According to this travel expert, the core of the controversy isn’t necessarily discrimination—it’s a disconnect.

Carnival's "Have Fun. Be Safe" guidelines include: Curfew for minors: Passengers under 18 must now leave public areas by 1:00 a.m. unless participating in supervised activities or accompanied by an ...

Carnival Cruise Line has reportedly begun enforcing stricter onboard rules as of June 2025, including a new ban on handheld "clack" fans on indoor dance floors, as detailed in a circulating “Have Fun.

Carnival Cruise LineGrand Cayman, Cayman Islands – July 13, 2011: Carnival Cruise Lines ship, Freedom, anchored in the Caribbean sea near the Cayman Islands. Tenders are used to transport ...

Carnival Cruise Line has updated its policies. These updates cover music, fan use, and passenger conduct. Rumors circulated online, but Carnival says many policies aren't new. The cruise line denies ...

The guidelines prohibit marijuana and other illegal substances, even if they are legal in a passenger’s home state. This ...

Carnival Cruise Line pushes back against viral claims that it has banned certain music genres, dances and accessories, saying ...

The Carnival Cruise line addresses backlash amid new rules enforcement that some critics complain are targeting Black customers. Is Carnival ...

In recent weeks, a new rumor has emerged on social media about a ban on hip-hop music and handheld fans onboard Carnival ships. Multiple posts have gone viral on Reddit and TikTok, with cruisers ...

The company's policies include a ban on playing music out loud on personal devices and a 1 a.m. curfew for minors. Some ...

Black Passengers Say They Feel Targeted By Cruise Line After Discovering Its Policy The new Carnival Cruise rules are under fire for allegedly targeting Black culture and music. Updated: July 10, 2025 ...

Carnival Cruises went viral on social media when the prominent cruise line shared several significant policy changes. After ...