Tequila binge on Carnival cruise nets California nurse a $300K verdict
A California nurse who allegedly downed 14 tequila shots on a Carnival cruise and blacked out won a civil verdict, with a Miami jury awarding her $300,000 in damages.
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Sacramento nurse wins $300K in Carnival cruise over-service case
A Florida jury found Carnival Cruise Line 60% liable for a January 2024 incident on the Carnival Radiance, where a Sacramento nurse says crewmembers over-served her about 14 tequila shots over eight hours, leading to a fall and injuries. The $300,000 judgment underscores cruise-line responsibility for guest safety and the implications of all-inclusive drink packages; Carnival plans to appeal the verdict.
FBI Investigates Teen's Mysterious Death on Carnival Cruise
The FBI is investigating the mysterious death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner, a straight-A student from Florida, who died aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship, with her family and community mourning her loss and describing her as a bright, energetic, and caring individual.
Two Carnival Cruise Passengers Drown at Bahamas Resort on Same Day
Two elderly Carnival Cruise passengers died hours apart at the company's private resort in the Bahamas, with one drowning while snorkeling and the other while swimming in a pool; autopsies are pending as investigations continue.
Carnival Cruise Criticized for Beverage Policy Blame Shift
Carnival Cruise Line is facing backlash from passengers over its strict beverage policy, which requires all adults in a cabin to purchase the Cheers unlimited beverage package if one person does. Unlike Royal Caribbean, Carnival does not offer a non-alcoholic drink package alternative, leading to complaints about the lack of flexibility and the recent price increase. Despite passenger dissatisfaction, Carnival maintains that the policy is necessary to prevent abuse and has no plans to change it.
Cruise Ships Depart Baltimore Post-Bridge Collapse
Cruise ships have resumed operations from Baltimore for the first time since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Royal Caribbean’s Vision of the Sea and Carnival Cruise’s Pride set sail this weekend, marking the return of cruising at the Port of Baltimore. The port had been temporarily blocked following the bridge collapse in March.
Carnival Cruise Ship Rescues 25 Stranded Off Pacific Coast
A Carnival Cruise Line ship rescued 25 people, including three children, stranded in a small boat off the coast of Mexico after responding to a distress call from the U.S. Coast Guard. The rescued individuals were provided with food, water, and medical assistance, and the incident did not disrupt the ship's schedule.
Carnival Cruise Ship Saves Dozens Stranded at Sea
Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Radiance rescued 25 people, including three children, from a stranded boat off the Pacific coast of Mexico. The ship, alerted by the US Coast Guard, provided food, water, and medical assistance to the refugees before transferring them to USCG officials. The rescue did not significantly impact the ship's itinerary.
Carnival Cruise Ship Rescues 25 Stranded at Sea
A Carnival cruise ship, Radiance, rescued 25 people, including three children, stranded on a small boat off the coast of Mexico. The crew provided food, water, and medical assistance before handing them over to the U.S. Coast Guard and continuing their journey to Ensenada.
"Alleged Bahamas Resort Assault Victims' Claims Contradicted by Surveillance Footage"
Two Kentucky mothers allege they were drugged and raped by employees at a Bahamas resort, but the resort claims that surveillance footage contradicts their accounts. The women reported the assault to the police, who arrested two men. Carnival Cruise confirmed the incident and stated that they provided support to the victims. The women's attorney criticized Carnival for not warning about the dangers in the Bahamas, while the resort fired the employees involved and stated that they violated their zero-tolerance policy.
"American Women Allege Rape and Assault in the Bahamas, Warn of Travel Risks"
Two American women on a Carnival cruise in the Bahamas reported being drugged and raped by resort staffers, leading to the arrest of two suspects. The women, from Kentucky, were allegedly given spiked drinks by a resort employee and then assaulted. The incident occurred despite a recent travel advisory for the Bahamas due to crime, which the women claim they were not made aware of by the cruise line. Carnival stated that they are cooperating with authorities, while the resort where the assaults allegedly took place is also assisting in the investigation.
"Survivors Speak Out: Sexual Assaults and Safety Concerns in Bahamas and Jamaica"
Two moms from Kentucky allege they were sexually assaulted during a stop in the Bahamas on a Carnival Cruise that sailed out of Jacksonville. The women claim they were drugged and assaulted by resort staff members, and are disappointed with the response from Bahamian police. Carnival Cruise Lines and the resort have issued statements, with the Royal Bahamas Police Force collaborating closely with the FBI in the ongoing investigation.
"Arrests Made After American Women Drugged and Assaulted at Bahamas Resort"
Two American women vacationing in the Bahamas reported being drugged and assaulted by resort staff after accepting a two-for-one drink offer, leading to the arrest of two men by the Royal Bahamas Police Force. The women, who tested positive for various drugs and had bruises, are demanding justice, while the FBI is collaborating with local authorities on the investigation. The incident occurred during a Carnival cruise stop, prompting the cruise company to provide support and the U.S. State Department to issue a travel advisory for the Bahamas due to increased homicides and sexual violence.
Carnival Cruise Ship Mishaps: Pier Collisions and Passenger Stranding
A Carnival cruise ship chartered for a music event collided with a pier in Jamaica due to strong winds and swells, leaving it damaged and some passengers temporarily stranded. The ship left port for safety reasons, causing confusion and inconvenience for passengers left ashore. The incident disrupted the ShipRocked 2024 event, with some bands' performances affected. Carnival stated that passengers were not stranded and were taken care of, and the ship departed from Jamaica the following night to continue its voyage.
Carnival Cruise Ship Incidents: Stranded Passengers and Pier Collisions
A Carnival cruise ship hosting a music festival at sea hit a pier in Jamaica due to severe weather, leaving passengers stranded on the island for an extended period. The incident occurred during the ShipRocked 2024 music festival, causing the ship to dock at another pier and passengers to spend an extra day in Jamaica. Despite the inconvenience, no injuries were reported, and the ship remained operational.