Embarkation in Norfolk has been delayed several hours for Carnival Sunshine following an early morning power loss onboard.
Carnival Cruise Ship Delayed After Unexpected Power Loss

Carnival Jubilee stopped briefly in the Gulf of Mexico to investigate a capsized boat but no one was found and assistance was not required.
Carnival Jubilee Confronts Mystery Capsized Boat During Gulf Crossing

The escalating military conflict in Iran and the Middle East is bleeding into the cruise and travel industry. Several cruise ships have now rerouted or cancelled sailings, as widespread airspace closures and heightened security alerts make traveling to and from Middle Eastern cruise ports extremely difficult. These are all the cruise ships that have been
All Cruise Lines Impacted by Middle East Tensions So Far

MSC Euribia is going to remain in Dubai for the immediate future rather than setting sail amidst ongoing regional tensions.
Middle East Tensions Force MSC Euribia to Remain in Dubai Until Further Notice

Thanks to communication from Carnival Elation, the US Coast Guard was able to rescue a man on a sinking boat near Port Canaveral.
Cruise Ship Alerts Coast Guard to Sinking Sailboat Near Port Canaveral

Norwegian Cruise Line is temporarily extending drink packages to Great Stirrup Cay, but only for another month.
NCL Retreats from Controversial Drink Package Change on Private Island

This week’s cruise news roundup covers Robert Downey Jr. named godfather of Disney Adventure, Carnival cancelling Mexico excursions over safety concerns, Celebrity Infinity back at sea, and more.
Cruise News Roundup: Disney’s Iron Man Godfather, Carnival Safety Cancellations, and More

Costa Favolosa rocked and rolled through some rough seas that were caused by an extratropical cyclone in Brazil.
Costa Favolosa Hit by Violent Seas as Cyclone Rocks Ship Overnight

Disney Magic was immediately ready to assist a sailboat in distress but it turns out the aid was not necessary after all.
Disney Magic Assists Sailboat as Coast Guard Performs Emergency Airdrop

Norwegian Cruise Line appears to be backtracking on recent dress code restrictions, but how will new guidelines be applied?
Norwegian Softens Dress Code After Backlash, But Confusion Still Reigns