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TRUMP CRUISE VIDEO GOES VIRAL

Travel & Events

Introduction

A video has recently gone viral, garnering over 4 million views across various social media platforms, and it could potentially have negative repercussions for the cruise industry, particularly for Royal Caribbean. This surge in attention comes just days before the upcoming election.

In a recent video, Jordan and JJ from the cruise-focused YouTube channel JJ Cruz discussed a concerning incident that occurred on a river cruise. Viewers interested in that story can check their previous video. However, the current topic is a video that's causing a stir online, suggesting that Royal Caribbean is aligning itself with a specific political candidate.

This is not a political channel, and the JJ Cruz team emphasizes that cruising is often seen as a political respite—a chance to escape everyday stresses, connect with travelers from around the world, and enjoy a carefree vacation. Despite this, they felt compelled to discuss the recent viral video due to its intriguing and controversial content.

The video, which is gaining traction, features a scene from the Royal Promenade aboard the Harmony of the Seas, where numerous passengers raise their hands in unison during a cruise oath led by the cruise director. In typical fashion, the cruise oath invites attendees to promise to enjoy their voyage and not dwell on the challenges of real life.

However, what makes this video different is the audio playing in the background. A singer performs lyrics that are decidedly political, targeted at Vice President Kamala Harris, with references to the Trump campaign. The sentiment conveyed in the song is evident through its lyrics, contributing to the video's viral nature.

The audio has been traced back to a TikTok user, whose original song expresses a political agenda. The video's reach has been extensive, with it being shared over 33,000 times on TikTok alone, as well as appearing on platforms like Instagram and Facebook. Influential figures on X (formerly Twitter) have also shared it, fueling a surge in political discourse.

The response has been divided, with some praising the video while others express disbelief that Royal Caribbean allowed such a performance to occur aboard their ship. Surprisingly, Royal Caribbean has yet to issue any statement responding to the incident, leading viewers to question the company's stance on political expressions during cruises.

As a reminder, most cruise lines prefer to keep politics off their ships. For instance, Carnival has announced that it will not broadcast election coverage during the election season, emphasizing that politics is not part of the cruising experience.

Given the rapidly spreading nature of this video, it was deemed important to discuss its implications and the ongoing viral conversation.

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FAQ

What is the trending video about?
The video features a cruise oath on Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas, but it is overlaid with political lyrics concerning Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.

Why could this be bad for the cruise industry?
The video’s political nature could lead to controversy and customer backlash against Royal Caribbean for potentially appearing to endorse a political candidate.

What have cruise lines said about politics?
Cruise lines generally maintain a non-political environment onboard. Carnival announced they would not show election coverage on their ships.

Why is the video getting so much attention?
The combination of the cruise setting and political lyrics has sparked interest and debate, leading to the video's viral spread across social media platforms.

Has Royal Caribbean responded to the viral video?
As of now, Royal Caribbean has not issued any statement addressing the viral video or the events depicted in it.