Why You Should Think Twice Before Booking A Margaritaville Cruise
By Amanda Finn
VACATIONS
The Margaritaville party cruise is known for being one of the cheapest out there, with tickets ranging from $65 to $599. However, many reviews might deter you from this voyage.
A Business Insider review said the low fee is too much for what you get. Some added service concerns, poor food, booking issues, and unapproved charges on their cards.
Since launching in 2022, Margaritaville at Sea has had 44 customer complaints lodged with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). It is not a BBB-accredited business and has an F rating.
Safety is a major concern on cruise lines, but this one has seen the death of a crew member. There have also been two sexual assault allegations against crew members.
Margaritaville at Sea's Paradise ship failed a surprise CDC inspection in May 2024 with "65 different areas" of concern. Many have dubbed it the worst cruise in North America.