Cruises

Travel February 4

CDC investigates new cruise ship outbreak after dozens report gastrointestinal illness

A gastrointestinal outbreak was reported by the CDC on a luxury cruise ship, affecting 27 people during the Miami to Honolulu voyage. The investigation continues into the cause.

Travel January 28

Cruise ship trapped in heavy sea ice is rescued by US Coast Guard vessel

The Coast Guard's 50-year-old icebreaker Polar Star rescued a cruise ship stuck in Antarctic ice on its anniversary. No injuries were reported in the rescue operation.

Travel January 27

Tourists may face steep fines and jail time for vapes at popular vacation hot spot

The vape ban in Mexico carries penalties of up to $12,500 and 8 years in prison. Cruise passengers are warned to leave e-cigarettes onboard as the country enforces new rules.

Sex Crimes January 15

Alexander brothers accused of cruise ship sex abuse ahead of real estate moguls' trafficking trial

Federal prosecutors expand add against Alexander brothers weeks before trial, adding cruise ship assault allegations to sex trafficking case.

Travel January 12

CDC reports first cruise norovirus outbreak this year, as nearly 90 people are infected

Nearly 90 passengers and crew fell ill with norovirus on Holland America's Rotterdam cruise ship during a Dec. 28-Jan. 9 voyage, according to CDC reports.

Travel January 11

Cruise ship insider reveals simple booking trick for scoring a better cabin

Here are insider secrets from cruise expert Mollie Finlon, who travels for little or nothing and shares how to score better cabins and upgrade the cruise experience.

Travel January 10

Luxury cruise line goes 'adults only' to create more 'tranquil environment' for guests

Luxury cruise line Oceania officially goes adults-only, joining a growing industry trend as travelers increasingly seek tranquil voyages over family activities.

Travel January 2

Hawaii's 'climate' cash grab hits wall as court blocks hefty new tourist tax

Hawaii's new 11% cruise tax has been temporarily blocked by a federal court after an industry lawsuit challenged the "Green Fee" for climate mitigation efforts.

Coast Guard January 2

Coast Guard suspends search for 77-year-old woman who went overboard from Holland America Line cruise ship

Coast Guard suspends search for 77-year-old woman who went overboard from Holland America cruise ship near Cuba on New Year's Day after 8-hour effort.

Travel December 31

Mother jumps into water to save 4-year-old daughter who fell between cruise ship and dock

Mother jumps into water to save 4-year-old daughter who fell between dock and Carnival cruise ship in Bahamas. Dramatic rescue caught on viral video.