Search Called Off For Cruiser That Jumped Off Ship

Editorial Summary

Doug Parker reports on several developments within the cruise industry. The search for a 66 year old woman who went overboard from the Royal Caribbean Allure of the Seas near Nassau has been suspended. The Royal Bahamas Defense Force and the US Coast Guard conducted a 15 hour search after the woman was reported missing on Tuesday night. Royal Caribbean stated they are supporting the family while respecting their privacy. In legal news, the US 11th Circuit Court of Appeals overturned a nearly 440 million dollar judgment against Carnival Corporation, Royal Caribbean, MSC, and NCL. The lawsuit involving Havana docks Corporation regarding operations in Cuba was dismissed because the property rights had expired. Additionally, Norwegian Cruise Line announced new onboard features for its upcoming Prima Plus Class ships, the Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna. These amenities include virtual reality game zones, interactive bars, and expanded spa services based on consumer feedback. The report concludes by noting that cruise line stocks saw a decline on Wednesday, with Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, and Viking all experiencing percentage drops.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.