The recent collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge along Interstate
695 in Baltimore, Maryland on 26 March, has sent shockwaves through the
world, and is also affecting upcoming cruises.
"Vessel traffic into and out of the Port of Baltimore is suspended
until further notice," announced the Port of Baltimore on social media
platforms.
Carnival Cruise Line, has adjusted its itineraries in response to the
bridge collapse. Carnival Pride and Carnival Legend, scheduled for
April departures, will temporarily relocate to Norfolk, Virginia.
Passengers aboard ongoing cruises will disembark in Norfolk, with
transportation arranged to return them to Baltimore.
Royal Caribbean's Vision of the Seas, which departed from Baltimore
on 23 March, will now return to Norfolk on 4 April. Subsequent cruises
will depart from Norfolk, with compensation provided to affected
passengers.
American Cruise Lines, meanwhile, maintains scheduled sailings from
Baltimore in May but remains vigilant, ready to adjust plans if
necessary.
Norwegian Cruise Line has no Baltimore sailings until September, but
the company pledges to stay in communication with port authorities and
passengers.