US teen missing after going overboard on sunset cruise in the Bahamas

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Stick to week-long cruises or shorter if you want to make sure your kids will have plenty of playmates. Whether or not you’re planning to use the children’s program on board the ship, it’s always a good idea for parents to tour the club with the kids during open house on embarkation day. Make sure to plan your cruise for a time when lots of other families are on vacation. Cruises during summer break, winter holidays, and other school vacations typically will have lots more kids on board than at other times of year.

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Whatever type of cruise you’re on, odds are there’s going to be some kind of theme party or dress-up night where both you and your kids can join in on the fun. Every family is different, and kids of various ages will have different rules. But once all the adults are in agreement, have a meeting with all the kids before your vacation so everyone’s on the same page. But lots of things that we know as a family are rules to live by can get ignored on vacation, and especially on a cruise where older elementary kids and tweens might have their first taste of “freedom”.

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“He initially goes for the buoy but then turns around when he sees the shark, ultimately disappearing into the water, likely dragged down. “We want to thank the Bahamas government, the US Coast Guard, the United Cajun Navy, and Congressman Garrett Graves for everything they have done for us,” the statement read, according to USA Today. The teens’ family flew out to the Bahamas on Thursday, according to WAFB.

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As Louisiana high-school grad Cameron Robbins vanished beneath shark-infested waters after jumping from a boat in the Bahamas, someone yelled, “Bye, bye! "The ship's crew immediately launched a search and rescue effort alongside the US Coast Guard, who has taken over the search," the Royal Caribbean spokesperson said. The Coast Guard called off its own search two days later, after reportedly scouring over 325 square miles.

“He will be missed desperately by his family and friends,” his obituary read, “who will carry their cherished memories of him to eternity.” For Robbins’ sake, and the sake of his family, the internet should let him rest. The parents of an 18-year-old high school graduate who fell overboard on a sunset cruise in the Bahamas have broken their silence. The US Coast Guard and local Bahaman authorities spent days looking for Robbins before calling off their search last week after scouring more than 325 square miles of ocean.

The recent high school graduate from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, disappeared in 'shark-infested waters'

But if your kids are older, cramming into a tiny cabin can feel claustrophobic, especially when you’re all trying to get ready at the same time on a busy morning. Consider upgrading to a larger room (NCL actually has family inside staterooms!), or choose two adjoining rooms with a door in between. Douglas adds that while conspiracy theories can be meant as a salve, they do have real-world consequences. And while Robbins is no longer here, he is survived by a grieving community — all of whom will have access to the things people are saying about their loved one.

Heartbreaking video shows cruise ship passenger swimming, fishing with friends week before fatal jump

Experts have told Fox News Digital there is a vast array of marine life, including dolphins, tiger sharks and bull sharks in those waters that feed off the scraps from the boats. A woman whose son was friends with Robbins and on the boat at the time told Fox News Digital that several students tried to grab Robbins before he took the plunge, but he broke free. Cameron Robbins, a Louisiana resident, was celebrating his high school graduation when he was reportedly dared to jump overboard on a cruise. While not confirmed by the United States Coast Guard press release, Royal Bahamas Defence Force Commodore Raymond King spoke to the media during the days of the search about the possibility of a shark attack. Since he went missing, a multi-day search was undertaken by both Bahamian authorities and the U.S.

U.S. Coast Guard ends search for Louisiana teen who went overboard in the Bahamas

Experts say missing teen who jumped off cruise ship into 'shark infested' waters likely suffered concussion - UNILAD

Experts say missing teen who jumped off cruise ship into 'shark infested' waters likely suffered concussion.

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The most mature and best-intentioned kids can accidentally run up a large tab if they don’t have a spending limit. Having a conversation with your kids about how much money they’re allowed to spend on their own (if any) each day is a great idea. You can also check your stateroom TV or cruise app at any time to see what’s been charged to each family member’s account. If you arrive the day before, you’ll have time to explore the port city, have a restful night’s sleep, and enjoy a stress-free embarkation day.

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The US Coast Guard and Royal Bahamas Defence Force spent several days searching for Cameron before suspending their efforts on 27 May. Following his presumed death, a memorial was planned for the teenager on Sunday (4 June). “We offer our sincerest condolences to Cameron Robbins’ family and friends," Spado said.

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New Theories Emerge About High School Baseball Star Who Disappeared After Jumping Off Boat in Bahamas.

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Cameron Robbins went on a trip to the Bahamas to celebrate his graduation from the University Laboratory School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He and several friends were aboard the Blackbeard’s Revenge cruise on 24 May when Cameron allegedly jumped off the boat on a dare. Three days later, Robbins and his friends joined graduates from other schools for a celebratory trip to the Bahamas, staying at the Atlantis Paradise Resort. “We offer our sincerest condolences to Cameron Robbins’ family and friends,” said Lt. Cmdr. Matthew Spado, Coast Guard liaison officer to the Bahamas. The footage captures horrified onlookers on the ship frantically yelling at Robbins to “grab the buoy,” but the teen appears to swim in the opposite direction — possibly encountering a shark next to him.

The Baton Rouge 18-year-old was enjoying a sunset cruise with several hundred fellow graduates May 24 when he leaped overboard from a vessel designed to look like a pirate ship — apparently on a dare. Last month, a 23-year-old man who felt seasick fell overboard from the MSC Euribia cruise ship while crossing the North Sea in Europe and was presumed dead. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the Robbins Family during this incredibly difficult time. Out of respect for the Robbins family’s privacy, we feel it’s inappropriate to comment on the details surrounding the night of the incident. The video appears to show a shadowy object in the water move toward the recent high school grad, who was swimming toward a life preserver before changing direction.

The fact that they’re blurry, and do not definitively show even the outline of a shark, hasn’t kept the videos from going viral. Several accounts have also claimed to use audio isolation to prove an unintelligible shout in the video is warning the teen about a fin in the water. Robbins is featured on crime accounts and news TikToks, and there’s even a growing trend that puts sad songs behind videos imagining Robbins’ last moments. Your kids can also meet new friends in the kids’ club on embarkation day—friendships often form right away and will encourage your child to want to return knowing they already have friends waiting. Most cruise line kids’ clubs offer free daily programs for kids ages 3-17, with age-appropriate activities for each age group.

Royal Caribbean confirmed that a passenger, whose identity has not been revealed, went overboard near The Bahamas at about 4 a.m. Sunday's memorial service will begin at 4 p.m., with visitation hours between 2 and 4 p.m. "None of the experts consulted can definitely say what's in the video due to the quality and length of the video," Trascher said. "The Robbins family has requested that we not entertain that theory any longer, so our official position is that we don't know what happened while Cam was in the water." The International Shark Attack File, a database of all known shark attacks, shows that only 32 shark attacks have been reported in the Bahamas since 1949.

But any vacation—especially one with lots of travel, schedule upsets, and time zone changes—can throw even the most seasoned traveler off their “A” game. Of course, tailor your schedule chart to your own family’s needs and where your kids are on their reading journey. Many cruisers use a three-ring binder with tabs for each day, but I prefer to use an entire wall. This makes your cruise schedule super-visual so everyone’s on the same page—including the other (non-planning) adults. No one wants to get injured or sick on a cruise, but it’s best to be prepared in case it happens.

Some cruises have parties where everyone dresses in all white (like on Norwegian), or most passengers dress in a pirate theme, like on some Disney cruises. Most of them are pretty basic—no snacks just before dinner, no swearing unless you drop something heavy on your toe, clean up your own messes, don’t hit your sister—the usual. As a parent, raise your hand if you’ve ever planned something really exciting only to realize that your partner or your kids just didn’t really understand the expectations? (You can’t see me but I’m hanging my head in shame and raising my hand right now). However Royal Caribbean sources told The Daily Mail he could have purchased the booze offboard, where the drinking age is 18. George described Robbins as a "great kid" and athlete who had been with the school for 13 years, since the start of his education.

According to witnesses, public statements, and the Robbins family, Robbins’ death was an unfortunate, heartbreaking accident. But while this doesn’t exactly count under our current understanding of true crime, Robbins’ death has nonetheless been sensationalized in the exact same way. "The kids reached out to us wanting to know, could they do a prayer circle. Obviously we agreed. We really appreciated their leadership in this trying time." "Just one of those kids that you're so proud of once they cross the stage," George told WBRZ.