A gangway takes an unexpected plunge into the sea as Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas departs Perfect Day at CocoCay—but thankfully, no passengers are reported injured.

GFree also explains what the updated Level 2 Bahamas travel advisory really means for cruisers, including important reminders about crime awareness, watercraft operators, local laws, and choosing reputable shore excursions.

Plus, Disney Cruise Line prepares to reveal new details about the upcoming Disney Believe, Port Tampa Bay begins site preparation for its fourth cruise terminal, and WestJet travelers continue facing disruptions despite a tentative agreement ending the cabin crew strike.

Over in airline news, Delta’s new premium Basic fares could carry change or cancellation penalties of up to $500. The Travel Tip of the Day explains why travelers should carefully compare restrictions, fees, baggage benefits, and flexibility before booking any fare labeled Basic, Saver, or Light.

Six passengers reportedly face charges after allegedly hacking the public-address system aboard MSC Divina and broadcasting fake announcements. GFree breaks down why interfering with a ship’s communication system is more serious than an onboard prank.

Also on today’s Boarding Call, Norwegian Getaway prepares to spend the first night of an upcoming cruise docked in Miami for shore-power testing, while a wall collapse changes how cruise passengers access Santorini’s Old Port and the town of Fira.

Plus, a family lawsuit involving an upper-bunk fall aboard Disney Wonder raises important questions about cabin safety, and Oceania Cruises introduces a new children’s book celebrating the hardworking professionals behind every cruise vacation. The Travel Tip of the Day explains what families should inspect before allowing children to use cruise-cabin bunk beds.

Water pours through the ceiling of a cabin aboard Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas, creating an unexpected onboard waterfall—and an important reminder to document cruise-cabin maintenance problems immediately.

GFree also breaks down Celebrity Cruises’ latest gratuity increase, Carnival’s rollout of complimentary late-afternoon nacho bowls, and the luxury shopping lineup coming to MSC World Asia.

Beyond the ships, Washington Dulles International Airport is preparing for a massive $22.5 billion transformation, while Kensington and Ancestry are helping travelers turn their family histories into personalized heritage vacations. Plus, the Travel Tip of the Day explains what to photograph, report, and save when something goes wrong inside your cruise cabin.