It was not smooth sailing for passengers on a recent cruise out of Galveston, Texas.<\/p>\n
Carnival Cruise<\/a> Line banned 24 people from future sailing trips after a massive brawl broke out at the ship\u2019s terminal while docked.<\/p>\n A Carnival Cruise spokesperson said the\u00a0incident occurred in the debarkation area, which is under the authority of U.S. Customs and Border Patrol.\u00a0<\/p>\n ‘ODD-LOOKING’ DEEP SEA FISH WASHES UP ON BEACH, SURPRISING LOCALS: ‘WOULD NOT EXPECT TO RUN ACROSS’<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n “This matter has been turned over to law enforcement,” said the spokesperson in a statement.<\/p>\n “Meanwhile, we will not tolerate such behavior, and 24 people have been placed on our Do Not Sail list.”<\/a><\/p>\n Cruise industry experts revealed blacklisting policies and the behaviors that most commonly get travelers barred from ships.<\/span> (iStock)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Travelmation president and founder Adam Duckworth told Fox News Digital that passengers should have respect for themselves and fellow travelers<\/a> throughout the entire cruise.\u00a0<\/p>\n “Cruising is a wonderful way to make unforgettable memories with your family and friends,”<\/a>\u00a0he said. “Do not ruin it with disorderly\u00a0conduct.”<\/p>\n Duckworth added, “One of the top mistakes I see people making on a cruise is that they overindulge, especially with alcohol.”<\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n “This can often lead to unruly behavior and actions you may regret later,” he said.\u00a0<\/p>\n “Remember, just\u00a0because\u00a0you’re on vacation,<\/a> that doesn’t give you a pass to be out of control. You need to be responsible for yourself or there will be repercussions, just like anything in life.”\u00a0<\/p>\n Carnival Cruise Line banned 24 passengers from any future cruises following a massive brawl in Texas.<\/span> (Trelle Ray via Facebook)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Stewart Chiron, a Miami-based cruise industry expert known as “The Cruise Guy,” told Fox News Digital he agreed that behavior on board is a top issue to watch for \u2014 and shared four other reasons passengers could get themselves banned from cruises.\u00a0<\/p>\n The smuggling of controlled substances and weapons aboard a cruise is a concern worth noting.<\/p>\n “Cruise lines have their individual codes of conduct and lists of\u00a0banned\u00a0items,” said Chiron.\u00a0<\/p>\n “Cruise passengers [need] to review their contracts of carriage.”<\/p>\n <\/p><\/blockquote>\n “Cruise lines not only have to follow the laws of the countries they homeport from, but also the various countries and ports they visit.”<\/p>\n He added, “It’s important for cruise passengers<\/a> to review their contracts of carriage to ensure nothing they’re bringing will be in violation of the rules or laws.”<\/p>\n Chronic complaining, said one expert, could land people on the banned list.<\/span> (iStock)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Another issue is “flouting the ship’s safety measures,<\/a> thus endangering your life or others,” Chiron said.<\/p>\n He also noted that bad behavior, not just onboard but on shore, could be a problem.<\/p>\n For more Lifestyle articles, visit foxnews.com\/lifestyle<\/u><\/strong><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n Finally, he said chronic complaining could land people on the banned list.<\/p>\n “There are people that go on cruises and complain about everything and anything in order to attempt to receive some sort of credit or benefit,” said Chiron.\u00a0<\/p>\n![\"Woman](\"https:\/\/a57.foxnews.com\/static.foxnews.com\/foxnews.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1200\/675\/gettyimages-1203963823-1.jpg?ve=1&tl=1\")
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