Norwegian Cruise Line diverts ship as Royal Caribbean keeps Bahamas itinerary
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Updated · TheTravel · May 6
Norwegian Cruise Line diverts ship as Royal Caribbean keeps Bahamas itinerary
6 articles · Updated · TheTravel · May 6
The Norwegian Getaway's 12 May Great Stirrup Cay call moves to 13 May on a four-night Miami sailing, while Royal Caribbean keeps CocoCay stops for Wonder of the Seas and Oasis of the Seas.
The Bahamas' election-day nationwide alcohol ban bars sales on cruise ships and private islands, prompting Royal Caribbean to tell guests drinks will not be served but amenities remain open and package holders will be compensated.
Carnival also changed one sailing, replacing Half Moon with Grand Turk, while Disney had not announced changes for ships visiting Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay, leaving passengers debating how lines handled the disruption.
Why are cruise lines split on fleeing the Bahamas' alcohol ban, with some risking passenger fury by staying?
With Royal Caribbean offering refunds, will Disney be forced to compensate passengers for its 'dry' island day?