Carnival Cruise Line passengers won't be able to "come as they are" anymore as the cruise line has updated its ticket contract, which could allow for $500 fines if customers are acting unruly.
"Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated and any guest whose conduct affects the comfort, enjoyment, safety or well-being of other guests or crew will be detained onboard and/or disembarked at their own expense and will [be] banned from sailing on Carnival in the future," Carnival said in a recent update to its ticket contracts.
The move is meant to caution against rowdy guests who have to be detained or taken off the board before the cruise is scheduled to come to an end. Along with the fine, they will also have to cover any costs they cause.
In a statement to CBS News, Carnival confirmed that it updated and revised its code of conduct. A spokesperson shared that in recent months there has been an "increase in more agitated behavior by a small number of guests," just like what's been seen on flights, at amusement parks, and at sporting events.
Several incidents have circulated on social media of passengers getting into fights on Carnival cruises. One video on Twitter depicted a brawl in September that took place between about 30 people on Carnival Sunrise.
The video shows the first fight taking place between the pool and bar on the ship, according to Cruise Law News.
Another fight happened in July on Carnival Elation. And in June, an altercation took place in a nightclub on Carnival Magic.
With unruly passenger behavior increasing on airlines throughout the last year, it's not out of the question to assume that behavior is happening elsewhere.
Nonetheless, Carnival is working to resolve the issues and create a safe space for its crews and passengers.
"Our commitment to the health, safety and security of all of our guests and team members is being demonstrated through the implementation of various measures to assure that our ships remain a welcoming, family-friendly place," the spokesperson said.
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