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The cruise line industry is part of the broader travel and tourism industry, focused primarily on providing sea-based vacation experiences. Companies in the industry own and operate cruise ships in various destinations worldwide, offering a variety of itineraries and themed cruises. They also may provide other travel and vacation services. The big cruise line companies include Carnival Corp. and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

The cruise line industry has been severely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, related travel restrictions, and other social-distancing measures. Many cruise operators ceased ship operations for many months throughout the early portion of the pandemic. Now many lines have resumed the majority of their cruise operations and bookings have soared compared to 2019, before the pandemic. However, additional issues hamper the industry: cruise companies have struggled to hire back employees, which has led to cancellations and reduced on-board amenities.

All pure-play cruise line stocks available to U.S. investors are underperforming the broader market, having provided total returns below the -12.1% total return of the Russell 1000 Index over the past 12 months. There is no specific benchmark index for the cruise industry. The market performance number above and all statistics in the tables below are as of Oct. 4, 2022. Below, we look at the top three cruise line stocks with the best value, fastest growth, and best performance.

There are just four pure-play cruise line companies easily available to U.S. investors, but we look at them in our usual style. Because the entire industry has suffered losses in recent quarters, the value section below will be based on price-to-sales ratio rather than the usual price-to-earnings ratio (P/E Ratio) . Also, the revenue growth rates in the growth section further below are abnormally high because revenue in the most recent quarter is being compared to extremely low baseline levels in the year-ago quarter as a result of COVID-19 restrictions. Even relatively small absolute value changes in revenue have resulted in enormous percentage changes.

These are the cruise line stocks with the lowest 12-month trailing price-to-sales (P/S) ratio . For companies in early stages of development or industries suffering from major shocks, this can be substituted as a rough measure of a business's value. A business with higher sales could eventually produce more profit when it achieves (or returns to) profitability. The price-to-sales ratio shows how much you're paying for the stock for each dollar of sales generated.

Source: YCharts

• Carnival Corp.:  Carnival operates the world’s largest fleet of cruise ships. The company also owns travel-related properties such as hotels and vacation destinations. Carnival reported Q2 2022 financial results on Sept. 30. Its net loss narrowed sharply to $770 million from $2.8 billion in the prior year quarter as total revenue rose nearly eight-fold year-over-year ( YOY ). The company said it was benefiting from soaring bookings, with 95% of Carnival's capacity serving guests as of Sept. 30. The company said it expects eight of its nine cruise brands to have their full fleet serving guests by the end of the year.
• Lindblad Expeditions Holdings Inc.: Lindblad Expeditions owns and operates cruise ships and provides expedition cruising and travel services. The company offers both sea-based and land-based expeditions. Lindblad Expeditions released financial results for Q2 2022 on Aug. 2. Its net loss narrowed to $28.6 million compared to $35.7 million in Q2 2021. Total revenue surged nearly six-fold as the company ramped up service globally on all ten of its owned cruise ships.
• Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.: Norwegian Cruise Line operates a fleet of passenger cruise ships. In addition, the company offers itineraries and theme cruises. On Aug. 9, Norwegian Cruise Line released its Q2 2022 financial report. Its net loss shrank to $509.3 million from $717.8 million in the prior year quarter as revenue rose dramatically to $1.2 billion from $4.4 million in Q2 2021.

These are the cruise line stocks with the highest  year-over-year (YOY)  sales growth for the most recent quarter. Rising sales can help investors to identify companies that are able to grow revenue organically or through other means and to find growing companies that have not yet reached profitability. In addition, accounting factors that may not reflect the overall strength of the business can significantly influence  earnings per share (EPS) . However, sales growth can also prove potentially misleading about the strength of a business because growing sales on money-losing businesses can be harmful if the company has no plan to reach profitability.

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• Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.: See above for company description.
• Royal Caribbean Group:  Royal Caribbean Group, formerly known as Royal Caribbean Cruises, operates a fleet of vessels in the cruise vacation industry. On Aug. 30, Royal Caribbean announced that it will offer high-speed internet to passengers throughout its entire cruise fleet through SpaceX's Starlink, a high-speed internet service. The installation is scheduled to be completed by the end of Q1 2023 and is expected to sharply improve historically poor internet service while cruise vessels are at sea.
• Carnival Corp.:  See above for company description.

These are the cruise line stocks that had the smallest declines in total return over the past 12 months out of the companies we looked at.

• Lindblad Expeditions Holdings Inc.: See above for company description.
• Royal Caribbean Group.: See above for company description.

Shareholder Perks: A little-known benefit of holding cruise line stocks is that they offer shareholder perks. For instance, investors who hold at least 100 Carnival shares are entitled to a $250 onboard credit for cruises that are 14 days or longer, a $100 credit for cruises between 7 and 13 days, and a $50 credit for sailings of six days or less. Similarly, both Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line offer comparable shareholder benefits. To claim, investors need to provide their details and proof of ownership, such as a shareholder proxy card or a copy of a current brokerage statement.

Pent-Up Demand: Cruise line companies have seen a bounce back in demand as customers book cruises they had put on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic. This positions operators in the sector to boost profits in upcoming quarters since most have their fleets back at total capacity and removed COVID vaccination requirements. Carnival reported in June that its forward bookings were at the higher end of historical ranges, while Royal Caribbean said in July that 2023 bookings in all quarters are currently booked within historical ranges at record pricing. Moreover, Royal Caribbean expects to return to profitability in the third quarter of 2022. As a result, cruise line stock prices may be buoyed in the months ahead as investors bake in improving earnings.

High Debt Load: Cruise line companies racked up substantial debt over the past two years as they attempted to stay afloat during the pandemic. Carnival carried total debt of $36.39 billion at the end of the second quarter—more than a three-fold increase from $11.5 billion in 2019. Royal Caribbean's debt ballooned from $11.73 billion to $23.85 billion over the same period, while Norwegian Cruise Line's debt grew from $6.8 billion to $13.24 billion. With inflation leading to higher fuel costs and rising interest rates , these elevated debt levels will become increasingly difficult to service, increasing the risk of share price dilution through further capital raisings .

Future Pandemics: Cruise Line stocks sank during the pandemic, with the sector facing multiple challenges from bad publicity, no-sail orders, and a sluggish recovery. In the early stages of the health crisis, reports of major outbreaks spreading onboard put downward pressure on the group. Selling accelerated as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued and extended no-sail orders. Although forward bookings have bounced back in 2022, sales sit significantly below pre-pandemic levels. For example, both Carnival and Royal Caribbean reported respective revenue for the June quarter that came in at 42% and 22% below the corresponding period in 2019. These challenges remind investors that future pandemics remain a risk for cruise line stocks.

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These ETFs Give Excellent Exposure to the Cruise Line Industry

Cruise lines have been through the ringer, but investing in down stocks could mean heightened return upon recovery.

Dec. 23 2020, Updated 5:09 a.m. ET

The pandemic has hit the market hard, but the cruise industry has taken a particularly fervent beating. Cruise line stocks have been volatile over the course of 2020, but investing in individual stocks does bring more risk than a diversified fund.

However, investors can use ETFS that invest in cruise lines to boost capital into the industry without posing enormous risk. As Norwegian Cruise, Carnival Corporation, and Royal Caribbean continue to await their first post-pandemic voyage, baskets of stocks are working together to keep the sector afloat in the market.

Are there any cruise line ETFs?

There aren't any ETFs that are specific to cruise lines only, but there are plenty of ETFs that include major cruise companies in the mix.

In a basket of securities like an ETF, this is a good thing for a struggling industry as well as the investors who choose to put their capital at risk. After all, ETFs are more tax-efficient and they offer increased security when it comes to returns.

Cruise lines are in the 3X ETF

$HIBL — Jonah Lupton 🇺🇸 (@JonahLupton) November 9, 2020

The Direxion Daily S&P 500 High Beta Bull 3X Shares goes by "HIBL" on the NYSE ARCA. It's only been around since Nov. 2019, but this fund aims to outperform the S&P 500 High Beta index. More than 80 percent of the 3X ETF goes toward financial instrument assets, but the remainder is a diverse array.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. accounts for 0.24 percent of the 3X ETF. That actually puts Norwegian in fifth place as far as total net assets. They're beat only by Discover Financial Services, Tapestry Inc., Dreyfus Government Cash Management, and Financial Square Treasury Instruments (the last two have the highest holdings at 25.52 percent and 29.52 percent, respectively).

Check out this cruise line ETF from Vanguard

$VCR on my watchlist. Funding that bucket soon. — Rio♻️ (@tmc7o7) December 15, 2020

The main Vanguard ETF containing noteworthy cruise line securities is the Vanguard Consumer Discretionary ETF ("VCR"). VCR is basically the ETF version of VCDAX, Vanguard's discretionary index fund. The ETF has an 18.46 percent five-year return, but its expense ratio is rather low at 0.1 percent. 

Hotels, resorts, and cruise lines account for three percent of the ETF as of Nov. 30.

Norwegian Cruise Line ETFs are plentiful

Norwegian Cruise Line has found its way into at least 85 ETF baskets. Norwegian has the most exposure in the Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Consumer Discretionary ETF (or "RCD" on the ARCA), where it holds 2.05 percent. 

Other options include the iShares Morningstar Small Cap Value ETF (or "JKL" on the same exchange) and the Direxion Daily S&P 500 High Beta Bull 3X Shares.

There's no shortage of ETFs with Carnival Cruise Line holdings, either

*Ticker wrong. It’s $SFYF . — Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) July 1, 2020

Carnival Cruise Line has 110 ETF holdings. The stock's most prominent allocation can be found in the SoFi 50 ETF, or "SFYF" on the ARCA. There, it holds about 1.98 percent. 

Other ETFs include the iShares Evolved U.S. Media and Entertainment ETF ("IEME" on the BATS Exchange) and the Vanguard Small Cap Value Index Fund ETF ("VBR" on the ARCA).

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Carnival Cruise Line was established in 1972 and is the world's largest cruise line. A Carnival cruise is all about creating a fun, memorable vacation and their "Fun Ships" were designed to keep the fun going.

Celestyal Cruises offers cruises throughout Greece departing from Athens. They offer longer stays in many ports to provide true insights into the local regions.

Costa Cruises offers cruises to worldwide destinations including Europe, the Caribbean, Canada & New England, Dubai, South America, the Indian Ocean and the Far East. Cruising on Costa Cruises is Cruising Italian Style!

Disney Cruise Line knows how to make a cruise vacation a magical experience. A Disney cruise offers exceptional service, great itineraries and world class entertainment that only Disney can provide.

MSC welcomes you on board with their magnificent ships, European charm, and true Italian hospitality. MSC Cruises sail throughout Europe, the Caribbean, as well as South and Central America, and beyond.

Norwegian Cruise Line boasts the youngest fleet on the planet and the freedom of choice known as Freestyle Cruising®. Norwegian Cruise Line ships sail worldwide offering guests the ability to have the cruise vacation of their dreams.

Princess Cruise Line offers a vast array of cruises to worldwide destinations providing incredible adventures close to home and beyond. Their 16 ships, ranging in size from fewer than 700 guests to over 3,000 guests, offer an intimate and personal experience combined with a broad range of entertainment and dining options.

Sailing from the Caribbean to Alaska and from Europe to Australia Royal Caribbean's ships are some of the most innovative in the world. Their friendly and personal service offers an exceptional cruise experience for travelers of all ages.

Virgin Voyages offers exceptional value to beautiful destinations. Sail in unique style on Virgin's ships designed with your well-being in mind. You'll discover a great selection of amenities, including a fitness center, a spa, a tattoo parlor, exciting entertainment, a casino, stunning staterooms and suites.

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Azamara Cruises sail to over 187 ports in 58 countries on smaller, more intimate ships. Their destination rich itineraries offer travelers longer stays and more overnights creating a deep cultural understanding and a unique cruise experience.

Celebrity Cruises offers a sophisticated cruise experience with world-class dining, exceptional on-board service and unique worldwide itineraries. The Celebrity ships are chic and modern and consistently rank among the best in the world.

Holland America Line delivers a premium cruise experience on mid-sized ships that will exceed your expectations. Their award winning restaurants, elegant staterooms and outstanding service provide a timeless cruising experience.

Oceania Cruises are known for their highly acclaimed country club casual on-board cruise experience. Their five star dining, exceptional wines and handsomely appointed accommodations provide an oasis as you sail to unique ports worldwide.

Viking Ocean Cruises provides a luxury portal to visit the cities, meet the people, explore the cultures and savor the cuisine of the world. The beauty of small ship cruises is the opportunity to dock directly in the exotic smaller ports allowing for more time ashore. Tours and excursions include many private experiences, early entry and behind-the-curtain glimpses into events, museums and performances. With a selection of onboard cultural enrichment programs, Scandinavian-inspired spas, regional dining experiences, award-winning service and sumptuous decor guests will relish the voyage as well as the destinations. In addition a menu of inclusions ranges from one complimentary shore excursion in each port of call, included Wi-Fi, in-room infotainment, soft drinks, beer and wine with onboard meals, no charge for specialty coffees, teas, or bottled water, alternate restaurant dining and more.

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Crystal Cruises represents the ultimate in luxury cruising with exceptional service, spacious and contemporary staterooms, and the finest amenities. Dining on a Crystal Cruise offers inventive menus inspired by internationally acclaimed chefs.

Cunard ships feature the grandeur of the golden age of ocean liner travel. Cunard offers their guests a regal cruise experience combined with an airy, contemporary ambience, exceptional dining and luxurious amenities on itineraries worldwide.

Explora Journeys cruises provide unique and luxurious experiences on sophisticated and refined all-suite ships. These innovative ships boast a commitment to sustainability featuring environmentally supportive technologies. FREE amenities include prepaid gratuities, thermal spa access, unlimited fine beverages, complimentary WiFi, in-suite welcome bottle of champagne and sweet treats, to name a few. Sail with the expedition experts of Explora Journeys to some of the world’s most memorable destinations around the globe.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is the only luxury cruise line featuring an all suite, all inclusive cruise experience. The Regent ships offer over 119 itineraries worldwide sailing to over 300 ports. Sailing on a Regent Seven Seas cruise is luxury at its best.

Experience an all-inclusive and true luxury cruise experience as you sail on Scenic Luxury Cruises. You will be spoiled with a variety of amenities including complimentary gratuities, personal butler service, complimentary unlimited drinks, and complimentary excursions and more.

Consistently named as one of the best small ship cruise lines, Seabourn's yacht-like vessels are unmatched in elegance and grace. Their all-suite ultra-luxury ships offer cruises to over 300 itineraries worldwide.

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Riviera River Cruises offers exceptional cruises on more than 12 European rivers. Their comfortable world-class ships boast friendly, personal service, spectacular views and wonderful dining experiences and provide a cultural immersive experience.

Star Clippers' luxury sailing ships offer the amenities and atmosphere of a private yacht. Enjoy informal elegance and the finest culinary delights while sailing worldwide to ports untouched by most of the larger luxury cruise ships.

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Cruise Stocks To Sail Smoothly Into 2025: Analyst Sees 'Zero Signs Of Softening'

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• Royal Caribbean, Carnival, and Norwegian are leveraging strong booking trends and unique strategies to drive post-pandemic recovery.
• Inflationary pressures and rising costs pose challenges, but cruise stocks are well-positioned for long-term market share gains.

Cruise stocks are cruising in the fast lane, and according to analysts, the seas ahead look crystal clear. Royal Caribbean Group RCL , Carnival Corp CCL , and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd NCLH are poised for a strong setup in 2025, backed by rising demand and pricing power, according to JPMorgan analyst Matthew R. Boss .

‘Zero Signs’ Of Demand Softening For Cruise Lines

"Zero signs of softening in any lead indicator," said Boss after attending the Endless Summer Forum in Miami. That includes everything from booking curves to onboard spending – with Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line’s management confirming the industry's sturdy footing.

With nearly half of 2025's capacity already booked, cruises are setting sail much earlier than usual, extending bookings as far as 2027.

Royal Caribbean ‘In A Very Good Spot’

RCL is leading the charge. CFO Naftali Holtz stated, “We're in a very good spot,” citing how 70% of passengers make pre-cruise purchases, which translates to a significant onboard spending boost. The company is banking on long-term drivers, including the arrival of new ships like “Utopia of the Seas” and “Star of the Seas” to fuel further growth.

Carnival Prepares For Q3 Earnings

Meanwhile, Carnival is ready to ride the wave, with its third quarter earnings expected to get a lift from the continued surge in demand, particularly in Europe and Alaska.

The company remains optimistic about maintaining its pricing power, which remains about 25% lower than land-based alternatives – a strong selling point for thrifty travelers.

Norwegian’s Management Is ‘Very Confident’

Norwegian Cruise Line remains neutral in JPMorgan’s outlook but sees clear skies ahead. Management expressed "very confident" expectations of hitting a $300 million cost savings target, driven by initiatives such as optimizing fuel use and streamlining menus—all while keeping passengers satisfied.

Read Also: Norwegian Cruise Line Sails Into Troubled Waters As Financial Struggles, Bearish Trends Persist

As Royal Caribbean, Carnival, and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings navigate the post-pandemic recovery, each is showing unique strengths.

Royal Caribbean’s focus on new ship launches and immersive experiences, Carnival's strong booking trends and cost-efficiency strategies, and Norwegian's premium offerings suggest that all three are well-positioned to benefit from increasing consumer demand. The cruise industry, with its multi-generational appeal and rising demand, seems to be taking a larger slice of the $1.9 trillion global vacation pie.

However, challenges such as inflationary pressures and rising operational costs could impact profitability. Investors will need to weigh these factors as they consider which cruise line is best positioned to capitalize on the industry’s recovery and continue gaining market share.

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There are four main types (categories) of cabins: Inside cabins: These cabins are usually the lowest price. Typically they will have twin beds that convert to a queen size, a private bath with a shower, a closet for hanging clothes, a dresser and a television. These cabins do not have a window to let natural light in. To help give the occupants an impression of having a view, some inside cabins have a virtual view. That means there is a large screen that displays outside views. Expect to pay $100 to $200 a night for an inside cabin. Exception: Carnival has several cabins which are classified as inside cabins but actually have a french glass door which allows light into the room (no balcony, but the door can be opened). Carnival also has some cabins that have a window, but because the window has an obstructed view (that means there is a railing or object in the way) it is listed as an inside cabin. Royal Caribbean has some cabins that have a window but look out over an inside promenade area. These are called "promenade staterooms". Oceanview cabins: These cabins are like inside cabins but usually have a port hole or window. A window is much more desirable than a porthole because the porthole can be difficult to look through. Windows will vary in size and some cabins will even have full floor to ceiling windows. Most window sizes for oceanview cabins are about 4 feet by 3 feet. Be sure to read the cabin description carefully to determine if there is a different type of window. Windows can not be opened. Expect to pay $150 to $250 a night for an oceanview. Balcony cabins: These cabins are better, and more expensive, than oceanview cabins because they typically have full glass sliding doors that lead to a balcony. The balcony allows fresh air and light into the cabin and also may have additional chairs or loungers. Balconies tend to be separated by dividers which give some sense of privacy, but be aware that most balconies are not fully private and can be viewed from above or by the cabin next to you. Balconies on new Norwegian Cruise Line ships and Princess Cruise Line ships tend to be smaller and more narrow than balconies on other ships. We will list balcony size in the cabin description.  Carnival offers what is called a "Cove Balcony" on some of their ships. These balconies are very popular because they sit lower on the ship (closer to the water line). Expect to pay $200 to $400 a night for an balcony cabin. Suite: A suite is a premium cabin on a cruise ship. It is usually much larger than a balcony and includes more perks. Suites typically have a full bath tub, large shower, larger closets, larger balcony, larger TV, and butler services. Expect to pay $400 to over $1,000 a night for a suite.

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The Good Ship Murder is a 2023 British Detective Drama series starring Shayne Ward and Catherine Tyldesley . The show is produced by Clapperboard Studios and was originally broadcast by Channel 5 .

Jack Grayling is an ex-police officer who changed careers to become a singer on a cruise liner. Kate Woods is the first officer of that liner, a career-focused "ice queen" who uses True Crime stories to relax. When murders and other serious crimes happen during the liner's cruise, the two of them join forces to play detective...

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• Amateur Sleuth : Jack Grayling was once a police officer, but he's now left the force to become a singer on a cruise liner. It doesn't stop him getting drawn into the Mystery of the Week , of course. On the other hand, the liner's first officer Kate Woods is a true amateur sleuth, a fan of True Crime podcasts who's now testing her skills on real murders.
• Black Widow : Brenda Donnelly, the villain of "La Rochelle", arranged for her last husband's seemingly accidental death as part of an Insurance-Motivated Murder . After arranging a similar policy for latest husband Tony, she tries the same thing again. However, this time her hired killer gets the wrong man, and Jack and Kate intervene before her second attempt's successful .
• Chekhov's Gun : In "La Rochelle" Brenda and Tony upgrade to a larger cabin. Tony grumbles about the cost and mentions the jacuzzi, saying he doesn't expect to use it. Later in the episode Brenda drugs his drink and leaves him to drown in the jacuzzi .
• Death by Falling Over : In "La Rochelle", it's mentioned that Brenda's previous husband, Ray Weaver, died after a drunken Staircase Tumble on the same liner. He was actually drugged and pushed, as his killer wanted to Make It Look Like an Accident .
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• He Knows Too Much : In "La Rochelle", Jack and Kate realise that murder victim Nathan Graelish was a detective hired to investigate one of the passengers, and there's an assumption that he found something that led to his death. As it turns out, that's only partly true — Graelish was meeting the husband of Black Widow Brenda Donnelly to warn him that he was in danger, but was actually Murdered By Mistake when Brenda's accomplice attacked the wrong man .
• Idiosyncratic Episode Naming : The liner continues its Mediterranean cruise between episodes, and each season one episode is named after the location of that episode's crime, e.g. "La Rochelle", "Casablanca", "Malta" and "At Sea".
• Insurance-Motivated Murder : In "La Rochelle", it's revealed that Black Widow Brenda Donnelly arranged the seemingly accidental death of her previous husband, after taking out a sizeable life insurance policy. She tries it again with her current husband, but this time Jack and Kate's involvement means he's saved and she's arrested .
• Make It Look Like an Accident : In "La Rochelle", Ray Weaver's death, long before the story starts, was ruled accidental. He was actually poisoned by his wife, using drugs that made him appear drunk, then pushed down the stairs by her accomplice .
• Mistaken for Special Guest : In "La Rochelle", Beverley spots Nathan Graelish making notes and immediately assumes he's a mystery shopper who's been hired to report back on the cruise liner. He's actually a private detective who's keeping an eye on the Black Widow Brenda Donnelly, trying to prove she murdered her previous husband. It gets him killed .
• Murder by Mistake : In "La Rochelle", Brenda Donnelly hires Pascal Lavigne to kill her husband Tony. However, Pascal's never met him and a case of mistaken identity means that he kills the man Tony was meeting, detective Nathan Graelish, instead. He doesn't realise his mistake until he gets a good look at Nathan's face .
• Not the First Victim : "La Rochelle" starts with an investigation into the murder of detective Nathan Graelish, who was hired to investigate Brenda Donnelly after the death or Ray Weaver, her last husband. Ray's death appears to be accidental — he fell down the stairs while drunk — but Jack and Kate decide to revisit the evidence , discovering that it was murder after all .
• Revenge : In "La Rochelle", Maureen Weaver wants revenge on her former sister-in-law, Brenda Donnelly, as she believes Brenda killed her brother and made it look like an accident . When the detective Maureen hires to gather evidence is murdered, she takes the direct approach and tries to kill Brenda instead .
• Revisiting the Cold Case : "La Rochelle" starts with the murder of Nathan Graelish, a private detective who was investigating the death of Ray Weaver on a previous cruise, over a year earlier. Weaver's own death was ruled accidental, as he fell down stairs while drunk, but Jack takes a closer look at the evidence and realises that someone decided to Make It Look Like an Accident .
• Staircase Tumble : In "La Rochelle", it's mentioned that Brenda's previous husband, Ray Weaver, died after falling down the stairs while drunk . He was actually drugged and pushed, as his killer wanted to Make It Look Like an Accident .
• Tampering with Food and Drink : In "La Rochelle", Black Widow Brenda tries to murder Tony, her current husband, by drugging his drink and then leaving him to drown in the jacuzzi. It seems she did something similar to her last husband, who was drugged so that he appeared very drunk, then pushed down the stairs by her accomplice .
• Wrap-Up Song : When Jack's not solving crimes, he's singing as part of the liner's entertainment team. Each episode ends with a musical number as he delivers a performance to the passengers after The Summation .
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