Carnival recently rolled out a stricter “Have Fun, Be Safe” initiative that includes bans on Bluetooth speakers, handheld fans, portable radios, and a curfew for unaccompanied passengers under 18. The company aimed to improve onboard safety and curb disruptive behavior after an onboard fight involving about 20 passengers. But some Black cruisers claim the policy changes feel targeted, saying the yacht is trying to “distance itself” from Black vacationers. Allegations emerged that DJs were told to avoid playing rap and hip-hop music, though Carnival denied this publicly. With tensions rising, the cruise line finds itself balancing safety measures and accusations of racial bias, and travelers are watching closely.
