The P&O Pacific Explorer, berthed in Apia Harbour for CHOGM, October 2024. Photo: RNZ/ Susana Lei'ataua
An Australian law firm is preparing a class action against major cruise lines on behalf of thousands of passengers including New Zealanders, over lax onboard gambling rules.
The firm, Carter Capner Law, says vulnerable passengers are not protected within ship casinos and able to rack up thousands of dollars worth of debt.
The class action is being taken against Carnival - which includes P&O, and Royal Caribbean cruise lines.
Carter Capner Law director Peter Carter says passengers are allowed open lines of credit, with some passengers being unlawfully detained at the end of the journey if they can't afford to settle the debt.
Kathryn talks to Peter and a cruise ship passenger who has joined the class action.
