FBI Charges Cruise Ship Stylist Over Alleged Fake Massage Assaults
A cruise ship hairstylist faces federal charges for allegedly luring guests with unsolicited “complimentary massages” and assaulting them in a spa treatment room at sea.
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.
A cruise ship hairstylist faces federal charges for allegedly luring guests with unsolicited “complimentary massages” and assaulting them in a spa treatment room at sea.
New gastrointestinal illness reports are emerging on the Ruby Princess just days after a norovirus outbreak sickened more than 120 passengers and crew.
A century after Ernest Hemingway published The Sun Also Rises, Pamplona’s San Fermín festival is still drawing visitors chasing the novel’s heady mix of danger and fiesta.
Pender County, North Carolina has appointed veteran firefighter Bruce Tucker as its new Division Chief of Fire, a key role in a major services merger.
EasyJet has agreed in principle to a Castlelake-led takeover valuing the airline at more than £5 billion, in a move set to reshape Europe’s low-cost market.
Journey Beyond has completed its acquisition of the iconic Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, strengthening its Northern Territory portfolio and signalling fresh investment in Australia’s Top End tourism.
A former Isle of Wight headteacher has been banned from the classroom after investigators found she changed term dates and misused school funds to fit cruise holidays.
Royal Caribbean has quietly adjusted two Crown & Anchor perks, offering loyal cruisers new ways to cut Wi-Fi and gratuity costs while simplifying trip planning.
Royal Caribbean has quietly adjusted two Crown & Anchor Society perks, changes that could streamline check in, cut onboard costs and reward frequent cruisers more flexibly.
Royal Caribbean has adjusted two Crown & Anchor Society perks, aiming to streamline onboard routines for frequent cruisers and trim incidental costs on drinks and arcade play.
Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2027–2028 Caribbean program, adding short getaways, longer voyages and enhanced private-island experiences.
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is rolling out festive-season itineraries that pair Christmas and New Year celebrations at sea with small-ship luxury on oceans and expeditions.
Cruise Britain’s summer meeting in sunlit Plymouth highlights the port’s growing ambitions, new ship calls and partnerships shaping the UK’s cruise future.
US-based startup Fabled Voyages is now taking reservations for pet-friendly residential cruise homes, aiming at long-term travelers who refuse to leave animals behind.
Marella Cruises launches ‘Your Next Story’, an integrated brand push that swaps glossy cruise clichés for relatable, memory-led storytelling aimed at today’s over-40s travelers.