiring travelers under twenty-one to have a guardian, the couple sought help on Facebook and successfully found a stranger to act as their guardian. Tony expresses concerns regarding the safety and implications of linking personal information with a stranger. The video also covers weather disruptions, noting that Tropical Storm Jerry forced the Star of the Seas to adjust its itinerary to include an overnight stay in San Juan, while Typhoon Halong delayed the Ovation of the Seas in Japan. Regarding Royal Caribbean, Tony highlights a clarification that unused specialty coffee punch cards can now be used on different ships. He also mentions the Carnival Magellen entering its first dry dock in France. Finally, the host addresses a complaint from a customer who labeled Carnival a scammer after losing a non-refundable deposit due to a new job, leading to a discussion on personal responsibility and fine print.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.