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Suspect in Carnival cruise murder to be held in custody following adult court decision

Suspect in Carnival cruise murder to be held in custody following adult court decision

Teenager’s Stepbrother Held Pending Trial A federal judge has decided to hold the stepbrother of a teenager accused of murdering 18-year-old Anna Kepner during a Carnival cruise, ruling that his release conditions would not adequately protect the community. Timothy Hudson, referred to as TH in legal documents due to his age, had previously been allowed […]

Passengers claim cruise tipping fees are excessive while companies promote ‘excellent service’

Passengers claim cruise tipping fees are excessive while companies promote 'excellent service'

Cruise passengers are facing yet another unwelcome surprise on their vacations: rising costs after booking. Various automatic fees—like daily gratuities, drink service charges, and specialty dining costs—are causing frustration among travelers. Many feel that cruises are marketed attractively but end up costing much more. Complaints are reportedly increasing as some cruise lines prepare to hike […]

Cruise fare increases from Holland America and other companies upset travelers as businesses resist change.

Cruise fare increases from Holland America and other companies upset travelers as businesses resist change.

Cruise travelers are facing an all-too-familiar surprise: their vacation bills are rising after booking. Additional costs, like daily gratuities, service fees for drink packages, specialty dining, and other automatic charges, have stirred frustration among passengers. Many feel that the advertised cruise prices don’t reflect the total cost accurately. Concerns are mounting as several cruise lines […]

New sealed evidence submitted in Carnival Cruise murder case involving teen

New sealed evidence submitted in Carnival Cruise murder case involving teen

Content warning: This article discusses sexual assault, which may be distressing for some readers. Federal prosecutors recently filed new evidence in the case involving Timothy Hudson, who faces charges of sexually assaulting and murdering his sister-in-law, 18-year-old Anna Kepner, aboard a Carnival cruise ship. On June 8, authorities in Miami alerted the court about “newly […]