The consequences of the brawl could be severe for those responsible. In addition to potential criminal consequences, sanctions from the shipping company also threaten the fighters. These could range from hefty fines to a permanent ban from future cruises. A spokesperson for Royal Caribbean International confirmed to 7News: "Our team has medically treated adult guests who were involved in an altercation on board. We have notified local authorities and are working closely with them. As the investigation is still ongoing, we cannot provide any further information at this time."
After the unexpected interruption, the "Wonder of the Seas" set off again Monday evening to continue its five-day journey to the Bahamas. For the remaining passengers, the journey continued, but the incident is likely to be long remembered by many guests on board.