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The Barefoot Brief: September 12, 2025

The Barefoot Brief — Week of Sept 12, 2025

  • Overboard drama in San Juan: Rhapsody of the Seas guest jumped ship over unpaid gambling debt. Survived, swam ashore, and was later arrested with cash and fake IDs. Facing federal charges.

  • Dock collision in Athens: MV Gemini smacked the pier at Piraeus, scraping her hull. No major injuries, but itineraries may shuffle.

  • Ketchikan tragedy: A 57-year-old cruise guest died after a vehicle veered into a pedestrian area near the port. Others injured. Community stepped in quickly.

  • Labadee pause: Royal Caribbean cancels Labadee calls until at least spring 2026 due to safety concerns.

  • Disney Adventure delay: Inaugural season pushed to early 2026 out of Singapore.

  • Carnival shuffle: Hurricane season prompts Carnival Firenze to swap Cabo and Ensenada stops. Expect more storm-season adjustments.

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