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Royal Caribbean gratuities put seven-night family total at $518

The cruise line’s benchmark is $18.50 per guest per day, while cited financial figures point to continued growth.

The port operator has applied to keep the Southampton property in temporary use for cruise passenger parking until September 27, 2029.

Cruise Norway’s September visit highlighted infrastructure and tourism developments in Mo i Rana and Sandnessjøen.

The longtime Carnival officer began his career with the cruise line as a deck cadet aboard Carnival Valor in 2008.