Why Cruising Doesn't Feel the Same Anymore

Описание: Cruising is definitely changing, and it's not just your imagination! We're breaking down what's new and the latest cruise news impacting your future trips.

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Cruising doesn’t feel the same anymore — and it’s not just your imagination.
As we head into 2026, more and more cruisers are noticing major changes in the cruise experience. From rising prices and constant upcharges to overcrowded ships, shorter port stops, and shifting onboard etiquette, cruising has evolved in ways that longtime passengers can’t ignore.

In this video, we break down the biggest cruise trends that are changing the experience, why so many cruisers feel frustrated, and what you should realistically expect when booking a cruise in 2025 and 2026.

We cover the most talked-about issues cruisers are experiencing today, including:
The rise of nickel-and-diming and extra fees
Why basic amenities like WiFi, drinks, and specialty coffee often cost more
Pushy upselling onboard and sales pressure
Increasing cruise fares, drink package prices, and gratuities
Overcrowding on mega-ships and busy pool decks
Chair hogging, elevator etiquette, and onboard courtesy concerns
Shorter cruises becoming more common
Short port stops and fewer authentic destinations
The growing use of private islands instead of local ports
Declining food quality and buffet frustrations
Casual dress codes and changing dining expectations
Why cruise apps are becoming a requirement instead of a convenience

We also discuss why these changes are happening, how the cruise industry has shifted post-pandemic, and whether cruising still offers good value compared to other vacation options.

Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or someone who has been sailing for years, this video will be especially helpful if you’re wondering:
Why cruising feels different now
If cruises are still worth the money
What cruise trends need to stop
What cruising will be like in 2026
This isn’t about bashing cruising — it’s about being honest so you can plan smarter, avoid surprises, and decide what kind of cruise experience is right for you.

The Cruise Trends That Need to Stop in 2026
0:25 Nickel and Diming
1:00 Not Including Basic Amenities
2:10 Pushy Upsells Throughout the Ship
2:45 Removing Cruise Gratuities
4:15 Price Increases on Everything
6:30 Cruise Ships Keep Getting Bigger
7:30 Chair Hogs Are Out of Control
8:40 Short Cruises Are Becoming the New Norm
10:05 Ports Stops Are Becoming Too Short
10:45 More Private Islands Stop Over Authentic Destinations
11:35 Food Quality Decline
12:25 More Self Service Dining Venues on Ships
13:35 Casual Dress Codes Have Gone to Far
15:30 Using FaceTime or Speaker Phones in Public Spaces
16:10 Elevator Etiquette Is Dead
17:00 Cruise Ducks Are Everywhere


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Cruising isn't what it used to be, and these changes are becoming impossible to ignore. We're breaking down what's new in cruising, the cruise changes behind it, and what cruisers should expect in 2026. Join the cruise talk as we discuss cruising costs and other cruise industry news that will impact your next vacation.
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