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UPSET CRUISE WANTS MONEY BACK, Crew Member Missing, Cruise Line Guarantees Glaciers

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πŸ‘οΈ 81K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 12:53

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Editorial Summary

The host discusses several recent developments within the cruise industry, beginning with Holland America Line's new glacier guarantee. This policy promises a 15 percent future cruise credit to passengers who fail to see a glacier during their Alaskan voyage. The program is noted as a bold move by a long-standing operator in the region. The video then shifts to a report from Ambassador Cruise Lines regarding a missing crew member on the Ambian. The individual was discovered missing during a breakfast roll call while the ship was near Cape Finster, Spain, and a subsequent search was eventually called off. Additionally, the host covers an investigation by the state of Hawaii into the Celebrity Edge. Officials are looking into reports that the vessel sailed significantly closer to the Kauai shoreline than the required 3,000 feet. Finally, the creator addresses a controversy involving Carnival Cruise Line. After a brand ambassador highlighted the accommodations provided for forty visually impaired guests and their seeing eye dogs, an anonymous passenger requested a refund, citing concerns over dog allergies in confined spaces. The host debates the validity of the allergy concerns versus the necessity of service animals for disabled travelers.

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How This Review Compares

This review's score for Holland America Line
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Holland America Line
A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

Holland America line has been doing cruises in Alaska for over 50 years they're considered one of the standard bearers the you know top tier when it comes to Alaskan cruising

we guarantee you that you will see a glacier on your cruise to Alaska or we're going to give you a 15% future Cruise credit

a crew member has gone missing feared overboard on one of their cruise ships that is doing an around the world cruise

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“If you don't see a glacier on your Alaskan cruise, you may be eligible for a future cruise credit from Holland America Line.
βœ“Be aware that cruise ships must stay 3,000 feet away from the shoreline in Hawaii.
βœ“Cruise lines accommodate service dogs for passengers with disabilities, and this is considered a medical necessity.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat happens if you don't see a glacier on an Alaskan cruise?
QWhy was a crew member missing on an around-the-world cruise?
QWhy was the Celebrity Edge investigated for sailing too close to the coast of Hawaii?
QShould Carnival refund a passenger allergic to dogs due to service dogs on board?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

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Top: Mendenhall Glacier
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