Hantavirus-linked cruise ship to receive intensified cleaning
Health officials have ordered extra cleaning on the cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak to reduce contamination while investigators assess the situation.
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Why the hantavirus quarantine lasts six weeks
A hantavirus outbreak linked to a Dutch cruise ship that departed from Argentina infected 11 people and killed three; 18 Americans are under a six-week quarantine, longer than guidelines for most contagious diseases. Experts point to Andes hantavirus’s longer incubation period and transmission via bodily fluids, meaning the overall risk to the U.S. public remains low even as authorities maintain extended monitoring to prevent further spread.
Cruise Hantavirus Outbreak: No American Cases Reported Yet
Health officials say no Americans have contracted hantavirus from the cruise outbreak as of the latest update; authorities continue monitoring passengers and exposure on affected ships, providing guidance on symptoms and precautions while the outbreak appears to involve non-American travelers.
Cruise-Linked Hantavirus: No American Cases Reported Yet, Authorities Say
Health officials say there are no confirmed hantavirus infections among Americans linked to the cruise outbreak; cases have been reported abroad and investigators continue to trace exposure sources while travelers are advised to monitor symptoms and seek care if exposed.
Bordeaux orders 1,700 aboard Ambition to stay on ship amid gastro outbreak
More than 1,700 passengers and crew aboard the British cruise ship Ambition were ordered to remain on board in Bordeaux after a gastrointestinal illness outbreak, with disembarkation suspended and affected passengers isolated as medical teams tested samples; French authorities said there is no link to hantavirus cases on another vessel. The ship, on a Belfast–Liverpool itinerary, had its Bordeaux shore excursions canceled and refunds offered as health officials monitor cruise-ship outbreaks, most commonly caused by norovirus.
Mobility scooter tragedy at Bahamas pier leaves 88-year-old Carnival passenger dead
An 88-year-old American woman died after losing control of her mobility scooter and plunging from a Bahamas pier while the Carnival Celebration was docked at Celebration Key. Carnival says rescuers retrieved her from the water but she did not survive; Bahamian police are investigating the death as a suspected drowning, noting she may have struck the hull before entering the water. Witnesses said she appeared to suffer a heart attack before the fall.
Disney Adventure halts debut voyage hours after boarding, stranding guests in Singapore
Disney Cruise Line canceled the debut sailing of its new Disney Adventure from Singapore just hours after boarding due to an unresolved mechanical issue, leaving families stranded. The company offered a full refund, up to $500 per stateroom for incidental costs, a 50% discount on a future sailing (terms vary), and a complimentary hotel stay in Singapore while travel needs are arranged.
Final Departures Ahead: US Travelers Cleared to Disembark Sunday (Live Updates)
Live updates say remaining passengers will disembark on Sunday, including U.S. travelers who tested negative, as authorities coordinate medical clearances and onward travel logistics.
Sunday Disembarkation Underway as US Travelers with Negative Tests Are Cleared
A Forbes live-updates post says passengers on a voyage will begin disembarking on Sunday, including U.S. travelers who tested negative, with ongoing updates on test results, entry logistics, and reentry timing.
Cape Verde blocks harbor entry for hantavirus‑hit Hondius as WHO stresses low public risk
Cape Verde refused the Hondius cruise ship’s docking in Praia amid a suspected hantavirus outbreak on board, with about 149 passengers and crew; three people have died and three are sick, including a crew member in urgent care and a British national in intensive care in Johannesburg. The ship may relocate to the Canary Islands for medical evacuation of the sick as authorities investigate exposure sources. The World Health Organization says the risk to the general public remains low and there is no need for panic or travel restrictions.
Philadelphia’s cruise comeback begins as Norwegian Jewel sails from port
The Norwegian Jewel marked the first cruise ship to depart from the Port of Philadelphia in 15 years, docking at the PhilaPort Cruise Terminal as construction continues. The ship will operate Bermuda-Philadelphia itineraries through August, with about 2,300 passengers. City and state officials say the terminal’s completion by early summer could bring roughly $295–$300 million in economic impact and around 2,100 direct and indirect jobs, with additional Canada and New England sailings planned for the fall.
Starfield’s Incursions Unleash the Terran Armada Across the Settled Systems
Bethesda’s Free Lanes update and Terran Armada DLC add a new faction and Incursion battles that can turn locations into combat zones across the Settled Systems, with some incursions story-driven and others optional. A new Cruise mechanic lets players roam systems without load screens, while certain incursions disable fast travel until defeated. Rewards like X-Tech await those who explore and tackle both large vessels and smaller encounters, and the events are designed to be revisited to test new gear and builds. The content arrives April 7.
Disney Expands Asia Footprint with Its Largest-Ever Cruise Ship
Disney is expanding its cruise operation in Asia by basing the Disney Adventure in Singapore, its largest ship (6,700 passengers; 2,500 crew) for three- and four-night itineraries with no port calls. The expansion is part of a plan to add six ships by 2031, leveraging regionally tailored entertainment, dining and multigenerational experiences to attract Asian travelers as U.S. international tourism trends soften and Asia becomes a key growth market.
Pack Ready for Any Trip: Luggage, Tech and Cruise Essentials
A Fox News deals guide highlights smart packing for every kind of trip—from cruises to long flights and RV adventures—covering carry-on and checked luggage, organizational pouches, cruise-approved power strips, portable chargers (like the Anker Nano), rooftop cargo boxes, travel pillows, and other gear to save space, boost comfort, and keep devices charged.
Search Continues for 77-Year-Old Woman Overboard from Cruise Near Cuba
A 77-year-old woman went overboard from the Holland America Line cruise ship Nieuw Statendam north of Cuba, prompting a search involving the Coast Guard and the ship's crew, with the cruise's planned stop in Key West canceled; the cruise line expressed condolences to the family.