The government of the Bahamas will launch an investigation of Carnival Cruise Line for discharging nearly 500,000 gallons of treated sewage into Bahamian waters following the release of a report from a Florida federal judge. The 205-page report identified 13 incidents where Carnival illegally dumped treated sewage into the waters of the Bahamas during the […]
Louis A. Vucci, the lead attorney of Vucci Law Group, was recently asked to provide input for an article titled "Cruising for a Bruising: Passenger Personal Injury Suits Flow, But Crew Member Litigation is Drying Up" on law.com's Daily Business Review. The article discusses a new law, the Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal (FAIR) Act. Currently, […]
As part of their ongoing mission to renovate and improve their fleet, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings announced on January 8th that they will be adding two new ships to their line in 2022 and 2025. These completely new ships are in addition to the $100 million renovations to their four Regatta-class ships, announced last year. […]
A routine inspection by two inspectors from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention uncovered unsanitary conditions aboard the Carnival Cruise Line’s ship, the Triumph. The CDC gave the 2754-passenger ship a rare failing grade for more than two dozen violations. Most cruise ships owned and operated by the major cruise lines routinely pass health […]
In 2020, Virgin Voyages will launch new ships that will be for travelers ages 18 and up. The company made the decision to launch the no kids allowed line after seeking input from travelers. The president and CEO of Virgin Voyages, Tom McAlpin, said that this customer input highlighted that people wanted to "set sail […]
Most major cruise lines are aware of a traveler’s need for wellness and activity during their vacation and offer a variety of accommodations like rock-climbing, on-board sports, and spas to cater to their health conscious customers. A new startup cruise ship, Blue World Voyages, is taking this trend a step farther by committing to providing […]
Cruise ships are known for their luxury accommodations, adventures, and exhilarating activities. From rock climbing and basketball courts to water slides and on-board surfing, cruise lines continue to compete and improve their amenities, adding more interesting and blood-pumping experiences every year. Norwegian Cruise Lines and Scuderia Ferrari have partnered together to introduce the newest experience […]
When people spend money on a cruise and take time off from their hectic lives, they reasonably expect to have a fun and relaxing time. They may lounge by the pool, attend a magic show, or go on late night food runs to a ship’s 24-hour buffet. Easy, light, and fun should all characterize a […]
Koningsdam—Holland America Line’s newest and largest ship—has a decidedly modern feel without sacrificing traditional cruise ship luxuries. Form follows function, so the Koningsdam succeeds in blending both familiar and fresh aesthetic aspects to create a luxurious experience. Koningsdam differs from Holland America Line’s previous ships because it is light and spacious; pale woods and bright […]
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has unveiled the most opulent luxury cruise ship that you are likely to find on the seven seas. The aptly named Regent Seven Seas Explorer makes no effort to hide its multi-million dollar amenities set to create an exorbitant cruise experience that is, thus far, unprecedented. The ship is complete with […]