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Royal Caribbean Tightens Drink-Package Exemption Rules

The cruise line has limited accommodation requests to three qualifying reasons and outlined penalties for submitting false or misleading information.

The cruise company’s latest results and raised guidance come as its shares declined during the month through September 15.

The $5 million riverfront investment is intended to establish the Mississippi city as a home port while providing public river access.

Two passengers and a crew member were airlifted in separate medical calls off northern Vancouver Island over four days.