Columbus, OH

Upworthy

Living permanently on a cruise ship seems like a dream of the uber-wealthy. You spend your days lounging on the deck by the pool or touring an exotic location. Nights are spent dancing in the nightclub or enjoying live entertainment.You no longer have to worry about traffic, cooking or laundry. Your life has become all-inclusive as long as you’re on board.At Upworthy, we’ve shared the stories of a handful of people who’ve been able to spend their lives on a permanent cruise because they’ve figured out how to do so affordably. Or, at least, at about the same cost of living on land.Insider recently featured the fantastic story of Ryan Gutridge, who spends about 300 nights a year living on Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas. He only leaves the ship for a few weeks a year during the holidays.

Man lives on a cruise ship 300 days a year because it costs the same as renting in Florida

You can receive daily cruise news updates directly to your inbox, so you don't miss a thing! Go ahead and Subscribe here. Relaxation is a key part of any cruise vacation, but Carnival Cruise Line has once again had to remind guests that one popular form of balcony lounging is not permitted on any of its ships.

Carnival Cruise Line Shuts Down One Popular Balcony Request

Smoking on cruise ships has once again become a hot topic after one major cruise line stated why the embarkation day rules have changed in recent months. Carnival Cruise Line Brand Ambassador, John Heald, is facing backlash from certain passengers regarding the cruise line’s smoking policy. In a Facebook...

Embarkation Day Smoking: Carnival Addresses Policy After Uproar from Some Passengers

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Set the course for an extraordinary cruise journey. Discover the 16 things you can't afford to miss before you set sail.

16 Things You Must Do Every Time You Board a Cruise Ship

Charleston, SC

A Carnival cruise ship will depart later than originally scheduled today due to Tropical Storm Debby. The cruise line is giving $25 in onboard credit to each guest to cover their lunch. Carnival Sunshine will still depart from Charleston today, but embarkation will be delayed by seven hours. This is...

Carnival Cruise Ship Sailing Delayed Cruise Today

Wisconsin State

Detroit, MI

The Independent

 Vice President Kamala Harris pushed back against pro-Palestine protesters in Detroit, her first major hurdle amid an otherwise positive rollout of her presidential campaign. Harris was visiting Detroit as part of a tour with her newly-minted running mate Tim Walz. The two had held a large and raucous outdoor rally in Eau Claire, Wisconsin earlier in the day.But Michigan, which has a large Arab-American population located in Dearborn outside of Detroit, has long been a hotbed of criticism for the Biden administration’s support for Israel in its war against Gaza.  Earlier this year, roughly 13 percent of the...

Kamala Harris slams protesters disrupting Detroit rally: ‘If you want Donald Trump to win, then say that’

Insider

Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay, is full of beaches and thrilling slides, according to BI's reporter.

I went to Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas. It wasn't for me, but I can see why cruise-goers love it.

PureWow

I went on the Sun Princess and it was my favorite cruise line yet. Here’s my honest review of the latest ship, from the immersive dining experience to the low-key ports.

I Went on the Sun Princess Cruise Ship in the Mediterranean, and Now It’s My Entire Personality

The New Republic

Donald Trump told Elon Musk during their livestreamed conversation on X Monday night that if the election goes poorly, “we’ll meet the next time in Venezuela because it will be a far safer place to meet than our country.” Trump made the statement after mentioning that “crime rates all over the world are going way down,” an odd statement to make before bringing up Venezuela, where postelection protests have left 23 dead and more than 2,000 people arrested, according to the United Nations.Trump says he'll flee to Venezuela if he loses the election and invites Elon to visit him pic.twitter.com/z0gvN6ugI7—...

Trump Tells Elon Musk All About His Plan to Flee if He Loses Election

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NewsNinja

"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

Mediaite

After issuing an ultimatum to Kamala Harris over a Fox News debate, Trump is reportedly open to returning to ABC or proposing a new debate with NBC News.
The post JUST IN: Trump Has ‘Apparently Changed His Mind’ on Fox News Debate Ultimatum, Per Washington Post’s Josh Dawsey first appeared on Mediaite.

JUST IN: Trump Has ‘Apparently Changed His Mind’ on Fox News Debate Ultimatum, Per Washington Post’s Josh Dawsey

Florida State

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L. Cane

One could argue that Floridians who see the value in cruises are lucky. Florida has multiple ports from which to choose, including Jacksonville, Port Canaveral, Tampa, Miami, Key West, Riviera Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Port of Palm Beach, and Tampa. And now, Floridians will have one more budget choice - a cruise going out of Port Canaveral called Utopia Of The Seas.

A New Frugal Cruising Option Sailing Out Of Florida - Huge, Budget Cruise Ship Utopia Of The Seas

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

The Spun

An Olympian was rushed to the hospital before the Closing Ceremony at the Stade de France in Paris on Sunday. Irish Olympic swimmer Daniel Wiffen missed Sunday's Closing Ceremony due to an illness. Wiffen, who competed in the men’s 10-kilometer event in the Seine River, was supposed to be one ...

Olympian Rushed To Hospital Before Closing Ceremony In Paris

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Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

TravelNoire

Virgin Voyages’ latest offer lets young adults cruise for free with a family-friendly twist. The cruise line’s unique “Kids Sail Free” promotion allows those 18 to 26 to adventure the seas at no cost through the rest of 2024. The possible itineraries in the deal’s scope include all Virgin Voyages regions and ships. The only exceptions are three ships departing during the end-of-year holiday season.

Virgin Voyages Offers Free Cruises To 'Adult Children' Through The End Of 2024

Tampa, FL

Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Paradise is experiencing a delay in its return to Port Tampa Bay due to Tropical Storm Debby. Initially set to dock early Monday morning, August 5, the ship’s arrival has been postponed as the port remains closed. In an update on Monday, Carnival informed...

Cruise Lines Forced to Extend Sailings as Tampa Port Closure Impacts Operations

Savannah, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

If you believe that time is money, there are ways to spend extra to bypass waits on a Royal Caribbean cruise. A cruise vacation usually includes shows, activities, shore excursions, and lots of other fun onboard. However, there are thousands of other passengers who also want to do the same thing.

4 Royal Caribbean splurges to skip lines

Punta Cana, located on the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic, is renowned for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and an array of luxurious resorts. This tropical paradise is a prime destination for travelers seeking a blend of relaxation, adventure, and luxury. With its warm climate, swaying palm trees, and miles of powdery white sand, Punta Cana creates an idyllic backdrop for any type of vacation.

Top Resorts in Punta Cana: A Paradise of Luxury and Relaxation

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Passengers Weigh in on What Carnival’s Serenity Retreat is Really Like

You can receive daily cruise news updates directly to your inbox, so you don't miss a thing! Go ahead and Subscribe here. As Carnival’s brand ambassador,...

Passengers Weigh in on What Carnival’s Serenity Retreat is Really Like

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