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A passenger was injured after a waterslide broke on Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas cruise ship, resulting in lacerations. The slide was closed for investigation, and the cruise line emphasized safety measures and ongoing assessments to determine the cause of the failure.
A waterslide on Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas broke, injuring a passenger and causing chaos among passengers, including a family who witnessed the incident; the cruise line is investigating the event.
Lawsuits reveal that cruise ship companies are failing sexual assault victims, with allegations of sexual assault on cruise ships being widespread and victims receiving little support. Data shows that sexual assault has been the most reported crime on major cruise lines since at least 2015, with over 450 reported allegations between 2015 and 2022. Experts suggest that the number is likely much higher due to underreporting. Cruise operators are accused of prioritizing covering their tracks over protecting or helping victims, and victims often face difficulties in reporting and obtaining justice. Poorly trained staff and inadequate vetting of crew members are also identified as contributing factors. Efforts to bring about tougher restrictions and support for victims are underway, but progress is slow.
A passenger on Royal Caribbean International's Quantum of the Seas ship went overboard during a trans-Pacific sailing. The ship's crew immediately launched a search and rescue operation and is working closely with local authorities. This incident follows other recent overboard incidents on cruise ships. Cruise ships have safeguards to prevent passengers from going overboard, and are required to have rails that are "located not less than 42 inches above the cabin deck."