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Scottish Sun
03-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Truth about hero dad who leapt off Disney cruise to save daughter, 5, revealed – as glam doc seen cradling girl is named
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE truth about the hero dad who leapt off a Disney cruise ship to save his five-year-old daughter has been revealed. Police have officially shut down swirling rumours about the father's role in Sunday's terrifying incident. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 The dad (picured in a red shirt) immediately dived roughly 50ft into the ocean to save his daughter Credit: Facebook 7 The girl fell overboard from the fourth deck of the Disney Dream cruise Credit: Facebook/Kevin Furuta 7 The five-year-old sits on the ship's lead physician's lap as her identity is finally revealed Credit: Party_Objective/Reddit 7 Alyssa Charles (centre) is a pediatric and emergency care specialist from South Africa Credit: Instagram It comes as the glamorous doctor seen cradling the rescued girl has now been named as Alyssa Charles. The child fell from the fourth deck of the $900 million Disney Dream around 11.30am as the vessel made its way back to Fort Lauderdale from the Bahamas. Her dad, 37, immediately dived roughly 50ft into the ocean in a desperate attempt to save her. He reportedly kept the little girl afloat for nearly 20 minutes before the pair were rescued by ship crew. Initially hailed as a hero, the dad soon became the target of online outrage amid widespread - and now debunked - claims that he had lifted the child onto a 42.5-inch railing to take a photo, causing her to fall. But on Wednesday, the Broward County Sheriff's Office officially refuted that viral theory. Sheriff Gregory Tony said the child was sitting on the railing and fell backwards through a porthole - but made it clear that the dad did not put her there. He said in a press briefing: 'After the girl's mother alerted her husband, who didn't see the incident, he jumped into the ocean to save his daughter. 'BSO detectives said after the 37-year-old father found his daughter, he treaded water until they were rescued by a tender that was launched from the ship.' What happened on the Carnival Triumph 'poop cruise'- Netflix Trainwreck documentary explained- Tony added that security video from the Disney Dream corroborated the family's version of events. 'This family is so blessed. It's great to be able to respond to good news rather than what could have been a tragic outcome,' he said. The girl's fall triggered an immediate man overboard alarm and emergency code "Mr MOB" across the ship, launching a high-speed rescue effort that played out in front of hundreds of stunned passengers. Witnesses described frantic scenes as life rings were hurled into the ocean and a yellow rescue craft raced from the vessel to reach the dad-daughter duo. Passenger Nikki Samsill Jackson told the Daily Mail: 'When they were rescued, dad had his arms around his child and he was treading water. 'Everybody was cheering.' Passenger Chandler, who spoke to People, said she heard a loud thud after the fall. 'It sounded like hitting pavement, nothing like if you jump into a pool,' she said, describing an 'awful' scream she believed came from the girl's mother. 7 The doctor joined Disney Cruise Line in August last year Credit: Linkedin 7 Charles can be seen holding the child after the rescue Credit: Facebook Glam doctor revealed Once pulled from the water, it wasn't her dad but a mystery woman seen cradling the rescued girl that captured attention online. That woman has now been identified as Dr Alyssa Charles, the Disney Dream's lead physician. Charles, a pediatric and emergency care specialist from South Africa, was seen holding the girl gently in her lap, stroking her hair as she assessed her condition. The footage went viral, with people praising her for the heartwarming care she provided. 'She was holding her like her own!' one user posted. 'The rescuer rubbing her head,' another wrote, adding a crying emoji. Charles, who joined Disney Cruise Line in August last year, has previously worked at the Red Cross and travelled the world as a cruise doctor. Her sister Jasmine confirmed her identity in a proud Instagram post: 'That's my sister! Doctor on the rescue boat!' The girl appeared healthy after the terrifying ordeal, though her dad was reportedly injured while keeping her afloat and was taken to hospital after the ship returned to port. Police declined to specify the nature of his injuries. Disney has since praised its staff for their swift response. A spokesperson said: 'The crew aboard the Disney Dream swiftly rescued two guests from the water. 'We commend our crew members for their exceptional skills and prompt actions. 'This incident highlights the effectiveness of our safety protocols.' Cruise officials are continuing to review how the girl was able to fall though cops have made it clear that no foul play is suspected. The Disney Dream, which carries up to 3,500 passengers and can reach speeds of 25mph, was last refurbished in 2024. It docked in Fort Lauderdale on Monday before continuing its five-day itinerary to Nassau and Disney Lookout Cay. The cruise is due to return to Florida on Saturday.
The Irish Sun
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Truth about hero dad who leapt off Disney cruise to save daughter, 5, revealed – as glam doc seen cradling girl is named
THE truth about the hero dad who leapt off a Disney cruise ship to save his five-year-old daughter has been revealed. Police have officially shut down swirling rumours about the father's role in Advertisement 7 The dad (picured in a red shirt) immediately dived roughly 50ft into the ocean to save his daughter Credit: Facebook 7 The girl fell overboard from the fourth deck of the Disney Dream cruise Credit: Facebook/Kevin Furuta 7 The five-year-old sits on the ship's lead physician's lap as her identity is finally revealed Credit: Party_Objective/Reddit 7 Alyssa Charles (centre) is a pediatric and emergency care specialist from South Africa Credit: Instagram It comes as the glamorous doctor seen cradling the rescued girl has now been named as Alyssa Charles. The child fell from the fourth deck of the $900 million Disney Dream around 11.30am as the vessel made its way back to Fort Lauderdale from the Bahamas. Her dad, 37, immediately dived roughly 50ft into the ocean in a desperate attempt to save her. He reportedly kept the little girl afloat for nearly 20 minutes before the pair were rescued by ship crew. Advertisement Read more on the Disney Cruise Initially hailed as a hero, the dad soon became the target of online outrage amid widespread - and now debunked - claims that he had But on Wednesday, the Broward County Sheriff's Office officially refuted that viral theory. Sheriff Gregory Tony said the child was sitting on the railing and fell backwards through a porthole - but made it clear that the dad did not put her there. He said in a press briefing: 'After the girl's mother alerted her husband, who didn't see the incident, he jumped into the ocean to save his daughter. Advertisement Most read in The US Sun Breaking Breaking Breaking 'BSO detectives said after the 37-year-old father found his daughter, he treaded water until they were rescued by a tender that was launched from the ship.' What happened on the Carnival Triumph 'poop cruise'- Netflix Trainwreck documentary explained- Tony added that security video from the Disney Dream corroborated the family's version of events. 'This family is so blessed. It's great to be able to respond to good news rather than what could have been a tragic outcome,' he said. The girl's fall triggered an immediate man overboard alarm and emergency code "Mr MOB" across the ship, launching a high-speed rescue effort that played out in front of hundreds of stunned passengers. Advertisement Passenger Nikki Samsill Jackson told the 'Everybody was cheering.' Passenger Chandler, who spoke to Advertisement 'It sounded like hitting pavement, nothing like if you jump into a pool,' she said, describing an 'awful' scream she believed came from the girl's mother. 7 The doctor joined Disney Cruise Line in August last year Credit: Linkedin 7 Charles can be seen holding the child after the rescue Credit: Facebook Glam doctor revealed Once pulled from the water, it wasn't her dad but a mystery woman seen cradling the rescued girl that captured attention online. Advertisement That woman has now been identified as Dr Alyssa Charles, the Disney Dream's lead physician. Charles, a pediatric and emergency care specialist from South Africa, was seen holding the girl gently in her lap, stroking her hair as she assessed her condition. The footage went viral, with people praising her for the heartwarming care she provided. 'She was holding her like her own!' one user posted. Advertisement 'The rescuer rubbing her head,' another wrote, adding a crying emoji. Charles, who joined Disney Cruise Line in August last year, has previously worked at the Red Cross and travelled the world as a cruise doctor. Her sister Jasmine confirmed her identity in a proud Instagram post: 'That's my sister! Doctor on the rescue boat!' The girl appeared healthy after the terrifying ordeal, though her dad was reportedly injured while keeping her afloat and was taken to hospital after the ship returned to port. Advertisement Police declined to specify the nature of his injuries. Disney has since praised its staff for their swift response. A spokesperson said: 'The crew aboard the Disney Dream swiftly rescued two guests from the water. 'We commend our crew members for their exceptional skills and prompt actions. Advertisement 'This incident highlights the effectiveness of our safety protocols.' Cruise officials are continuing to review how the girl was able to fall though cops have made it clear that no foul play is suspected. The Disney Dream, which carries up to 3,500 passengers and can reach speeds of 25mph, was last refurbished in 2024. It docked in Fort Lauderdale on Monday before continuing its five-day itinerary to Nassau and Disney Lookout Cay. Advertisement The cruise is due to return to Florida on Saturday. 7 The cruise was making its way back to Fort Lauderdale from the Bahamas when the fall happened Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
30-06-2025
- Scottish Sun
I sold my house to spend 15 YEARS on never-ending-cruise about 600ft luxurious ship – I might never go home
The ship has a fascinating community of diverse residents, who enjoy free entertainment and a luxury deck GOLDEN YEARS I sold my house to spend 15 YEARS on never-ending-cruise about 600ft luxurious ship – I might never go home Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN ADVENTUROUS voyager has embarked on an extraordinary 15-year luxury cruise circumnavigating the globe - and admits she may never go back home. Sharon Lane, 77, is currently onboard the Villa Vie Odyssey - a mega 600ft vessel which is set to visit almost every holiday hotspot Earth has to offer. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Sharon Lane, 77, is on a worldwide cruise across the globe 4 The Villa Vie Odyssey is a mega 600ft vessel offering permanent cabins Credit: Getty 4 The residential cruise, which sells cabins on a permanent basis rather than for short trips, boasts lavish rooms which start at $129,000 for 15 years. The ship has a jaw-dropping itinerary which includes 425 destinations across 147 countries - around 75 per cent of all nations on Earth. Residents will be taken on trips which have been broken down into different segments. One of the segments takes passengers across North America, while another will go across Japan and the Philippine Sea. Residents will also enjoy trips to the South Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, North Asia, South Asia, South Europe and the Mediterranean, among others. This means cruisegoers on board the Odyssey are bound to encounter their dream holiday destinations across the planet as part of the breathtaking adventure. Passengers also have to pay monthly fees which start at $2,000 per person - but this includes free food and soft drinks, alcohol at dinner, Wi-Fi and medical visits. The huge fees also include 24/7 room service, weekly housekeeping and bi-weekly laundry - and Sharon sees this as a great bonus. The California woman stepped onto the cruise earlier this month, and is now part of the immense journey which will last a decade-and-a-half. She told CNN Travel: "I'm finally able to do what I've wanted to do for years." What happened on the Carnival Triumph 'poop cruise'- Netflix Trainwreck documentary explained- She spent her entire life savings to purchase her interior cabin - and said it was a good deal. The only other residential cruise ship on the planet currently at sea, The World, has a starting price of $2.5million - making Sharon's trip a relative bargain. Cruisegoers onboard the Villa Vie Odyssey can also experience free entertainment, which include singers, dancers and personal passenger performances, Sharon said. The ship also boasts a diverse range of community members. Villa Vie Residences' CEO Mikael Petterson said: 'We have a very diverse community including a Nobel Peace Prize winner, a White House chief of staff, an astronaut and many scientists and doctors onboard that share their knowledge and experiences.' And Sharon admitted she was enjoying mingling with the other residents. She said: 'There's very, very few, if any, people on the ship who are not lifelong travellers. 'When you're with a group of people that think like you, life gets easier.' The Odyssey usually stops in each port for two days, where passengers can go on optional shore trips for an additional fee. Throughout the 15-year journey, the ship will continually circle the globe, calling at various popular holiday locations throughout its voyage. Sharon said she is looking forward to seeing each stunning destination - but admitted she is most excited to spend time on the deck. Her windowless cabin will be solely for sleeping, while she enjoys holidaying and relaxing on the shore and on the ship's decadent exterior. The groundbreaking ship cam "technically" house 924 people, Petterson explained, but some cabins have been merged together, bringing the total amount of rooms to about 450. The CEO said: "Given the solo rate and that residents often travel away from the ship, we don't expect more than 500 residents onboard at any given time." Those who buy a long-term cabin on the Odyssey can sell up if circumstances changes. But for now, Sharon is in it for the long haul, looking to live out the next 15 years at sea as part of her dream life. 'There's no end,' she says. 'Sure, in 15 years… but in 15 years, I'll be ready for a home… Or maybe, at the end, I'll go on their next ship… I'll cross that bridge when I get to it.' Sharon explained that being on deck is pure bliss, and her "happy place". She said: "Whenever the weather is good, I will be on that deck. "And when the weather isn't quite good, I'll bundle up and be on that deck, because that is my happy place. The traveller added: "You can stand there, you can sit there, you can chat with people, you can read a book. "You have the ocean breeze, you have sea air."
The Irish Sun
30-06-2025
- The Irish Sun
I sold my house to spend 15 YEARS on never-ending-cruise about 600ft luxurious ship – I might never go home
AN ADVENTUROUS voyager has embarked on an extraordinary 15-year luxury cruise circumnavigating the globe - and admits she may never go back home. Sharon Lane, 77, is currently onboard the Villa Vie Odyssey - a 4 Sharon Lane, 77, is on a worldwide cruise across the globe 4 The Villa Vie Odyssey is a mega 600ft vessel offering permanent cabins Credit: Getty 4 The residential cruise, which The ship has a jaw-dropping itinerary which includes 425 destinations across 147 countries - around 75 per cent of all nations on Earth. Residents will be taken on trips which have been broken down into different segments. One of the segments takes passengers across North America, while another will go across Japan and the Philippine Sea. READ MORE TRAVEL NEWS Residents will also enjoy trips to the South Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, North Asia, South Asia, South Europe and the Mediterranean, among others. This means cruisegoers on board the Odyssey are bound to encounter their Passengers also have to pay monthly fees which start at $2,000 per person - but this includes free food and soft drinks, alcohol at dinner, Wi-Fi and medical visits. The huge fees also include 24/7 room service, weekly housekeeping and bi-weekly laundry - and Sharon sees this as a great bonus. Most read in News Travel The California woman stepped onto the cruise earlier this month, and is now part of the immense journey which will last a decade-and-a-half. She told CNN Travel: "I'm finally able to do what I've wanted to do for years." What happened on the Carnival Triumph 'poop cruise'- Netflix Trainwreck documentary explained- She spent her entire life savings to purchase her interior cabin - and said it was a good deal. The only other Cruisegoers onboard the Villa Vie Odyssey can also experience free entertainment, which include singers, dancers and personal passenger performances, Sharon said. The ship also boasts a diverse range of community members. Villa Vie Residences' CEO Mikael Petterson said: 'We have a very diverse community including a Nobel Peace Prize winner, a White House chief of staff, an astronaut and many scientists and doctors onboard that share their knowledge and experiences.' And Sharon admitted she was enjoying mingling with the other residents. She said: 'There's very, very few, if any, people on the ship who are not lifelong travellers. 'When you're with a group of people that think like you, life gets easier.' The Odyssey usually stops in each port for two days, where passengers can go on optional shore trips for an additional fee. Throughout the 15-year journey, the ship will continually circle the globe, calling at various popular holiday locations throughout its voyage. Sharon said she is looking forward to seeing each stunning destination - but admitted she is most excited to spend time on the deck. Her windowless cabin will be solely for sleeping, while she enjoys holidaying and relaxing on the shore and on the ship's decadent exterior. The groundbreaking ship cam "technically" house 924 people, Petterson explained, but some cabins have been merged together, bringing the total amount of rooms to about 450. The CEO said: "Given the solo rate and that residents often travel away from the ship, we don't expect more than 500 residents onboard at any given time." Those who buy a long-term cabin on the Odyssey can sell up if circumstances changes. But for now, Sharon is in it for the long haul, looking to live out the next 15 years at sea as part of her dream life. 'There's no end,' she says. 'Sure, in 15 years… but in 15 years, I'll be ready for a home… Or maybe, at the end, I'll go on their next ship… I'll cross that bridge when I get to it.' Sharon explained that being on deck is pure bliss, and her "happy place". She said: "Whenever the weather is good, I will be on that deck. "And when the weather isn't quite good, I'll bundle up and be on that deck, because that is my happy place. The traveller added: "You can stand there, you can sit there, you can chat with people, you can read a book. "You have the ocean breeze, you have sea air." 4 The Villa Vie Odyssey will circumnavigate the globe Credit: PA
Scottish Sun
25-06-2025
- Scottish Sun
Tourists defecated in BINS to dodge ‘poo lasagnes' in toilets & floors squelched with wee aboard infamous ‘Poop Cruise'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IT should have been the trip of a lifetime... instead it turned into the ultimate holiday from hell. Passengers went from sipping cocktails on deck and enjoying sumptuous dinners to wading through pools of raw sewage and sleeping in a makeshift tent city outside after a catastrophic power failure left the Carnival Triumph cruise liner floating adrift - with no flushing toilets. 20 Passengers aboard the Carnival Triumph slept in makeshift tents on board when a power failure left it floating adrift with no flushing toilets in 2013 Credit: © 2025 Netflix, Inc. 20 Desperate holidaymakers were forced to defecate in bins or 'poop sacks' provided by staff - which many complained were too small Credit: AP 20 The ship drifted in the Gulf of Mexico for four days Credit: AP:Associated Press 20 The stench and heat from a lack of working air con became so unbearable that people decamped to the decks Credit: AP:Associated Press In the ultimate final degradation, holidaymakers were even asked to defecate in red plastic bags instead of using the over-flowing loos. It was a huge PR disaster for the luxury Carnival cruise line and led to the ship being known around the world as the 'Poop Cruise'. Passenger Devin Marble tells The Sun none of the passengers were prepared for the horrifying announcement that the toilets were going to stop working. "That was some rough news for sure," he recalls. "And no-one expected the red bags at all. They were adult-sized poopy bags - and those bags aren't very big.' The 13 storey, 9,000ft long luxury liner embarked on a four day trip out of New Orleans throughout the Gulf of Mexico in February 2013. For Devin it was the first time meeting his then wife-to-be's extended family and he wanted to make a good impression. 'It was really important to me to make a good impression on my father-in-law,' he explains. 'I wanted to be the man who can provide, and he feels confident in me, we had just got engaged. I met her uncles, nephews, nieces and all the cousins. I just hoped everyone like me. 'When we landed at the first stop, we had a lot of fun. We went snorkelling, ate some delicious food, and that would have been really awesome to keep replicating for the next three days. "Enjoy each other's time and have great experiences together.' What happened on the Carnival Triumph 'poop cruise'- Netflix Trainwreck documentary explained- But a day later an electrical fire broke out in the middle of the night and turned the entire trip into a horror movie. At first passengers were panic-stricken thinking the ship was going down. Devin says: 'You know, smoke was probably a big indicator. Hearing 'Alpha Team, Alpha Team' waking you up out of a dead sleep, then the lights are out. "We got out of bed and my brother-in-law and I went looking to see where the smoke was coming from. "Our biggest concern was 'Is this a cruise line or is this the Titanic? What is the problem here?'' The crew soon reassured the passengers that the fire was contained and the ship was seaworthy. 'We certainly thought that they must have more than one engine,' says Devin. 'They described it as the door being shut and it is contained. So we thought they will put the fire out, we are going to be slower with one engine, but we are going to be punting along, but that did not happen.' Foul stench 20 Passengers complained the cafeteria floors were swimming in urine and faeces Credit: SWNS 20 Devin Marble was on board and tells how he walked around barefoot and felt the carpets 'squelch' Credit: © 2025 Netflix, Inc. 20 Some passengers continued to use the over-flowing toilets and even did their number twos in waste bins, leading to the entire ship smelling of faeces Credit: AFP 20 Crew member Abhi describes seeing what he described as a poop 'lasagne' in a bathroom Credit: © 2025 Netflix, Inc. Nobody was prepared for what happened next. The loss of power had left 4,000 passengers and crew with no refrigeration, air conditioning or sanitation. The giant cruise liner was effectively dead in the water and drifted powerlessly for four days in the Gulf of Mexico. As the toilets stopped working, it was left to straight-talking British cruise director Jen Baxter to break the news to passengers to do 'number ones' in the showers and 'number twos' in the red plastic bio-hazard bags. But some continued to use the over-flowing toilets and even did their number twos in waste bins, leading to the entire ship smelling of faeces. Our biggest concern was 'Is this a cruise line or is this the Titanic? What is the problem here?' Devin Marble The sewage system soon became overwhelmed and began leaking the excrement of thousands of people onto the floors and hallways. Devin recalls: 'It wasn't long at all before we started to smell stuff. "Everyday I would go out looking for a working bathroom. I used to go to the lower decks and the lower you go, the thicker the air gets, the more putrid the smell is. 'It was maybe two days into this when I was walking around barefoot, which you do on a cruise ship, and suddenly I felt the carpet squish, squish - and it doesn't rain inside. "Those moments I won't forget.' Meanwhile crew member Abhi describes seeing what he described as a poop "lasagne" in a bathroom - piles of excrement interspersed with layers of toilet paper - while the cafeteria floors were swimming in urine and faeces. 'Tent city' 20 The giant cruise liner was effectively dead in the water and drifted powerlessly for four days in the Gulf of Mexico, with passengers helplessly stranded on board Credit: SWNS 20 Passengers used their bed sheets to create tents and shelter from the sun Credit: SWNS 20 Makeshift tents lined the decks of the ship for days Credit: AP With the rancid stench and suffocating heat due to the lack of aircon, passengers dragged their mattresses from their cabins and set up a 'tent city' on the upper decks to escape the smell and soaring temperatures. The lack of refrigeration meant food soon ran low, and instead of five-course dinners the passengers were forced to survive on ham and cheese sandwiches. Devin Marble says: 'It was like more of a camping trip than we planned for. We were never without food, it is just that we went from eating lobster to cold cuts. 'The crew did a really good job of getting us supplies. One of the bigger challenges for me was that these types of crisis situations show people's true colours. It was maybe two days into this when I was walking around barefoot, which you do on a cruise ship, and suddenly I felt the carpet squish, squish - and it doesn't rain inside Devin Marble "So when you see people in line and they are leaving with five plates and you just think to yourself, 'I really hope you have a room full of kids and that is why you are taking five plates'.' In a bid to cheer up the desperate passengers, the crew made a bizarre decision - to open up a free bar for the night. 'This is when people's inhibitions really let loose,' says Devin. 'I think people just allowed themselves to panic. "We heard yelling, we heard disagreements. 'At the time we thought the bar was a great idea. We went and had drinks and played cards. But we weren't panicking. "In hindsight, probably not the best idea. The dehydration, the toilets were out, and alcohol makes you want to go to the toilet.' Cabin fever 20 People slept on deck for days during the ordeal Credit: SWNS 20 The lack of refrigeration meant food soon ran low, and instead of five-course dinners the passengers were forced to survive on ham and cheese sandwiches Credit: SWNS 20 Passengers spell out the word 'HELP' aboard the disabled Carnival Lines cruise ship Triumph Credit: AP 20 Help finally arrived on Valentine's Day, when tug boats ushered the floundering ship from the Gulf to a nearby port in Mobile, Alabama, miles away from the cruise's original docking point Credit: © 2025 Netflix, Inc. After days of ruined plans, rationed food and the desperate toilet situation, insanity started to creep in. Passengers made help signs, and drew on robes and bed sheets to document the disaster. And whenever they got internet connection they desperately called relatives and friends, or posted on social media to let the world know of the disaster unfolding at sea. 'We would go right to the edge and hold our phones out to any cruise liners coming by to try to get some of their WiFi,' says Devin. 'We would run around the ship to see if we can get roaming. Our primary goals were to get the message to our families and friends that we were safe, or call my work and tell them I'm not coming in tomorrow.' Help finally arrived on Valentine's Day, February 14. Tug boats ushered the floundering ship from the Gulf to a nearby port in Mobile, Alabama, miles away from the cruise's original docking point. And they sailed straight into a media frenzy. Devin recalls: 'I will never forget when we pulled in, there was a crowd of people, lights, flashbulbs. And when we walked down that ramp there were microphones, cameras, we were hit with a wall of media. 'And I will never forget the smell of a Happy Meal - it was great to see those golden arches. And a clean bathroom.' I will never forget the smell of a Happy Meal - it was great to see those golden arches. And a clean bathroom Devin Marble Some passengers decided to take legal action against the cruise company - but ended up with a steak reminder always to read the small print. Maritime lawyer Frank Spagnoletti, represented a number of passengers who took Carnival Cruise Line to court. 'This was something that was totally preventable, so we definitely had a good chance," he told the Netflix Poop Cruise documentary. "The problem is, you run into the ticket.' Carnival's lawyers insisted that those on board the ship had no right to sue in the wake of the disaster, citing that when people booked their holidays with Carnival Cruise Line, they accepted a clause in the terms and conditions that eerily predicted what unfolded on board. The ticket contract read: "[Carnival] makes absolutely no guarantee for safe passage, a seaworthy vessel, adequate and wholesome food, and sanitary and safe living conditions.' 20 One passenger declared she survived the 'red bag special' - a nod to the poop bags provided Credit: AP 20 Passengers made help signs, and drew on robes and bed sheets to document the disaster Credit: AP:Associated Press 20 Jubilant passengers celebrated with McDonald's Happy Meals Credit: AFP 20 A relieved passenger was pictured kissing the floor when they finally made it to dry land Credit: AFP Frank added: "It's amazing. I think if most people actually knew that existed at the time, they probably would never buy a ticket. I certainly wouldn't.' Carnival Triumph passengers received a refund, $500, transportation reimbursements, and a voucher for a free cruise. Despite the ticket clause, in 2015 a Florida judge awarded 27 passengers compensation of between $3000 and $15,000. Since the disaster, Carnival has changed their terms and conditions, removing the caveats about wholesome food, sanitary and safe living conditions, safe passage and a seaworthy vessel. Devin and his family decided not to bother with legal action and just to go back to their lives. 'They gave us a free cruise ticket, but we were like, thanks but no thanks,' he laughs. Carnival Triumph underwent a big refurb and as of 2019, it started sailing under a different name: Carnival Sunrise. It is still operating today around The Bahamas and the Caribbean. Trainwreck: Poop Cruise is streaming on Netflix now.
