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Mexican Cruise Ships Alter Itineraries Due to Violence: Is Travel Still Safe? | Anna Kepner's Stepbrother Charged in Cruise Ship Death | Norwegian Encore Guests Alerted Due to Disease Investigation | U.S. Coast Guard Rescues Cruise Ship Trapped in Antarctic Ice | Cruise Ship Collision in Argentina Due to High Winds | Royal Caribbean Passenger Death Ruled Homicide After Being Served 33 Drinks | Step-Sibling of Cheerleader Found Dead on Carnival Cruise May Face Charges | FBI Investigates Death of 18-Year-Old on Carnival Cruise Ship | Mexican Cruise Ships Alter Itineraries Due to Violence: Is Travel Still Safe? | Anna Kepner's Stepbrother Charged in Cruise Ship Death | Norwegian Encore Guests Alerted Due to Disease Investigation | U.S. Coast Guard Rescues Cruise Ship Trapped in Antarctic Ice | Cruise Ship Collision in Argentina Due to High Winds | Royal Caribbean Passenger Death Ruled Homicide After Being Served 33 Drinks | Step-Sibling of Cheerleader Found Dead on Carnival Cruise May Face Charges | FBI Investigates Death of 18-Year-Old on Carnival Cruise Ship

Travel / Travel News

Mexican Cruise Ships Alter Itineraries Due to Violence: Is Travel Still Safe?

Recent violence in Mexico, following the reported death of a major drug lord, has led cruise lines to adjust their itineraries. While some destinations are affected, industry experts emphasize that travel remains generally safe, with cruise...

Is It Safe to Travel to Mexico Right Now, Given the Cartel Violence?
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News / Crime

Anna Kepner's Stepbrother Charged in Cruise Ship Death

The mysterious death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship in November 2025 has taken a significant turn. Recent court documents reveal that her stepbrother has been charged with her homicide, shedding light on the ongoing in...

Stepbrother of Titusville teen found dead on cruise named main suspect, facing 2 charges

Cruise / Cruise News

Norwegian Encore Guests Alerted Due to Disease Investigation

Guests who recently sailed or are currently sailing on the Norwegian Encore are being notified about a potential risk of Legionnaires' disease. Two passengers from a December 2025 sailing were diagnosed with the illness, prompting an invest...

Norwegian Encore Guests Alerted Due to Disease Investigation From Past Cruise

News / Maritime

U.S. Coast Guard Rescues Cruise Ship Trapped in Antarctic Ice

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star recently rescued a luxury cruise ship, the Scenic Eclipse II, that became trapped in thick ice near Antarctica, highlighting the critical role of icebreakers in polar operations.

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star marks 50 years of service, begins Operation Deep Freeze 2026

Travel / Cruises

Cruise Ship Collision in Argentina Due to High Winds

An expedition cruise ship, Atlas Ocean Voyages’ World Voyager, collided with the Viking Octantis in Ushuaia, Argentina, on January 5, 2026, due to high winds. The incident highlights the risks associated with severe weather conditions in ma...

Cruise ship collides with another vessel amid 'high wind'

News / Crime

Royal Caribbean Passenger Death Ruled Homicide After Being Served 33 Drinks

The death of Michael Virgil, a 35-year-old Royal Caribbean passenger, has been ruled a homicide, sparking a lawsuit against the cruise line. The suit alleges that Virgil was served an excessive amount of alcohol, leading to his death during...

Cruise Passenger Death Ruled Homicide, Family Says He Was Served 33 Drinks

News / Crime

Step-Sibling of Cheerleader Found Dead on Carnival Cruise May Face Charges

The sudden death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner on a Carnival Horizon cruise ship has taken a dramatic turn, with a potential criminal case against one of her step-siblings. The FBI is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding her d...

Step-sibling of cheerleader found dead on Carnival cruise may face charges: Filing

News / Crime

FBI Investigates Death of 18-Year-Old on Carnival Cruise Ship

The FBI is investigating the death of Anna Kepner, an 18-year-old from Titusville, Florida, who was found dead on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship upon its return to Miami on November 8, 2025. The circumstances surrounding her death are cur...

FBI investigates Carnival cruise ship death in maritime mystery that can be ‘very complex,’ former agent says

News / Crime

FBI Investigates Death of Titusville Teen on Carnival Cruise Ship

The FBI is investigating the death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner from Titusville, Florida, who was found dead on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship upon its return to Miami. The circumstances surrounding her death are currently under investigati...

Passenger who died on Carnival cruise ship identified as 18-year-old, family says

News / Health

Norovirus Outbreak on Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship, Serenade of the Seas, docked in PortMiami after a 13-day voyage marred by a norovirus outbreak affecting nearly 100 passengers and crew members. The incident has raised concerns about sanitation on cruise ship...

Norovirus Outbreak Sickens Nearly 100 on Royal Caribbean Cruise

Health / Travel

Norovirus Outbreak on Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship, Serenade of the Seas, arrived in Miami after a 13-day voyage marred by a norovirus outbreak, affecting 94 passengers and four crew members. The incident underscores the importance of maintaining stringent hygi...

‘I've never been this sick': 87-year-old falls ill from norovirus on Royal Caribbean cruise

Health / Travel

Cruise Ship Norovirus Outbreaks Exceed 2024 Levels

Gastrointestinal illness outbreaks on cruise ships have surpassed the total for 2024, raising concerns among travelers. Norovirus is a significant cause, and health officials are emphasizing preventative measures.

Cruise ship GI illness outbreaks surpass 2024 with new Royal Caribbean cases

Travel / Cruise News

Cruise Ship Rescues Castaways; Norwegian Adds Dining Fee

This week in cruise news, a Royal Caribbean ship performed a dramatic rescue in the Caribbean, while Norwegian Cruise Line quietly added a new fee for second entrees in its main dining rooms. compiled by Yanuki using the latest trends and d...

Royal Caribbean cruise ship makes rescue; Norwegian adds dining fee

News / Incidents

Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Returns to PortMiami After Onboard Fight Injures Passengers

Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas cruise ship cut its voyage short and returned to PortMiami after an altercation onboard resulted in injuries to passengers. The incident is under investigation by local authorities.

Royal Caribbean Wonder of the Seas cruise ship returns to PortMiami after fight with injuries

News / Crime

Cruise Ship Evacuated After Bomb Threat

A cruise ship evacuation in Southampton, England, occurred after a bomb threat was made on August 9, 2025. Authorities responded swiftly to ensure public safety.

Cruise Ship 'Evacuated' After Man Claims to Have an 'Explosive Device' on Board

Travel / Cruises

Cruise Ship Loses Power, Set Adrift Off Italy Coast

A Celebrity Cruises ship, the Constellation, experienced a temporary power outage while sailing off the coast of Italy on August 2, 2025. The ship, carrying over 2,100 passengers, was en route to Messina, Sicily, when the incident occurred,...

Celebrity Cruises ship drifts off coast of Italy during power outage

Travel / Cruises

Star of the Seas: World's Largest Cruise Ship Heads to Florida

Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas, the world's largest cruise ship, is sailing to Florida in anticipation of its maiden voyage. This massive vessel promises a new era of luxury cruising with a host of amenities and destinations.

World’s largest cruise ship heads to Florida ahead of August maiden voyage

Travel / Cruise News

Norwegian Epic Incident: Cruise Ship Detaches in Sicily, Stranding Passengers

In Catania, Sicily, high winds caused the Norwegian Epic cruise ship to detach from its moorings on May 30, 2025, leaving passengers stranded ashore and disrupting travel plans. The incident highlights the potential risks of cruise travel a...

‘Why is our ship leaving?’: Mom and daughter stranded as Norwegian Epic breaks from port

Travel / Travel News

Cruise Ship Outbreak Exposes Shetland Town to Health Crisis

A recent outbreak on a Costa Cruises ship, Costa Favolosa, led to thousands of passengers, potentially carrying a gastrointestinal illness, disembarking in Lerwick, Shetland, raising concerns among local residents and businesses. This incid...

Princess Cruises passengers warn of chaos at in-demand port

News / Crime

Cruise Ship Fight Leads to Arrests and Bans

A violent altercation at a Galveston, Texas cruise terminal has resulted in multiple arrests and bans from Carnival Cruise Line. The incident occurred as passengers disembarked the Carnival Jubilee, sparking a chaotic scene that required la...

Video shows cruise passengers fighting at Galveston terminal, 24 travelers banned