A popular summer cruise port is loosening its planned cruise ship restrictions, but not enough to help Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises passengers.

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In fact, one company recently announced a chartered cruise aboard Margaritaville at Sea’s Islander that was specifically created to allow people to finally cruise with their pets. Royal Caribbean doesn’t allow dogs on its ships (aside from service animals),

We have already seen notable port changes by Royal Caribbean in 2025. For the most part, this is due to the fact that cruisers continue to be frustrated with a top port extending delays. This was the case throughout February,

Passengers get angry when a cruise line skips a port. They often demand compensation even though they're not entitled to any under their cruise contract. Cruise lines may even offer compensation if they make an unpopular change.