Norwegian Cruise Line Sued Over Child’s Ruptured Appendix
A Washington parent has filed a maritime medical malpractice suit after a child’s appendicitis allegedly went undiagnosed on Norwegian Aqua, raising questions over shipboard care.
Vanessa Buasini
Based in Southampton, one of Europe’s busiest cruise hubs, Vanessa follows cruise line announcements and maritime travel trends. Her reporting helps readers stay informed about the ships, ports, and operational changes shaping the cruise world.
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Emergency Crews Respond After Serious Crash Causes Casualties
Emergency teams were deployed after a serious crash involving multiple vehicles left a number of casualties and triggered a large-scale rescue response.
Carnival Details New Ace Class Flagship Carnival Destiny
Carnival Cruise Line has revealed early design, capacity and deployment details for Carnival Destiny, the 2029 debut ship in its new Ace Class mega-ship platform.
Royal Caribbean vs Carnival: The Real Cost Gap to 2028
A new analysis of more than 6,000 itineraries through 2028 reveals where Royal Caribbean and Carnival prices truly diverge, and when the cheaper line changes.
Cruise Passenger Warns of $500 Gift Shop Scam in Costa Maya
A Royal Caribbean traveler’s report from Costa Maya is sparking new concern over a costly gift shop credit card scam targeting cruise passengers.
MGM Resorts unveils Drink Las Vegas culinary festival
MGM Resorts is introducing Drink Las Vegas, a new Strip-wide culinary and cocktail festival set to bring chefs, mixologists and tasting events to multiple resorts.
Small Plane Makes Safe Water Landing Off Port-au-Prince
A ZED Airlines commuter flight from Cap-Haïtien made an emergency water landing near Port-au-Prince, with reports indicating all three people aboard survived uninjured.
San Francisco weighs fines for AV firms that block emergencies
San Francisco is considering new fines for autonomous vehicle companies like Waymo and Cruise over incidents where driverless cars have obstructed firefighters, medics and police.
Emergency Response at Docked Cruise Ship Highlights Port Preparedness
A recent emergency aboard a docked cruise vessel is spotlighting how port crews, city services and cruise operators coordinate when incidents unfold at the pier.
Canadian Forces airlift cruise passenger off B.C. coast
A Royal Canadian Air Force helicopter airlifted a cruise passenger from a ship off the British Columbia coast, highlighting the complex medevac role military crews play at sea.
US Eases Travel Advisory for Jamaica’s Montego Bay Port
The United States has revised its Jamaica travel advisory, clarifying risks while keeping Montego Bay a key Caribbean cruise gateway with updated guidance for visitors.
Juneau Scales Back Cruise Terminal Plan as Costs Soar
Juneau has sharply reduced the scope of a long-discussed cruise terminal expansion after estimates climbed toward $250 million, reshaping the city’s waterfront ambitions.
U.S. hotels beat World Cup revenue forecasts
World Cup demand is lifting U.S. hotel revenues beyond early forecasts, with host cities using higher room rates to offset flatter-than-expected occupancy.
FASNY honors Port Byron fire chief for community service
The Firefighters Association of the State of New York has recognized Port Byron Fire Chief Corey Rooker with a statewide community achievement award for extensive volunteer service.
ZED Airlines probes emergency landing off Haiti coast
ZED Airlines has opened an investigation after one of its aircraft made an emergency landing off a Haitian beach with three people on board and no fatalities reported.