The latest at sea

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Seven Royal Caribbean ships earn perfect sanitation scores in early 2026

The reported results include vessels ranging from the long-serving Grandeur of the Seas to the newer Icon and Star of the Seas.

No injuries were reported after crews spent more than 13 hours battling a blaze that began aboard the Klondike Express catamaran.

The cruise lines offer nurseries, childcare and other amenities for families traveling with babies and toddlers.

Authorities said a 52-year-old American citizen was found deceased in the vessel’s medical facility after unsuccessful emergency efforts.