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A Royal Caribbean cruise guest died during a snorkeling trip in turquoise water, with the family sailing back with the deceased's body.

A Royal Caribbean cruise guest died during a snorkeling trip in turquoise waters, and the family is sailing back with the body. The incident occurred during a cruise voyage.

A pregnant fin whale was found dead on the bow of the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Ovation of the Seas in Alaska. A necropsy indicated blunt force trauma consistent with a vessel strike as the likely cause of death, though the official determination awaits further testing. The whale's carcass will be towed out to sea to decompose.

A pregnant fin whale was found dead on the bow of the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Ovation of the Seas in Alaska. A necropsy indicated blunt force trauma consistent with a vessel strike as the likely cause of death, though the official determination awaits further testing. The whale's carcass will be towed out to sea to decompose.

A pregnant fin whale was found dead on the bow of the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Ovation of the Seas in Alaska. A necropsy revealed blunt force trauma consistent with a vessel strike as the likely cause of death, though final results are pending. The whale was in good nutritional condition and will be towed out to sea.

Debbie Hubbs created the Low Carb Cruise after low-carb eating helped her lose weight, with the annual event now attracting over 360 participants. The cruise features seminars by medical professionals on topics like diet and cancer, and has grown from 30 attendees in 2008 to sailings on Royal Caribbean ships.

A passenger is suing Royal Caribbean for $75,000 after tripping over a parked mobility scooter during a cruise. The lawsuit alleges negligence by the cruise line in ensuring passenger safety.

Royal Caribbean has faced significant backlash after implementing a new policy prohibiting passengers from decorating their cruise cabin doors, a tradition many travelers consider a fun and creative activity. The crackdown has sparked outrage on social media and among cruise enthusiasts, with critics arguing it stifles personal expression and disrupts a long-standing maritime custom.

The Supreme Court ruled 8-1 against four major cruise lines (Carnival, MSC, Royal Caribbean, and Norwegian) in a case involving a $440 million judgment over the use of docks at the Port of Havana for voyages operated between 2016-2019. The decision reinstates a $400 million judgment against the cruise companies.

Mexican environmental officials have rejected Royal Caribbean's proposed Perfect Day beach park development in Mahahual, citing threats to the region's fragile ecosystem and local community character. The decision follows weeks of backlash from residents and environmental advocates, including a Change.org petition that garnered over 4.8 million signatures opposing the project.

Royal Caribbean's stock has slid after Mexico reviewed the water park project Perfect Day Mexico. The project is a key part of Royal Caribbean's growth strategy. The review may impact the project's timeline and the company's future plans.

Despite recent outbreaks of hantavirus and norovirus on cruise ships, the demand for cruises remains strong, with industry representatives expecting a record number of passengers this year. Three passengers died and several others fell ill in a suspected hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius. The Cruise Lines International Association estimates 38.3 million people will travel on ocean-going ships this year.

The Bahamas will suspend alcohol sales on May 12 during elections, affecting cruise passengers visiting the islands, including those on Royal Caribbean ships. The ban applies to all Bahamian islands, including private islands operated by cruise companies. Cruise passengers are expressing disappointment and outrage over the last-minute notification.

Royal Caribbean's shares increased due to a resilient demand outlook. The company's Wonder of the Seas cruise ship is docked in Nassau, Bahamas, with cruise lines investing $1.5 billion since 2019 to enhance Caribbean private stops.

Royal Caribbean cruise passengers are angry after discovering that several water slides on the Star of the Seas and Icon of the Seas ships were closed for months without prior notification. The closures, attributed to maintenance, have sparked social media complaints and criticism for not being disclosed before bookings, with some slides remaining out of service for days.