Multibillionaire Micky Arison, the chairman of Carnival Corp. and owner of the world’s largest cruise ship line, has anchored his $90 million superyacht, the Sixth Sense, off the coast of Bar Harbor, Maine. Despite the town’s restrictions that prevent his cruise liners from docking during peak tourist season, Arison’s yacht, a luxurious 242-foot vessel built in 2019, remains outside the local regulations.
Arison’s visit arises amidst a significant local controversy regarding the town’s passenger cap on cruise ships, which was deemed partially unconstitutional by a federal judge in May. This ruling allows for a reconsideration of the previously regulated passenger count that limits docked guests to 1,000 at a time. These restrictions particularly affect Carnival’s cruise ships, which typically carry over 2,000 passengers.
While spending time onboard the Sixth Sense, which features amenities like a spa, swimming pool, and helicopter pad, Arison was observed using a tender to leave the yacht but it remains unclear whether he came ashore. His family’s company, founded by his father in 1972, has faced legal challenges and controversies, including recent pollution settlements.
Bar Harbor’s town manager has reported significant legal expenditures related to the cruise ship regulations, highlighting that the community is divided on the issue. Business owners often oppose the passenger cap while many local voters support it, emphasizing the ongoing tension between tourism and municipal regulations.
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