Carnival's Brand Ambassador spoke out after a massive brawl broke out in Carnival's Galveston cruise terminal. 

24 passengers were involved in a violent fight after disembarking Carnival Jubilee, the cruise line's newest ship, on Saturday, April 26. Consequently, the two dozen guests were banned from cruising with Carnival ever again, while a 21-year-old was arrested. 

Within the past two years, I've sailed on 20 cruises, venturing to the Mexican Riviera, Western Mediterranean, Bahamas, Greek Isles, Caribbean, and Alaska. When I first began working as a full-time cruise writer, I tried to save money whenever possible. Now, I've learned a few experiences are always worth the extra cost, namely specialty dining.

Just five months into 2025, and I've eaten at over 7 specialty restaurants on 3 ships, including the Mason Jar on Wonder of the Seas, JWB Steakhouse on Margaritaville at Seas' Islander, and Izumi Hibachi on Icon of the Seas. 

24 passengers were banned from sailing with Carnival Cruise Line after a massive fight broke out in Galveston's cruise terminal while collecting their luggage. 

Trelle Ray shared a one-minute video of the incident on Facebook, saying, "It went down this morning." The clip shows a large group of guests shoving past barriers inside the terminal. At least one person was pushed to the ground and punched while security guards tried to break up the brawl. 

I recently returned from a 7-night cruise aboard the world's largest ship, Icon of the Seas. I had been looking forward to this particular vacation for nearly a year and a half, and though hours of planning helped ensure a memorable experience, there's one mistake I wouldn't make again. 

Planning shore excursions is one of the most exciting parts of a cruise. While the ship is certainly a unique destination, the activities are lacking compared to Caribbean, Alaska, and European tours. You can't, for example, swim with stingrays on a cruise ship or take a helicopter to the top of a glacier!

Shore Excursions Group, one of the world’s largest shore excursion providers, revealed that travelers in 2025 are chasing more adventure, culture, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences than ever before. 

“How scary can it be?” I thought when I first learned of Cliffhanger, a mechanical swing ride that propels people out over the side of MSC Cruises’ new MSC World America cruise ship.

Given that new vessels have debuted in recent years with aerial bikes, roller coasters, and even attractions that flip riders upside down, a swing seemed tame in comparison.

PortMiami is the busiest cruise port in the world, surpassing Port Canaveral and Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale. As such, the Miami International Airport is the first point of entry for millions of passengers each year. 

Getting from the Miami airport to the cruise port is easy enough, with the airport located less than 10 miles away. However, not all transportation options are created equally. While some cruisers may want the cheapest options, others might want to splurge on private transfers to kickstart their vacation in luxury. 

I took my grandma on a 4-night Carnival cruise, and while we mostly had fun, we also encountered some unexpected challenges. Whether crazy lines at the cruise terminal or long waits to go ashore, not everything went to plan.

After taking 30 cruises, I’ve traveled the world with many family members and friends of all ages. I explored Alaska with my sister, island-hopped the Caribbean with my dad, and cruised the Mediterranean with one of my best friends. Cruising has been a wonderful way to make memories with my friends and family.

Have you ever wondered what magic at sea feels like? Then you must book a cruise with Disney Cruise Line. From the iconic fireworks to the friendly characters, nostalgic music, and the once-in-a-lifetime themed dining experiences, Disney cruises make you feel as if you are in a classic film yourself! You are genuinely treated like a main character. 

But if you are interested in maximizing your experience, continue reading to learn some tips and tricks to make your getaway even better!