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New York Post
22-05-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Cruise ship captain dies during 19-day voyage — passengers told over PA announcement
The captain of a major cruise liner has died during an almost month-long voyage around Asia. Michele Bartolomei was captaining Princess Cruises' the Diamond Princess when he died suddenly on May 19 following a medical emergency. The ship was on a 19-day Southern Islands Explorer voyage to locations including Japan and Korea when passengers and crew learned of the heartbreaking news over a PA announcement. The ship was docked at Keelung, Taiwan at the time. According to Nine News, a letter, which has been shared online, was also delivered to passengers' cabins with the sad update. 'It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Captain Michele Bartolomei, who died on-board Diamond Princess earlier of a sudden medical emergency,' it said. 3 Michele Bartolomei died after a medical emergency on May 19. Princess Cruises / Facebook 'Our hearts are with Captain Bartolomei's family during this incredibly difficult time.' It added that the Italian captain was a 'respected leader with 'decades of service at sea'. According to Bartolomei's LinkedIn, he was approaching 30 years with the cruise liner. 'Captain with Princess cruises, working for this great company since August 1995, just over 25 years,' his profile reads. Captain Salvatore Macera took command of the Diamond Princess ship as it continued its journey. 3 Bartolomei was approaching 30 years with the cruise liner. Princess Cruises / Facebook 'Please be assured that our commitment to your safety and the smooth operation of this voyage remains our utmost priority,' Princess continued in the letter. 'Our highly experienced and professional bridge team is fully capable and will ensure the remainder of our journey continues as planned.' Passengers reported being woken up in the early hours by an announcement asking the medical team to report to the medical centre, Nine News reported. 3 Passengers and crew learned of the heartbreaking news over a PA announcement. Faizan – Bartolomei lived in Canada and studied at nautical schools in Italy. Many have taken to social media to express their condolences to Bartolomei's family. 'Heart breaking news. I am so sorry for his family and also for the staff and crew members on that ship,' one person wrote on TikTok. 'Thoughts to his family. I worked with his wife on princess back in the day. So very tragic for this family,' another added. has contacted Princess Cruises for comment.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Princess Cruises suffers tragic loss at sea
With most cruise ships carrying thousands of people at any given time, cruise ship medical teams are well equipped to handle many types of medical emergencies that may occur on board. Each ship is typically staffed with full-time registered doctors and nurses, who are on-call 24 hours a day in the event of an when emergencies happen, it's passengers who need medical assistance, and sometimes passengers will hear a medical emergency call over the ship's onboard PA system. Passengers on board Princess Cruises' Diamond Princess who heard one of these announcements in the very early hours of May 19 assumed that a passenger needed urgent medical care. But as they prepared to depart the ship for a port day in Keelung, Taiwan, later that morning, they were shocked to learn the devastating news that they had lost their beloved captain Princess Captain Michele Bartolomei passed away on May 19 after a sudden medical emergency while the ship was in Taiwan during a 19-day Southern Islands Explorer voyage that departed from Yokohama, Japan. 'It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Captain Michele Bartolomei, who died onboard Diamond Princess earlier of a sudden medical emergency,' Princess Cruises wrote in a letter to passengers sailing aboard the ship.'Our hearts are with Captain Bartolomei's family during this incredibly difficult time, and we extend our deepest condolences to them,' the letter noted. 'We also stand in support of the entire Diamond Princess crew and all employees across our company who had the honor of working alongside him.' The Italian captain was approaching his 30th anniversary with Princess Cruises.'Captain Bartolomei was a respected leader, whose decades of service at sea exemplified professionalism, dedication, and care for both guests and crew,' Princess Cruises wrote in its letter to passengers. In online tributes, passengers and crew members also remembered him fondly as a respected captain and great man who was loved by many. Early this year, Princess Cruises shared a heartwarming moment with Captain Bartolomei and Captain Mario Consentino from the Crown Princess as the two Italian captains and longtime friends enjoyed an espresso overlooking Sydney Harbour when their 'Love Boats' met there for the first time ever. It was also the first time the two friends had seen each other in nearly a the Diamond Princess continues on its voyage, which is scheduled to return to Yokohama on May 25, Staff Captain Salvatore Macera has taken over command of the ship. 'Please be assured that our commitment to your safety and the smooth operation of this voyage remains our utmost priority. Our highly experienced and professional bridge team is fully capable and will ensure the remainder of our journey continues as planned,' Princess Cruises assured passengers. (The Arena Group will earn a commission if you book a cruise.) , or email Amy Post at or call or text her at 386-383-2472.
Miami Herald
20-05-2025
- Health
- Miami Herald
Princess Cruises suffers tragic loss at sea
With most cruise ships carrying thousands of people at any given time, cruise ship medical teams are well equipped to handle many types of medical emergencies that may occur on board. Each ship is typically staffed with full-time registered doctors and nurses, who are on-call 24 hours a day in the event of an emergency. Related: How cruise ship captains keep you safe in bad weather Usually, when emergencies happen, it's passengers who need medical assistance, and sometimes passengers will hear a medical emergency call over the ship's onboard PA system. Passengers on board Princess Cruises' Diamond Princess who heard one of these announcements in the very early hours of May 19 assumed that a passenger needed urgent medical care. But as they prepared to depart the ship for a port day in Keelung, Taiwan, later that morning, they were shocked to learn the devastating news that they had lost their beloved captain overnight. Sign up for the Come Cruise With Me newsletter to save money on your next (or your first) cruise. Diamond Princess Captain Michele Bartolomei passed away on May 19 after a sudden medical emergency while the ship was in Taiwan during a 19-day Southern Islands Explorer voyage that departed from Yokohama, Japan. "It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Captain Michele Bartolomei, who died onboard Diamond Princess earlier of a sudden medical emergency," Princess Cruises wrote in a letter to passengers sailing aboard the ship. Related: Earthquake triggers travel concerns for top cruise destination "Our hearts are with Captain Bartolomei's family during this incredibly difficult time, and we extend our deepest condolences to them," the letter noted. "We also stand in support of the entire Diamond Princess crew and all employees across our company who had the honor of working alongside him." The Italian captain was approaching his 30th anniversary with Princess Cruises. Be the first to see the best deals on cruises, special sailings, and more. Sign up for the Come Cruise With Me newsletter. "Captain Bartolomei was a respected leader, whose decades of service at sea exemplified professionalism, dedication, and care for both guests and crew," Princess Cruises wrote in its letter to passengers. In online tributes, passengers and crew members also remembered him fondly as a respected captain and great man who was loved by many. Early this year, Princess Cruises shared a heartwarming moment with Captain Bartolomei and Captain Mario Consentino from the Crown Princess as the two Italian captains and longtime friends enjoyed an espresso overlooking Sydney Harbour when their "Love Boats" met there for the first time ever. It was also the first time the two friends had seen each other in nearly a decade. Related: Princess Cruises shares sneak peek of its brand-new ship As the Diamond Princess continues on its voyage, which is scheduled to return to Yokohama on May 25, Staff Captain Salvatore Macera has taken over command of the ship. "Please be assured that our commitment to your safety and the smooth operation of this voyage remains our utmost priority. Our highly experienced and professional bridge team is fully capable and will ensure the remainder of our journey continues as planned," Princess Cruises assured passengers. (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. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
