Carnival Cruise Line
Coverage of Carnival Cruise Line in the Nexus archive.
- Cruise tipping charges are 'out of control,' say passengers as companies tout 'exceptional service'
Cruise passengers are criticizing rising automatic gratuities and service charges as 'out of control,' with Holland America Line, MSC Cruises, and Carnival Cruise Line increasing fees in 2026. Companies claim the charges support crew members and align with industry standards, but travelers report discrepancies between advertised pricing and final costs.
- Carnival Cruise Line’s bikini crackdown could surprise passengers at island ports
Carnival Cruise Line is implementing a policy to respect local cultural norms in ports of call, which may involve restrictions on wearing bikinis in certain island destinations. The company has requested passengers to adhere to local rules during shore excursions.
- Hollywood woman arrested after $90K spending spree on company credit card, cops say
Lindsay Ann Mariani, a 37-year-old woman from Hollywood, Florida, was arrested for allegedly misusing her company's credit card to make over $88,300 in personal purchases, including flights, Uber rides, and cruise bookings. She worked for a Naperville, Illinois-based company and was charged with grand theft and fraudulent use of a credit card.
- Cruise passenger hailed as hero after jumping into water to save 84-year-old man
A Carnival Cruise Line passenger named Myron was hailed as a hero after jumping into the water to rescue an 84-year-old man who fell from a pier during a cruise stop in Costa Maya, Mexico. The man was safely recovered and taken to the ship's medical center, and Myron received onboard recognition, including commemorative pins and a complimentary dinner.
- Carnival data breach exposes personal information of nearly 6 million cruise passengers
Carnival Cruise Line experienced a data breach affecting nearly 6 million passengers, exposing personal information such as names, addresses, and government-issued IDs. The breach, discovered on April 14 via a social engineering attack, led to free credit monitoring for impacted individuals and enhanced security measures by the company.
- Carnival data breach exposes info of nearly 6M cruise travelers
Carnival Cruise Line experienced a data breach in April that exposed the personal information of nearly 6 million travelers. The company has advised affected passengers to take steps to protect their data.
- Carnival data breach exposes info of nearly 6M cruise travelers
Carnival cruise passengers may need to safeguard their personal information after a data breach in April, which exposed the information of nearly 6 million cruise travelers, according to the company.
- Carnival Cruise guest suffered second degree burns on his feet after walking barefoot to the pool... now he's suing
A Carnival Cruise guest suffered second-degree burns on his feet after walking barefoot on a hot surface near the pool and is now filing a lawsuit against the cruise line. The incident highlights potential safety concerns regarding deck temperatures on cruise ships.
- Florida man sues Carnival for $5M after suffering 2nd-degree burns on cruise’s hot pool deck
A Florida man is suing Carnival Cruise Line for $5 million after sustaining second-degree burns from a hot pool deck. The lawsuit claims two other individuals also required amputations due to similar injuries.
- Carnival ripped for canceling cruise bookings after website glitch sold ridiculously cheap trips
Carnival Cruise Line faces backlash after canceling customer bookings due to a website glitch that displayed extremely reduced pricing. The incident has led to significant customer dissatisfaction.
- Major cruise company cancels rock-bottom fares after massive website pricing glitch
Carnival Cruise Line canceled cruise reservations after a website glitch displayed rock-bottom fares, sparking consumer backlash. The company offered refunds and $100 onboard credits for rebookings, citing the prices as 'far below any reasonable promotional fare.' Public reaction on Reddit and other platforms split between outrage and understanding, with some travelers criticizing the cancellations despite the error.
- Cruise passenger jumps from balcony and dies after falling overboard into ocean
A passenger on the Carnival Liberty cruise ship died after jumping from his balcony into the ocean while traveling from Celebration Key to Nassau, Bahamas. The incident marks the second serious incident involving Carnival Cruise Line in recent days. Carnival is providing support to the guest's family.
- Cruise passengers shaken by third death at popular port less than a year after opening
An 88-year-old American tourist died after her mobility scooter plunged off a pier in the Bahamas at Carnival Cruise Line's Celebration Key, marking the third death at the popular port since it opened. The incident occurred on May 9, and despite resuscitation efforts, the woman did not survive. Celebration Key has had two previous deaths, both drowning incidents, since its opening on July 19, 2025.
- Popular Caribbean country rolls out 10-hour alcohol ban - impacting tourists and cruise passengers
A popular Caribbean country has implemented a 10-hour alcohol ban affecting tourists and cruise passengers. The ban is expected to have a significant impact on the local economy and tourism industry. The country's decision may also influence other destinations in the region.
- Popular Caribbean country rolls out 10-hour alcohol ban - impacting tourists and cruise passengers
A popular Caribbean country has implemented a 10-hour alcohol ban affecting tourists and cruise passengers. The ban is expected to have a significant impact on the local economy and tourism industry. Further details about the ban and its enforcement are not provided.
- Cruise Ship Virus Reveals Travel’s Hidden Risks
A cruise ship virus outbreak has highlighted the hidden risks of travel, particularly on crowded ships where illnesses can spread quickly. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and health protocols in place for travelers. As a result, travelers are being warned to take extra precautions to protect themselves from illness.
- Real estate giant confirms vishing incident as ShinyHunters and Qilin both come knocking
Cushman & Wakefield confirmed a data breach after two cybercrime groups, ShinyHunters and Qilin, claimed responsibility for attacks on the company. The attack was limited in scope and stemmed from vishing. The company is working to investigate the incident and contain unauthorized activity.
- Woman, 24, identified as passenger who fell to her death on Carnival cruise ship after plunging off balcony onto lower deck
A 24-year-old woman fell to her death from a balcony onto a lower deck of a Carnival cruise ship. The incident occurred during the cruise, resulting in her passing.
- Woman dies after falling from balcony on Carnival cruise ship
A woman died after falling from the balcony of her state room on a Carnival Cruise Line ship. Federal officials are investigating the incident.
- Cruise director warns overnight hotel stays could leave passengers stranded abroad
A Carnival Cruise Line senior cruise director warns passengers that staying overnight in Cabo San Lucas via a hotel could leave them stranded if weather disrupts tender boat operations, emphasizing the need to notify guest services 24 hours in advance. Carnival clarifies it will not delay ship departures for passengers on independent excursions, unlike organized tours.
- Carnival cruise ship passenger dies after falling from balcony – FBI investigates high-seas horror
A Carnival Cruise Line passenger died after falling from her stateroom balcony on the Carnival Firenze near Catalina Island, prompting an FBI investigation. The incident is part of a recent series of cruise-related tragedies, including deaths during shore excursions and overboard incidents on other Carnival ships.
- Woman falls to her death aboard Carnival cruise ship near Catalina
A woman fell to her death from a balcony aboard the Carnival Firenze cruise ship near Catalina Island, California. The incident occurred Monday morning as the ship traveled from Long Beach to Ensenada, Mexico. Carnival Cruise Line released a statement confirming the ongoing investigation.
- Carnival Cruise passenger, 67, found dead while snorkeling off the coast of Australia during excursion
A 67-year-old Carnival Cruise passenger died while snorkeling off Moreton Island, Australia, during an excursion. The incident occurred aboard the Carnival Splendor, followed by another emergency when a 70s-year-old passenger went overboard the next day. Both incidents are under investigation.
- Cruise passengers witness terrifying rescue at sea as stranded man and cat pulled from failing sailboat
A Carnival Cruise Line ship rescued a stranded sailor and his cat after spotting distress signals from a disabled sailboat in the Caribbean. The sailor, who had been drifting for days due to engine failure, and his cat, Dahlia, were safely brought aboard the Carnival Legend, where the sailor received medical care.
- Anna Kepner’s stepbrother charged as adult with murder, sexual abuse in Florida teen’s cruise ship death
Anna Kepner's stepbrother, T.H., faces adult charges of first-degree murder and aggravated sexual abuse after her death on a Carnival Cruise Line ship. Authorities ruled her death a homicide caused by mechanical asphyxiation.