House committee holds final impeachment hearing for DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

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• Editorial: Sending armed troops to quash peaceful campus protests is a dangerous idea
• House impeaches Alejandro Mayorkas in historic vote, punishing DHS chief over handling of U.S.-Mexico border
• GOP Sen. Kennedy: Democrats are sweeping this 'under the rug'
• GOP Sen. Kennedy asks to recess until 2004
• House Republicans send Mayorkas impeachment articles to the Senate, forcing trial
• Hearing on Impeachment Resolution Against Secretary Mayorkas, Part 2

The Senate trial process has begun, Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., announced. Then Schumer said that Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, would administer the oath to her. Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., objected to a timing agreement on debate and holding votes that Schumer proposed. "And by doing what we just did, we have, in effect, ignored the directions of the House, which were to have a trial," he continued.

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After he entered evidence into the record, Clymer moved for a vote on impeachment. Just hours earlier, Belknap had raced to the White House and begged Grant to accept his resignation, which the president did. The Senate voted 51-49, along party lines, against Sen. Ted Cruz's motion to go into closed session. Republican Leader Mitch McConnell called a vote to try to table it but that failed, on the third party-line vote of the afternoon. He called for the Senate to adjourn until Nov. 6, which is the day after the election.

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House impeaches Alejandro Mayorkas in historic vote, punishing DHS chief over handling of U.S.-Mexico border

The three Republicans who voted last week against impeachment stuck with their decision this week. The Department of Homeland Security has said Congress has never given the executive branch the resources and personnel needed to detain every migrant as required by federal immigration law. It also denied Mayorkas lied to lawmakers, pointing to how the department uses "operational control" internally. Tuesday’s outcome could provide lessons for both parties as the general election season nears and both the presidential contest and the race for control of the House are expected to turn, in large part, on the views of suburban voters. If there are too many absences, Republicans will consider delaying the vote — a risky move given the outcome of the New York special election could affect the vote total if it is delayed. Deeply reported insights into legislation, politics and policy from Sacramento, Washington and beyond.

GOP Sen. Kennedy: Democrats are sweeping this 'under the rug'

It was an effective start to what could otherwise be a new era of potentially crisis governing. House Republicans are expected to be lurching from one standoff to the next after last week's raucous speaker's race that showcased the challenges ahead as McCarthy confronts a rebellious majority as well as the limits of President Joe Biden's remaining agenda on Capitol Hill. Similarly the House passed a bi-partisan bill codifying same-sex marriage in July, worried that the right would not withstand the new conservative faction on the Supreme Court. The Senate pushed its vote to after the election concerned about getting the necessary Republican votes for it to pass.

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The truth invariably gets in the way of this bogus impeachment, but thankfully Republicans must still meet a high bar. But, of course, migrants, drugs and weapons have been illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border over the course of several presidential administrations. Even if the GOP-controlled House impeaches Mayorkas, it is highly unlikely that he would be convicted in a trial in the Senate, which has a Democratic majority and would require a vote of two-thirds of senators to remove him from office. Still, his impeachment would be historic, given that he would be the first Cabinet official to be impeached in almost 150 years.

GOP Sen. Kennedy asks to recess until 2004

Had they moved to a trial, Republicans still would have lacked the support of two-thirds of the Senate, which would have been needed to convict and remove Mayorkas from office. House Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana led a delegation of more than 60 Republicans to the border last week. He called the trip an "eye opener," saying they got a "first-hand look at the damage and chaos the border catastrophe is causing in all of our communities."

Monday saw a group of Republican and Democratic senators head to the southern U.S. border with Mexico as they try to develop an immigration overhaul to curb the flow of migrants. By a single vote, House Republicans impeached Mayorkas in February for his handling of the border. It was the first time in nearly 150 years that a cabinet secretary had been impeached. It’s no surprise considering Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Bakersfield) has been clamoring since last year for Mayorkas to resign or face impeachment proceedings. Articles of impeachment were filed in early January, but the GOP effort gained steam last week with a House Homeland Security committee hearing about the effect of U.S.-Mexico border policies.

They must lock up their phones in their respective party cloakrooms during the trial. Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., said he think this will be the end of the impeachment in the Senate, asking why there would be an incentive to go through with any future trials if Democrats dismiss this one. Mayorkas is the second Cabinet member to be impeached, but the first to still be in office.

House Republicans accuse Mayorkas and the Biden administration of disregarding federal laws on immigration and seek to make Mayorkas the second Cabinet official impeached in U.S. history. Tuesday’s hearing is another step toward a formal vote to impeach Mayorkas in the full House, which could come as soon as next week, a source close to the impeachment proceedings said. The first accuses him of “willfully and systemically” refusing to comply with federal immigration laws leading to “millions” entering the U.S. illegally. The second article says Mayorkas “breached the public trust” by making false statements to Congress and knowingly obstructing congressional oversight of the Homeland Security Department. The Senate voted that Schumer's point of order is well taken, meaning that it ruled that the first impeachment article is unconstitutional.

The House is now voting on a resolution to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. In a dramatic setback, House Republicans fail to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas after a few GOP lawmakers refused to go along. “Your false accusations do not rattle me and do not divert me” from public service, he wrote. Debate dragged into the night as Democrats tried and failed to amend the resolution. Democrats argue that Mayorkas is acting under his legal authorities at the department and that the criticisms against him do not rise to the level of impeachment. Julia Ainsley is homeland security correspondent for NBC News and covers the Department of Homeland Security and the Justice Department for the NBC News Investigative Unit.

The first impeachment article accuses Mayorkas of releasing migrants into the U.S. who should have been detained. The second article alleges he lied to lawmakers about whether the southern border was secure when he previously testified that his department had "operational control" of the border, and accuses Mayorkas of obstructing congressional oversight of his department. The House will bring back up articles of impeachment for Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Tuesday, according to the floor schedule, as House Majority Leader Steve Scalise is expected to return and deliver the necessary votes to get the effort over the finish line. With the Senate still narrowly held by Democrats, the divided Congress could still be a time of bipartisan deal-making.

It’s unclear if Republicans will have the support from their ranks to go through with the impeachment vote in the full House, especially with their slim majority and with Democrats expected to vote against it. Rep. Nick LaLota, a New York moderate, also plans to vote to impeach Mayorkas. The committee's 18 Republican members said in a statement after Thursday's hearing that they all supported impeaching Mayorkas.

The U.S.-Mexico border is a complex region not easily reduced to sound bites that sometimes turn out to be just myths — or convenient lies. "Rather than find ways to secure our border, Secretary Mayorkas has been busy enacting policies to make it easier to enter our country illegally," Bailey said, adding that states are "forced to bear the enormous cost of Secretary Mayorkas' failure." Republicans also accuse Mayorkas of improperly failing to detain migrants and improperly releasing migrants. A two-thirds majority would be needed to convict him in the Senate, which is virtually impossible given that Democrats have called the case against Mayorkas baseless.

The House’s proceedings against Mayorkas have created an oddly split-screen Capitol Hill, as the Senate works deliberately with the secretary on a bipartisan border security package that is now on life support. The impeachment articles come at the conclusion of a yearlong investigation of the situation at the southern border by Republicans on the Homeland Security Committee. "Secretary Mayorkas has testified before Congress more than any other Cabinet secretary," Thompson said. "His willingness to work with the committee has been a welcomed change from the Trump administration, whose official consistently refused to comply with congressional oversight." The Republicans have been here before, just over a decade ago, when the tea party class swept to the majority in 2011, booting Pelosi from the speaker's office and rushing into an era of hardball politics that shut down the government and threatened a federal debt default. But heading into Monday evening's voting on the rules package, at least two other Republicans raised objections about the backroom deals McCarthy had cut, leaving it unclear if there would be enough GOP support for passage.

The promise of a red wave receded late Tuesday with Democrats defying predictions and flipping several House, Senate and governor's races in places Republicans expected to claim their own. “It is beneath the dignity of the Senate to entertain this nakedly partisan exercise,” Schumer said in a floor speech opening Wednesday’s session. However, Republicans made it clear they are not looking for solutions, especially those with which they disagree. North Carolina Republican Rep. Dan Bishop, visibly agitated, chided Bier for advocating for open borders. Next up was Arizona’s Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb, a possible Republican contender for the U.S. He attested to a massive increase in fentanyl seizures since 2018, and in traffic stops for human smuggling and trafficking, though he noted most drivers are predominantly American.

When confronted by Republicans in congressional hearings, Mayorkas has maintained that the U.S. does have operational control of the country’s borders — a stance that has only further enraged critics and further fueled calls for impeachment, with Republicans accusing him of lying to Congress. WASHINGTON — Members of the House Homeland Security Committee are meeting Tuesday to discuss the Republican-led impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. "For the sake of the Senate's integrity, and to protect impeachment for those rare cases we truly need it, senators should dismiss today's charges," he said on the floor. Talks to get an agreement on how long senators will debate the impeachment and a deal on a number of votes on points of order were blocked last night after Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., objected to the proposal, a Senate source said. In January 2021, 45 Senate Republicans voted to dismiss Donald Trump’s Jan. 6-related impeachment without a trial. That trial only occurred because they lacked the majority vote needed to block it, with five Republicans joining all Democrats against dismissing it.

House Republicans advance impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas

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• Tighten Voting Laws
• The next vote could be on Schumer's point of order, which could kill first article of impeachment
• Trial will have a 'Wild West' feeling with no strict process
• What to know about the New York special election that risks the GOP's slim House majority
• Senate votes against adjourning the trial until April 30
• Potential absences loom over renewed effort to impeach Mayorkas

All 100 senators will be sworn in as jurors in Mayorkas’ impeachment trial beginning at 1 p.m. “History will not look kindly on House Republicans for their blatant act of unconstitutional partisanship that has targeted an honorable public servant in order to play petty political games,” he said in a statement. House Republicans muscled through a vote to impeach Mayorkas over his handling of the border on Feb. 13, exactly one week after their first attempt to impeach him collapsed spectacularly on the floor. At an unrelated event in New York today, Mayorkas mostly skirted questions on the articles of impeachment against him.

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Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey accused Mayorkas of facilitating an "orchestrated lack of enforcement" of the country's immigration laws, which he said has led to the impeachment proceedings. Romney wouldn’t say whether he’d support a vote to table or dismiss the impeachment articles from the outset of the trial, saying he wanted to look at the legal process. “But I think there’s no question but that this is not going to result in a conviction, because the test of a high crime or misdemeanor being committed has not been alleged, and as a result of that, there will not be a conviction,” he said. "That’s why it’s so wild to me that he is such a subject of animosity for House Republicans because, in the Senate, he seems to have a decent amount of credibility, notwithstanding legitimate disagreements Senate Republicans have with Biden’s immigration policy." In the end, Sen. Eric Schmitt’s objection to allowing for debate and procedural votes ahead of the Democrats’ motions to dispense with the two articles of impeachment precluded Republicans from putting Democrats in a tough spot with substantive votes.

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Capitol to present the articles of impeachment to the Senate, which they read aloud on the Senate floor. While a majority of senators voted against Belknap on all five articles, the Senate didn’t reach the two-thirds threshold necessary for conviction on any of them. Tester is up for re-election in red Montana in November and voted with all other Democrats to dismiss the impeachment articles against Mayorkas.

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Last month, Republicans unveiled two articles of impeachment against Mayorkas after speeding through impeachment proceedings. Republicans assert Mayorkas should be charged with high crimes and misdemeanors for not enforcing immigration laws. They've focused much of their arguments on the failure to detain all migrants while they await court proceedings. The vote on two articles of impeachment was 214 in favor to 213 opposed, with three Republicans voting with all Democrats against impeachment. Washington — The House voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Tuesday over his handling of the U.S.-Mexico border, with Republicans issuing the chamber's harshest constitutional punishment against a Cabinet secretary for just the second time in U.S. history.

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Central to the package is the provision the conservative Freedom Caucus wanted that reinstates a longstanding rule that allows any one lawmaker make a motion to “vacate the chair” — a vote to oust the speaker. Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi had done away with the rule when Democrats took charge in 2019 because conservatives had held it over past Republican speakers as a threat. With sky-high ambitions for a hard-right conservative agenda but only a narrow hold on the majority, which enables just a few holdouts to halt proceedings, the Republicans are rushing headlong into an uncertain, volatile start of the new session. They want to investigate Biden, slash federal spending and beef up competition with China. If Republicans do want to highlight what they see as immigration policy failures, they could add funds to the Department of Homeland Security appropriation to finish the wall on the U.S.-Mexico border, former President Donald Trump’s answer to migration into the United States.

In Pennsylvania, Democrat John Fetterman defeated Dr. Mehmet Oz and flipped a Republican-controlled Senate seat that's key to the party’s hopes of maintaining control of the chamber. Senator Ron Johnson, R-Wis., narrowly won re-election in a tight race in battleground Wisconsin. "Today's decision by the Senate to reject House Republicans' baseless attacks on Secretary Mayorkas proves definitively that there was no evidence or Constitutional grounds to justify impeachment," said Department of Homeland Security spokesperson Mia Ehrenberg.

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Except that her sons died in July 2020 during the Trump administration and several months before President Biden appointed Mayorkas. Asked about the factual inconsistency, a spokesman for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), who sits on the Homeland Security committee, told CNN reporter Daniel Dale in colorful language that, essentially, facts are irrelevant in this case. Greene's resolution accused Mayorkas of violating federal law and the Constitution by failing to "maintain operational control of the border" and prevent an "invasion." The attorneys general railed against Mayorkas' leadership on Wednesday, testifying that the situation has grown dire in their states under the secretary's tenure, attributing local drug and trafficking incidents to the flow of migrants at the southern border. Thompson said House Republicans are pushing the impeachment inquiry "to distract from their own failures," while highlighting that some are opposing funding for the border in the White House's supplemental funding request despite their push to enhance border security.

Those members promise more open and free-flowing debates and are insisting on 72 hours to read legislation ahead of votes. As McCarthy gaveled open the House on Monday as the new speaker, the Republicans launched debate on the Rules package, a hard-fought 55-page document that McCarthy negotiated with conservative holdouts to win over their votes to make him House speaker. Republicans might introduce legislation that would curb practices they claim lead to voter fraud, tightening rules on voter IDs, curbs on the number of days of early voting, restrictions on absentee voting and mandatory post-election audits. He said Mayorkas was "probably the least effective and I think most dangerous, in terms of his policy implementations, of any cabinet secretary in the history of the United States." Johnson predicted there would be a "reckoning" over the border issue in the November election. Had the Senate moved to an impeachment trial, it would have been the third time in five years. Trump was impeached twice during his presidency, first over his dealings with Ukraine and later over his involvement in the January 6 assault on the US Capitol.

When the House impeached William Belknap in 1876, he had resigned as war secretary just hours earlier. The vote on adjourning until April 30 failed as well, also on a party-line vote. He called for the Senate to then vote on tabling Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's point of order. On another party-line vote, Kennedy's corrected motion to adjourn until May 1, 2024, was rejected by the Senate. The second article impeached Mayorkas on breach of trust, charging him with lying to Congress about how secure the border is. Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., said that the House's impeachment of Mayorkas was political and that it would have set a worse precedent to move forward with a trial.

"In my humble opinion, Mr. Mayorkas' border policy is partially responsible for my daughter's death," Josephine Dunn, who testified about her daughter's death from fentanyl poisoning, said. "His wide open border policy allows massive quantities of poisonous fentanyl into our country." DHS said Mayorkas has testified before Congress 27 times in less than three years. The committee has also not communicated with the department in the last week about alternate dates for Mayorkas to testify, a spokesperson said. "This hearing is about the human costs of Secretary Mayorkas' egregious misconduct and failure to fulfill his oath of office," said GOP Rep. Mark Green of Tennessee, the committee's chairman.

The House vote to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas failed on February 6, a stunning blow to House Republicans who had pushed the effort as a key political goal. President Joe Biden's Homeland Security secretary is accused of committing high crimes and misdemeanors in his handling of the southern border, even though constitutional experts have said the evidence does not reach that high bar. House Republicans claim Mayorkas has committed high crimes and misdemeanors for his handling of the southern border, even though several constitutional experts have said the evidence does not reach that high bar.

Washington — House Republicans moved forward with their effort to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for his handling of the situation along the U.S.-Mexico border, holding their first hearing on the matter Wednesday. Some moderate Republicans said Tuesday that they support impeaching Mayorkas. And I would say there’s so many laws on the books that he could enact or enforce, and he does not,” Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., said.

And indeed they have done just that starting with the wasteful and pointless exercise of gathering evidence to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for his supposed mismanagement of U.S. border strategy. "There is nothing I take more seriously than our responsibility to uphold the law," Mayorkas said, later adding that "the majority of all migrants encountered at the Southwest border throughout this administration have been removed, returned or expelled — a majority of them." During a visit to the border on Monday, Mayorkas called on Congress to take action to fix the nation's immigration system and said accusations that he has not enforced the nation's laws "could not be further from the truth." "Our investigation made clear that this crisis finds its foundation in Secretary Mayorkas' decision-making and refusal to enforce the laws passed by Congress, and that his failure to fulfill his oath of office demands accountability," he said in a statement announcing the hearing. Frank Bowman, a professor at the University of Missouri's law school, appeared before the committee at the invitation of Democratic members. He stressed that impeachment "is not supposed to be a routine tool to resolve ordinary public policy debates."

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They also have a copy of the resolution that named the House impeachment managers. Sens. John Thune, R-S.D., and John Cornyn, R-Texas, were spotted speaking with Murkowski during the quorum call earlier. Murkowski has never shared how she plans to vote on a possible motion to dismiss or table the articles with reporters. Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., has forced a vote to table Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's motion to declare the second impeachment article unconstitutional. The Senate voted that Schumer's point of order to rule the second impeachment article is unconstitutional was well taken.

Opening an impeachment investigation into a Cabinet member of the opposing party has become especially common in the past two decades. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., said on the Senate floor that tabling the articles "would mean declining to discharge our duties as jurors. It would mean running both from our fundamental responsibility and from the glaring truth of the record-breaking crisis at our southern border." Republicans, however, are expected to object to this, and then the Senate will enter an unstructured process, where Schumer would likely move to immediately table one of the articles.

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There are also insurance plans that offer trip reimbursement if a destination on your itinerary is under a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration-issued hurricane alert or warning. A comprehensive travel insurance plan will package additional benefits such as travel delay insurance, baggage insurance and missed connection travel insurance. Buying cruise insurance within the first two weeks or so of making your first trip deposit also qualifies you for additional coverage.

If it doesn’t, ask about an adventure sports add-on, or consider a company such as World Nomads that caters to the adventurous traveler. U.S. health plans may have very limited or no coverage when you’re outside the U.S. And Medicare doesn’t cover medical care outside the U.S., with only very narrow exceptions. Securing the best cruise insurance isn't just about finding the best price; it's about ensuring it covers all your potential needs.

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Plans are not one-size-fits-all, as the price and conditions will vary, but generally travelers can expect to pay 4% - 10% of their total, nonrefundable trip costs. It’s generally best to purchase cruise insurance as soon as possible after making your initial trip deposit — when you have money on the line. The sooner you purchase cruise insurance, the sooner you’re covered for trip cancellations.

AXA Assistance offers three travel insurance plans that you can purchase to protect your cruise. If you are planning sporting or leisurely activities, the Platinum Plan includes daily coverages for lost skier days, lost golf rounds and sporting equipment rentals. In this article, we’ll provide comprehensive information on our top picks for cruise insurance plans. We’ll also detail what to look for in a cruise insurance policy, average costs and whether coverage is worth considering. TravelInsurance.com helps you compare plans from the world's leading travel insurance providers.

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Compare top plans and providers to find the right travel insurance for your unique trip. InsureMyTrip recommends that cruisers compare coverage with a travel insurance comparison website before choosing a plan offered by their cruise line. Additionally, you shouldn’t expect your U.S.-based health insurance plan to cover you on your cruise, especially if you’re on an international cruise. And it’s exceptionally expensive if you need to be evacuated for a medical condition.

You don’t need a travel insurance plan that’s specifically for cruises. Any good travel insurance plan with generous medical benefits and the other benefits you want can work well for a cruise. For example, you could make a “cancel for any reason” claim if you’re worried about being seasick—a reason not covered by standard trip cancellation insurance. Buy this coverage shortly after you make your first trip deposit or the purchase window for it will close. The coverage limits on AXA's policies are on the higher end compared to other providers.

Different plans and options are available for various concerns and coverages that you may need. It can be hard to know where to begin when searching for a travel insurance policy. There are many different variables involved in the quote process and insurance carriers offer a variety of plans and coverage levels to choose from. No one should go through this process uninformed and without an easy way of navigating the world of trip insurance. Standalone travel insurance policies can be purchased to cover one person or a family for a specific trip or multiple trips within a period of time. These policies are available at a variety of price points to meet a traveler's budget.

Nationwide cruise insurance covers COVID-19, assuming it falls within the other terms of the policy. If you catch COVID-19 on board the ship, for example, your policy covers a doctor’s services, lab tests, hospitalization if necessary and medications. Due to the unique nature of traveling by cruise ship, travel insurance is strongly recommended for all travelers. Depending on the plan, cruise travel insurance can protect against missed connections, an emergency evacuation, unexpected medical issues, baggage loss, and more. Losing personal documents, such as passports, is indeed a possibility when on a cruise.

January 12, 2024 — With wave season upon us, cruise lines brace themselves for a potentially record-breaking year on the high seas. New data from Squaremouth, the nation’s leading travel insurance marketplace, reveals that the cruise industry is poised to make... No matter what coverages you are interested in, our licensed representatives are available to help you identify the right policy, read the fine print and review any exclusions before you purchase a policy. When you are planning a cruise, you have specific travel needs that are different from a traditional traveler – for obvious reasons.

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• Dolphins & Blue Angels Sail
• Kayak Adventure Sail
• Benefits of sunset sailing in Orange Beach along Alabama's Gulf Shores
• Cruise WithA Captain
• Sailing Orange Beach, Perdido Key and Gulf Shores, Alabama

She is a 45’ Sea Ray Express Bridge that can accommodate a medium sized party on one of her cruises. The Southern Belle offers a truly luxurious experience that will leave you with memories that you will never forget. Whether you want to lounge on her bow or celebrate with your family, she is a vessel that will show you a good time.

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If you bring your own drinks, please bring them in a SOFT-SIDED cooler. We have a cooler onboard for your convenience if you need one. Book your sunset sail in Orange Beach, AL, and daytime sailing charters online today. Your six-hour sail begins in Orange Beach, where you’ll board your morning dolphin cruise for a picturesque sail to Pensacola, Florida waters.

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On the way, bask in the sun or relax in the shade while watching for dolphins and other wildlife in the warm gulf waters. Complimentary beverages and fresh fruit will be available throughout the sail to keep you cool and refreshed. From time to time, we all experience hectic lifestyles and jobs. Being in a relationship, getting married, raising children, paying bills and working long hours are all things we have experienced at one time or another. We all remember when times were simple and things that once mattered, now do not.

Benefits of sunset sailing in Orange Beach along Alabama's Gulf Shores

There's a new world to explore in the beautiful turquoise water of the Gulf. Take learning out of the classroom and get up close with wildlife when you're learning on the water. Start your day with fresh fruit and pastries when you board the boat. Two bathrooms are on board for your convenience We can reccomend destinations or you can custom tailor your own trip. Lunch can be catered on board, or at the waterfront restaurant of your choice. The Southern Belle is the only luxury cruise yacht in Orange Beach, AL.

Dolphins Down Under "Glass Bottom Dolphin Tours"

Swimming, floating, or playing, it's all your day. A picnic lunch can be added to your cruise, or you may choose to grill your own lunch. Since 2011, Surf's Up has been offering affordable family fun. We work hard to provide a memorable experience that will... Give the gift of adventure with our personalized eGift cards for use on a future sailing. The Wharf has a lot of events going on at all times, enabling you to experience other activities before or after your chosen cruise.

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Are you looking for a chance to spend some time hanging out with the guys, getting some sun, and being active? Get your friends together and charter a boat for an Orange Beach fishing trip. Get out on the water with an experienced guide who will know exactly where to go and what to do to find the fish.

They know how to locate the dolphins very quickly and we were able to watch them for quite some time. It was a great experience and I would recommend to anyone wanting to see the dolphins and nature. All day and overnight adventures give you time to relax and take in the beautiful coastline. This is the only dinner cruise in Mobile providing an entertaining and unique way to enjoy our beautiful scenic waterway... Whether you want to party with friends or take a romantic private cruise with your significant other, the Southern Belle’s crew will be happy to accommodate you. He was very knowledgeable and had lots of experience.

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Pack for the day, choose from a wide selection of fishing expeditions and make the most of the region's long fishing season. This enjoyable nature cruise in Orange Beach provides fantastic fun for the whole family. Sailors of all ages will love navigating our nature scenes as you watch for wildlife and learn about our waterways. There’s always catch-and-release fishing, and swimming is available at your Captain’s discretion (sea state permitting).

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Our sailboat is the only sailing vessel that offers a full service cocktail bar onboard in Orange Beach, Alabama. Have you ever experienced a sailing adventure aboard a two-hull sailboat? Two hulls provide stability for a smooth ride without leaning to one side. Come enjoy a two-hour sailing cruise at sunset or a day sail aboard the Cetacean, a 52-foot Hawaiian catamaran.

An excellent way to unwind after a long day on the beach. The Southern Belle is equipped with a galley, wet bar, BBQ grill, and ice maker so that you can enjoy delicious cuisine and beverages during your cruise. She also boasts two bathrooms, two staterooms, an air-conditioned cabin, and a Bluetooth stereo system to create a comfortable atmosphere. The most beautiful white sandy beaches are located on the Alabama Gulf Coast.

Whether you choose a family day cruise or a relaxing sunset sail, you will not be disappointed. Back bay sailing is a top ten thing to do while on vacation. Sit back and relax to the soothing sounds of the breeze in the sails and the water beneath you. What’s better than cruising through the waters of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, AL while watching the amazing dolphins jump through the waves? Sign up for one of our sunset cruises and enjoy a one-of-a-kind dolphin watch tour while the sun goes down. Our sunset cruises at Dolphin Cruises Aboard the Cold Mil Fleet provide a unique experience that is sure to leave a lasting memory for the entire family.

Upon our arrival to Pensacola, we’ll find the best front-row seat for watching the fantastic flights as they soar overhead. A light lunch is served at anchor while you are entertained by the mind-bending displays of flight precision. After the show, a stunning sail back to Orange Beach is the only way to end your outstanding adventure with the Blue Angels. Orange Beach Sailing Charters offers several different trips to meet your needs. All Sailob tours have six maximum passengers.

You can have it all when you plan a dolphin or dinner. The Explorer is fully loaded and can move efficiently through as little as two feet of water. There is a bathroom on board for your comfort and half of the boat is covered from the sun for shade. The open bow is perfect for walking around and taking photos. And, our captain routinely invites our junior passengers to take a turn driving the boat. Our dedicated crew will educate and entertain you and your family through the entire cruise.

Sunset sailing charters in Orange Beach is a way to step back in time. Sailing offers those of us with the most hectic lives, a chance to relax, rejuvenate and unwind. Having a chance to enjoy something that is so pristine as a sunset sail, will make you leave all of the headaches behind. This great value includes water, soft drinks & snacks.

This was our first private sailboat ride in Orange Beach Al. Captain Randy showed us some of the most valuable properties in Alabama. And we highly recommend This sailboat experience.

New Disney Cruise Line Sequined Ear Headband and Dooney & Bourke Bags Available on shopDisney WDW News Today

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• Cruise Minnie Ears, Boat Mickey Ears, Line Mouse Ears Headband, Nautical Mouse Ears, Cruise Mouse Ears
• Grab the Namor Ear Headband here!
• Minnie Ear Collectors
• Disney Cruise Line Disney Dream Sorcerer Mickey Ears
• Get the Snow White ears here!

You can pick up the Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Main Attraction ears online now. This purple hat has silver sequin ears and “Disney 100” with Mickey and Minnie on the front. These beautiful ears bring the forest to life and have Bambi and Thumper on the red bow in the middle.

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The ears feature an allover blue satin with the Disney Dream Printed on one side and Sorcerer Mickey on the other with a gold trim along the edge. The ears are made from a golden faux leather and are embossed with the Disney Cruise Line logo. The gold-on-gold pattern of these ears looks fabulous and very luxurious! The bow is a rich navy blue that features a golden rope pattern.

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Found something you love but want to make it even more uniquely you? Many sellers on Etsy offer personalized, made-to-order items. These new Disney Cruise Line ears are perfect for any Disney Fashionista who loves the classic style of the Disney Cruise ships and wants to add a touch of shine to their look. These gloriously golden ears are currently available on the Disney Fantasy and should be making their way to other ships very soon.

Cruise Minnie Ears, Boat Mickey Ears, Line Mouse Ears Headband, Nautical Mouse Ears, Cruise Mouse Ears

You’ll also find three interior slip pockets (including a cell phone pocket.) There’s also an interior keyhook, goldtone hardware and adjustable detachable shoulder strap. This new Crislu jewelry set includes a necklace and a pair of earrings. The necklace has a silver chain with two blue jewels and a ship’s steering wheel at the center. The two earrings meanwhile have blue stylized Disney Cruise Line emblems with silver Mickey Mouse insignias at the center, similar to the actual logo for the Disney Cruise Line. The Disney Cruise Line Disney Dream Sorcerer Mickey Ears were released on the Disney Dream starting in early September 2023. The ears are part of the Disney Cruise Line collection with a different pair available on each ship.

It will feel like you’re on vacation everywhere you go with this Disney Cruise Line satchel by Dooney & Bourke. The colorful allover print on this versatile coated cotton bag pictures Mickey, Minnie and their friends enjoying the delights of their DCL getaway set against an ocean of inviting blues. The Dooney & Bourke bags will feel like you’re on vacation everywhere you go.

The two ears have no designs and are simply an iridescent aqua blue. Click here to see more cruise mickey ears with free shipping included. The headband is satin covered with an embroidered Disney Cruise Line logo on the band.

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For the latest Disney Parks news and info, follow WDW News Today on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Will you be using any of these bags or wearing the ears on your next Disney Cruise? Well we’ve got some fantastic news- Disney Packages are currently available to book through the end of 2022! That gives you plenty of time to plan that magical getaway and I’m here to help.

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The colorful allover print on this coated cotton bag pictures Mickey, Minnie and their friends enjoying the delights of their DCL getaway set against an ocean of inviting blues. The sun never sets on the good times when wearing this ombre ear headband with shimmering sequined bow plus Minnie and Mickey in cruise line attire. ShopDisney just added the 25th Anniversary Shimmering Seas Loungefly shimmering iridescent mouse ear headband to the online store. The crossbody bag features genuine leather finishings, zip top closure pulls, exterior zip pocket with braided leather pull and an interior zip pocket.

And finally, this pair features Mickey and Minnie in their summer outfits ready to enjoy their vacation. The bow is a combination of blue and yellow hues with sequins for some extra sparkle. These gold and black ears have the 50th Anniversary logo in the middle, as well as many different Disney characters in their 50th Anniversary forms in an allover print. Whether you’re sailing away on a Disney Cruise or not, you can still grab some cruise-inspired ears and Dooney & Bourke bags now on shopDisney.com. Your order should arrive by this date if you buy today.

And that’s all the Minnie ears available online right now! Head to shopDisney and place your order if you like any of these ears because you never know when one or more might sell out. We’ll keep an eye out for more new ears and we’ll continue to update this post. These embroidered ears are perfect for dapper days in the parks, or special events with their elegant look.

The Pandora charm set for the Disney Cruise Line 25th Anniversary comes in a special box with the 25th logo on the side. A Disney | Loungefly plaque is attached to the left-hand side of the ears. Over on our store page, we have a summary of the Disney Cruise Line merchandise currently available from shopDisney. If these ears aren’t quite your style, check out the cute beach ball ears you can get if your Disney Cruise stops at Castaway Cay. From handmade pieces to vintage treasures ready to be loved again, Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. It’s also home to a whole host of one-of-a-kind items made with love and extraordinary care.

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• Best 3-Day & 4-Day Cruises
• Cruises to Nowhere
• View All 3-Day & 4-Day Cruises
• Top 10 Cruises to Norfolk, Virginia
• Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises
• Featured Ports of Call

The Norfolk Botanical Garden offers a respite for nature-lovers with walking paths and trams that wind through various types of lavish gardens. Just a 25-minute drive from Norfolk lies Virginia Beach, a large public beach with a boardwalk, restaurants and endearing atmosphere. Although Norfolk is a popular “drive to” port, if you need to fly into the area the cruise ship dock isn’t far from Norfolk International Airport (ORF). It takes about 20 minutes for a taxi to drive the 10 miles to Nauticus in Norfolk, where the cruise terminal is located.

Best 3-Day & 4-Day Cruises

A cruise to Norfolk brings guests to a vibrant waterfront full of lively restaurants and shopping districts, along with historic sites and monuments. Tour USS Wisconsin and get to know this impressive battleship that earned five battle stars during WW II. Nauticus, a nearby maritime discovery center, tells the story of the industry and military with interactive exhibits. Or visit the Naval Station Norfolk and see its impressive buildings and ships. Other attractions include the Chrysler Museum of Art, an attractive museum with more than 30,000 works.

Cruises to Nowhere

Royal Caribbean has moved some cruises from Baltimore to Norfolk due to the Key Bridge disaster.

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If you live in the Mid-Atlantic area, might we suggest one of our cruises from Norfolk? Set sail, as thousands of seafaring Americans have, when you book a Carnival cruise from the 400-year-old seaport of Norfolk. The city is today the proud home of a sparkling waterfront filled with green parks, lively shopping malls, delicious restaurants… and even fascinating maritime museums and monuments. Before you cruise from Norfolk, you’ll find yourself near two colonial villages — Colonial Williamsburg and Olde Towne Portsmouth — plus miles of beaches, and a blooming botanical garden. So definitely make time to explore before your cruise from Virginia, and round out your vacation with some history and picturesque sightseeing.

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The full schedule of Carnival cruises out of Norfolk is below. Cruises to nowhere include all the fun of a cruise without big expense or a long time commitment. Pools, a spa, casino, bars, lounges and more food than you can imagine are available on-board. Writer Ernest Hemingway lived here in the 1930s and his Spanish colonial-style mansion is now a museum. Look out for the six-toed cats that roam the tropical gardens.

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Cruises from Norfolk also come with serious seafaring credentials — the city is home to one of the best maritime academies in the country. A Cruise-To-Nowhere is the perfect getaway for a couple of days. The ships sail out into the ocean and back without stopping at any other ports. A cruise to nowhere is an excellent introduction to cruising for first-time cruise passengers. Norfolk, Virginia is a 400-year-old seaport that is home to one of the best maritime schools in the country and one of the most extensive naval bases in the world.

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The following cruises have been moved from Baltimore to Norfolk due to the Key Bridge disaster, including a rare Transatlantic repositioning cruise to Spain. If other cruises are moved, we will post the information when it becomes available. Some cruise lines have "weekend cruises" that are two-night trips. For the first time ever, we’re taking you to one of the Caribbean’s most exclusive islands, Perfect Day at CocoCay. Royal Caribbean’s award-winning private island destination combines the best of beachside bliss and sun-soaked excitement.

With an overwhelming world of choices, we understand you may need some personal assistance to plan your perfect vacation. From finding the right destination to choosing the best departure date, we're here to help. Plus, our experienced travel consultants have access to exclusive vacation deals to make sure you get the best value for your time and money. Glass Light Hotel & Gallery offers guests deluxe accommodations for one night and valet parking for $20 each night for one vehicle for the duration of your cruise in the Boush Street Parking Garage.

Various seasonal cruise ships depart from Norfolk, Virginia. As a cruise port, Norfolk is the departure point for Carnival cruise ships sailing to the the Bahamas, Bermuda or the Caribbean islands. However, please be aware that only a few select dates are available for cruises from Norfolk. With that said, it's advised to check availability and reserve your cruise from Norfolk as soon as possible considering the limited amount of sailings available from this cruise port.

Parking is available at the cruise terminal for $15.00 per day (rates subject to change by Port Authority). Those who have experienced Norfolk will insist upon a pre- or post-cruise stay in Virginia’s second largest city. The area is packed with things to do and sites to see, for all different types of pre-cruise vacationers.

Rates are available the day prior to embarkation from Cruise Norfolk. Everything the sunlight touches on Carnival Sunshine has been doused with an extra dose of fun. There's plenty to find atop this ship, where you can spend your days being kissed by the warm rays of the sun. Visit the biggest Serenity area ever, featuring three decks, plenty of recliners... Carnival WaterWorks™, our onboard waterpark, doesn't just deliver the favorites...

Deciding to spend additional time in Virginia before or after a cruise is a great way to extend your vacation! Whether you stay in Norfolk or venture a bit further, you have a myriad of vacation options that are perfect for the entire family. Experience the most popular way to see the world’s largest naval base and the Port of Virginia.

Two-hour cruises depart daily from Nauticus, home of the Battleship Wisconsin, in Downtown Norfolk. Cruise past the vessels that ensure our freedom—destroyers, cruisers, submarines, aircraft carriers and more. Think Carnival Cruises for an experience packed with a variety of food, fun-filled activities, lavish entertainment, exciting new places to visit, and fun!

Follow our social media and blog for the latest cruise and travel news, including our best vacation deals. As Norfolk lends a helping hand to our neighbors in Baltimore, here’s a look at some specials offered by local hotels and shops for those who have seen their cruises diverted to the area in April 2024. If more cruises are moved, we will post the information when it becomes available. While rescue and remdiation efforts continue in Baltimore Harbor following the collapse of the Key Bridge, Carnival and Royal Caribbean will temporarily move cruises from Baltimore to Norfolk. Normally Royal Caribbean cruises from Baltimore year-round to Bermuda, Canada, and the Caribbean. The following cruises have been moved from Baltimore to Norfolk.

Whatever you do, be sure to make time for a slice of tangy Key lime pie, which originated here. A three- or four-day cruise to Key West and the Bahamas is the perfect getaway. Lounge on pristine beaches in The Bahamas and sail along dreamy coastlines with a cool rum punch in hand.