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Edmonton Journal
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edmonton Journal
Video shows water pouring out of cruise ship slide after glass shatters, injuring passenger
Article content A passenger has been injured on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship after acrylic glass shattered on a water slide on Thursday. Article content The passenger, an adult, was on board the Icon of the Seas, according to ABC News, CBS News and People Magazine. It departed from Miami on Aug. 2. Article content Article content A video posted on X on the evening of Aug. 7 shows water rushing out of the red and yellow slide where a glass panel appeared to be missing. People in the background were shouting as water gushed out of the slide down onto the deck. Article content 'Did the person fall out?' an off-camera voice can be heard asking repeatedly. Article content Article content Icon of the Seas. Water slide breaks #iconoftheseas — Jim Muldoon (@jimmuldoon) August 7, 2025 Article content 'Oh my God, someone just fell out of the slide,' a person can be heard saying, moments later. Article content Article content Officials said the slide was closed 'for the remainder of the sailing pending an investigation,' People Magazine reported. Article content The massive ship was called the largest cruise ship in the world by The Guardian when it set sail last year. It can accommodate 7,000 guests and crew, per the publication. It is 365 metres in length. For comparison, the CN Tower stands at 553 metres tall. The ship has seven different pools, 20 decks above sea level, a rock-climbing wall, a waterpark, an ice skating rink, and 20 dining options. Article content Article content Article content The waterpark has a total of six slides. According to Cruise Hive, the slide that broke was called the Frightening Bolt, which is 46 feet high. In unconfirmed reports, other passengers said that a person suffered from 'skin laceration injuries from his legs to his hands,' per Cruise Hive. Article content The Icon of the Seas is scheduled to return to Miami on Saturday. Article content Last month, a passenger fell over the glass railing of an infinity pool on the same ship. The man was not injured.
Calgary Herald
2 days ago
- Calgary Herald
Video shows water pouring out of cruise ship slide after glass shatters, injuring passenger
Article content A passenger has been injured on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship after acrylic glass shattered on a water slide on Thursday. Article content The passenger, an adult, was on board the Icon of the Seas, according to ABC News, CBS News and People Magazine. It departed from Miami on Aug. 2. Article content Article content A video posted on X on the evening of Aug. 7 shows water rushing out of the red and yellow slide where a glass panel appeared to be missing. People in the background were shouting as water gushed out of the slide down onto the deck. Article content 'Did the person fall out?' an off-camera voice can be heard asking repeatedly. Article content Article content Icon of the Seas. Water slide breaks #iconoftheseas — Jim Muldoon (@jimmuldoon) August 7, 2025 Article content 'Oh my God, someone just fell out of the slide,' a person can be heard saying, moments later. Article content Article content 'Our team provided medical care to an adult guest when acrylic glass broke off a water slide as the guest passed through the slide,' a Royal Caribbean Group spokesperson said in a statement to ABC News. 'The guest is being treated for his injuries.' Article content Officials said the slide was closed 'for the remainder of the sailing pending an investigation,' People Magazine reported. Article content The massive ship was called the largest cruise ship in the world by The Guardian when it set sail last year. It can accommodate 7,000 guests and crew, per the publication. It is 365 metres in length. For comparison, the CN Tower stands at 553 metres tall. The ship has seven different pools, 20 decks above sea level, a rock-climbing wall, a waterpark, an ice skating rink, and 20 dining options. Article content Article content Article content The waterpark has a total of six slides. According to Cruise Hive, the slide that broke was called the Frightening Bolt, which is 46 feet high. In unconfirmed reports, other passengers said that a person suffered from 'skin laceration injuries from his legs to his hands,' per Cruise Hive. Article content The Icon of the Seas is scheduled to return to Miami on Saturday. Article content Last month, a passenger fell over the glass railing of an infinity pool on the same ship. The man was not injured.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Royal Caribbean enforces drink package rule
Royal Caribbean enforces drink package rule originally appeared on TravelHost. Going on vacation usually involves consuming your favorite alcoholic drinks, whether it be a Bahama Mama or a Whisky Sour-that is if you drink alcohol. Many people do, especially on cruises where you don't have to worry about driving. Drink packages are among the most popular add‑ons that cruisers purchase, offering travelers a carefree way to enjoy cocktails, specialty coffees, juices, and sodas throughout their trip—without tallying up each vacationers treat their package as part of the cruise experience—from pool‑deck margaritas at sunset to espresso‑martinis before evening shows. Whatever your favorite drink is if you buy a package, you are probably having more than a few since drink packages can be a big part of your vacation investment. Cruise line veterans and first‑time cruisers should look closely at new rule changes from Royal Caribbean governing its all‑important Deluxe Beverage Package. Want the latest cruise news and deals? Sign up for the Come Cruise With Me newsletter. Royal Caribbean is not giving out exceptions to the Deluxe Beverage Package rule As of August 1, 2025, the cruise line will no longer allow exceptions to the long‑standing policy that if one adult in a cabin buys the Deluxe Package, all legal‑age adults must do so—including non‑drinkers or those who prefer the lower‑cost Refreshment or Soda packages. This marks one of the most significant policy shifts in years—and while Cruise Hive broke the news, Royal Caribbean has yet to publish a formal memo, press release, or updated site FAQ formally announcing internal statement from Royal Caribbean regarding the Deluxe Beverage Package was provided to Cruise Hive: 'Beginning August 1, Royal Caribbean will no longer be able to grant exceptions to our policy that both guests in a stateroom must purchase the Deluxe Beverage Package…''Over time…requests for exceptions have increased, and sharing of packages has continued, which led us to implement this policy change.' This means that customer‑care overrides, which previously allowed exceptions for one guest to skip Deluxe, are now completely revoked. While Royal Caribbean's formal policy has long required that if one legal‑age guest in a stateroom buys the Deluxe Beverage Package then all other legal‑age guests must also purchase it, the informal practice that once allowed a second adult to choose the Refreshment Package instead has been officially removed. Even if there is a medical reason for not drinking alcohol, the rule will still apply that all persons in a stateroom of legal drinking age will need to purchase the Deluxe Beverage Package even if for example, one person is pregnant or simply does not drink alcohol. Be the first to see the best deals on cruises, special sailings, and more. Sign up for the Come Cruise With Me newsletter. What the Royal Caribbean's drink packages include Typically, the Deluxe Beverage Package runs from around $50 to $100 per day depending on the specific sailing and when you buy the package. The Deluxe Beverage Package includes: Cocktails, spirits, liqeurs and beer Still and sparkling water Wines by the glass Fresh squeezed juices Mocktails Coffees and teas Fountain sodasThe Refreshment Package is around $30 to $45 per day, roughly half of what the Deluxe Beverage Package costs. The Refreshment Package includes: Coffees and teas Still and sparkling water Fresh squeezed orange juice Mocktails Fountain sodas On a typical 7-night cruise, the Deluxe Beverage Package can cost over $700 per person. Maximize Royal Caribbean's Crown & Anchor Society perks and drink saving tips If you are a Diamond member of the Crown & Anchor Society you are provided with 4 drink vouchers (up to $14/voucher). If you are Diamond Plus you will receive 5 drink vouchers. This can help offset the cost of buying one or more drink packages. If you are a casino player and you are Prime status or higher with Club Royal, you can get free drinks while playing at the casino. If you consider not buying the drink package and you drink modestly, let's say 4-6 drinks a day, you'd possibly save money just by buying drinks a la carte (drinks range from around $7-$14).There are daily drink specials that can be purchased onboard. While some cruisers may be disappointed by this change, you can still take advantage of savings through sales, not buying drink packages and taking advantage of loyalty perks. If you are a moderate to heavy drinker or plan to really splurge on your trip, rest assured, Royal Caribbean does not have any drink limit to the Deluxe Beverage package, like some other cruise lines such as Carnival Cruise Line and MSC Cruises. (The Arena Group will earn a commission if you book a cruise.) Make a free appointment with Come Cruise With Me's Travel Agent Partner, Postcard Travel, or email Amy Post at amypost@ or call or text her at 386-383-2472. This story was originally reported by TravelHost on Aug 4, 2025, where it first appeared. 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Daily Mail
30-07-2025
- Daily Mail
What happens on a cruise ship when there's a tsunami
Tsunami warnings have been triggered across the Pacific in the aftermath of an 8.8-magnitude earthquake in Russia – and Japan has been hit by a five-foot tidal wave . But what happens on a cruise ship during such concerning times? Advisories have been issued in Alaska, where it is currently peak cruise season, as well as Hawaii and Japan, among other destinations. Waves created by the earthquake have already been recorded hitting Maui in Hawaii and officials have warned there could be worse to come. Tsunamis are relatively harmless to boats at a safe depth, which varies but is usually more than 180ft, as they pass underneath. They only start to become dangerous as they approach shorelines, where the waves rise and become destructive. Cruise Hive reported how warnings have been issued regarding vessels at sea. It reads: 'If at sea avoid entering shallow water, harbours, marinas, bays and inlets to avoid floating and submerged debris and strong currents.' Any craft in the ocean has been advised to move to water that is at least 180ft deep to reduce the impact of waves. Cruise liners have teams tracking weather and emergency situations that will recommend the ship whether any changes in routes are needed. The publication reported it isn't known if cruise ships may need to skip ports of call or other itinerary adjustments as a result of the tsunami. However, it is possible that visits to certain areas may be cancelled if ports are damaged by waves. Depending on the power and timing of the aftershock, cruise liners may also be required to stay away from the shore for some time until the situation stabilises. According to Cruise Passenger, ships may use certain techniques such as sailing away from the epicentre. They will also keep in contact with authorities for updates on the situation and emergency services. It comes as some holidaymakers have reported cruise ships are leaving without passengers, as they evacuate the ports to head to deeper waters.
Daily Mail
30-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Revealed: What really happens on a cruise ship when there's a tsunami
Tsunami warnings have been triggered across the Pacific in the aftermath of an 8.8-magnitude earthquake in Russia - and Japan has been hit by a five foot tidal wave. But what happens on a cruise ship during such concerning times? Advisories have been issued in Alaska, where it is currently peak cruise season, as well as Hawaii and Japan, among other destinations. Waves created by the earthquake have already been recorded hitting Maui, in Hawaii and officials have warned there could be worse to come. Tsunamis are relatively harmless to boats at a safe depth, which varies but is usually more than 180 feet, as they pass underneath. They only start to become dangerous as they approach shorelines, where the waves rise and become destructive. Cruise Hive reported how warnings have been issued regarding vessels at sea. It reads, 'If at sea avoid entering shallow water, harbours, marinas, bays, and inlets to avoid floating and submerged debris and strong currents.' Any craft in the ocean has been advised to move to water that is at least 180 feet deep to reduce the impact of waves. Cruise liners have teams tracking weather and emergency situations that will recommend the ship whether any changes in routes are needed. The publication reported it isn't known if cruise ships may need to skip ports of call or other itinerary adjustments as a result of the tsunami. However, it is possible that visits to certain areas may be cancelled if ports are damaged by waves. Depending on the power and timing of the aftershock, cruise liners may also be required to stay away from the shore for some time until the situation stabilises. According to Cruise Passenger, ships may use certain techniques such as sailing away from the epicentre. They will also keep in contact with authorities for updates on the situation and emergency services. It comes as some holidaymakers have reported cruise ships are leaving without passengers, as they evacuate the ports to head to deeper waters. One TikTok user, @demifreeman, posted a video of people frantically running down a port towards their ship on the social media site. The clip said: 'POV: tsunami in Hawaii and your cruise is leaving without people.' 'Actually insane,' the passenger said in the caption. She added: 'We are going to be in the middle of the tsunami in the ocean.' While in another video, posted by @mandythecruiseplanner, appeared to show a bus load of people who had missed a cruise in Hawaii.
