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New Cruise Port Near Tampa Proposed to Allow Mega-Ships to Finally Visit
Cruise ships have sailed in and out of Tampa Bay for more than four decades, but there’s always been one big limitation: the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Its 190-foot vertical clearance makes it impossible for modern mega-ships—like Royal Caribbean’s Icon and Oasis-class or Carnival’s Excel-class—to sail into the city. That could soon change. A New Port…
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The Worst Time to Cruise, According to Cruise Experts
Choosing the right month to sail can make or break a cruise vacation. While deal-hunters might be tempted by discounted fares or last-minute bookings, cruise experts warn that timing matters — not just for price, but also for weather, crowds, itinerary reliability, and onboard experience. And according to seasoned cruise ship staff and analysts, there…
This Favorite Royal Caribbean Beach Stop Is Off the Map Until 2027
Royal Caribbean has officially extended its suspension of calls to Labadee, Haiti through at least the end of December 2026, marking another significant blow to the future of the cruise line’s long-running private destination. The decision comes amid escalating gang violence, political instability, and ongoing security concerns across Haiti, which has been under a Level…
Cruise Guest Misses Utopia of the Seas After Arriving at Wrong Florida Port
A Royal Caribbean passenger missed their cruise and ultimately lost the entire trip after accidentally traveling to the wrong Florida cruise port—then being denied permission to join the ship at its first stop. The incident occurred on Monday, January 12, 2026, when a guest booked on Utopia of the Seas arrived at Port Everglades in…