New Carnival Cruise Policies Every LA & TX Passenger Should Know

(KNGT-FM) - Are you going to be traveling soon? If so, you need to listen up. Carnival Cruise Line has implemented some new rules, and it has a lot of passengers talking, some even voicing their displeasure about the changes. We've got everything you need to know about the changes before you book your next trip.

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Taking a cruise has always been one of my favorite ways to just settle down and relax. There are so many things to do when aboard a cruise ship, no matter what cruise line you're traveling on.

Nowadays, there are PLENTY of options when it comes to cruise lines, whether its' Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Disney, Celebrity, Norwegian, American, Princess, and so many more... Each line provides a different experience for its cruisers, but all with the same goal in mind and that is to provide the best cruising experience for its passengers.

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Carnival has announced they are making some major changes to a few of their rules, and some cruisers don't seem too excited about it..

NEW CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE RULES

• TEEN CURFEW - Guests under 18 must follow a 1:00 AM curfew in public areas unless with an adult 21+.
• AGE POLICY - Solo cruisers must be 21+ or sail with someone 25+. Teens 18–20 must be booked with a guardian.
• FAN BAN - Carnival has banned folding “clack” fans inside nightclubs and indoor dance floors for safety. (Battery-powered fans are still allowed)
• POOL CHAIR RULE - Leave your chair for 40+ minutes unattended? The crew may clear your items.
• BEHAVIOR = CONSEQUENCES - Disruptive guests can be removed with no refund and fined up to $500.
• BOARDING REQUIREMENTS - Check in online by midnight before sailing, and print your boarding pass & luggage tags. Bring all required travel documents.

It seems like over the last few years, the Carnival Cruise Line has turned more into a party ship for the younger cruisers, which has resulted in more and more of the older crowd moving to different cruise lines. Per Loyalty Lobby, Carnival has taken more steps and has banned Hip Hop & Rap music on the ships. That should go over well....