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Introduction
As Hurricane Helene advances towards the Gulf of Mexico and Florida, CCL-Carnival Cruise Line has announced significant itinerary changes for several of its vessels in response to the looming threat.
Details of the Incident
Carnival has adjusted the routes of five ships due to the hurricane. The Carnival Paradise, Carnival Valor, Carnival Breeze, and Carnival Horizon have all canceled their scheduled stops at Cozumel. Additionally, Carnival Horizon has also scrapped a planned visit to Grand Cayman. Instead, Carnival Paradise has been redirected to Costa Maya, and Carnival Horizon is set to visit Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic.
Adjustments and Port Operations
Carnival Valor will return directly to Port NOLA in New Orleans due to a lack of alternative port options. Meanwhile, Carnival Paradise and Carnival Elation, which are due to dock in Tampa Bay, Florida, and Jacksonville, Florida, respectively, may face delays in their return schedules depending on the hurricane’s movement. Port Canaveral on Florida’s Atlantic coast remains operational, currently under Port Condition “X-RAY,” indicating preparedness for changes dependent on the storm’s progression.