A Carnival Triumph cruise ship was left stranded in the Gulf of Mexico last week, after what investigators say was an engine malfunction. The incident has increased inquiries about travel insurance, which travel agents advise vacationers to obtain before leaving for a trip.
The incident occurred on February 10 when the ship suddenly stopped in the middle of the ocean. Initially the crew was unable to determine what caused the power failure, and passengers quickly grew restless. Over 4,200 people onboard were left without power or running water for five days.