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The CDC says about 153 people aboard the Star Princess were sickened by norovirus during an eight‑day Caribbean voyage (104 guests and 49 crew). Princess Cruises reported following its outbreak plan with increased cleaning, isolation of ill passengers, stool testing, and other precautions, while the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program conducts an environmental assessment and outbreak investigation.
Nearly 1 in 9 people aboard the Star Princess contracted norovirus during a week-long Caribbean voyage, with 104 passengers and 49 crew ill. The CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program investigated, while Princess Cruises implemented extra cleaning and isolation for those affected as ill travelers disembarked. The ship returned to Fort Lauderdale and proceeded to a new voyage after addressing the outbreak.
Norwegian Cruise Line tightened its formal-dining dress rules for upscale restaurants, prohibiting shorts, tank tops, caps, distressed jeans and flip-flops—a move away from its casual “freestyle cruising” vibe. The policy shift prompted online outrage from some longtime passengers who felt the change undermines vacation comfort, while others defended it as improving the dining experience. Norwegian still promotes a laid-back vibe with some guidelines, and kids under 12 can wear shorts. The shipper expects about 3 million guests across 34 ships in 2025 and has recently seen leadership changes with a new appointee after Harry Sommer’s departure; the outlet notes the cruise line did not immediately comment.
A 77-year-old woman went overboard from the Holland America Line cruise ship Nieuw Statendam near Cuba, prompting a search by the U.S. Coast Guard, which has deployed ships and helicopters to find her. The cruise was rerouted, and the ship's stop in Key West was canceled as rescue efforts continue.
Passengers on the Coral Adventurer cruise ship, which ran aground on a reef in Papua New Guinea, will be flown back to Australia after efforts to refloat the vessel failed. The ship, with 80 passengers and 44 crew, was deemed unseaworthy and is currently detained until further clearance, with no injuries or environmental damage reported.
An Australian cruise ship, Coral Adventurer, ran aground off Papua New Guinea with 80 passengers and 44 crew onboard. Efforts to refloat the vessel have failed, and passengers will be flown home early. The ship is under investigation due to an unrelated incident in October involving a passenger's death. No injuries or damage have been reported, and authorities are working to resolve the situation.
A cruise ship, Coral Adventurer, ran aground off Papua New Guinea on its first trip after the death of an elderly passenger who was left behind on an island, prompting investigations by Australian and PNG authorities. All onboard are safe, and inspections are ongoing, with the voyage currently suspended.
A 16-year-old boy, investigated for the death of his stepsister Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise, claims he has no memory of the incident. Kepner's death was ruled a homicide caused by mechanical asphyxia, and the case has garnered significant media attention, with authorities scrutinizing the family involved.
Ann Evans, a 55-year-old American woman missing for over a week after disembarking from a cruise in Saint Martin, has been found by authorities after being reported missing on November 20. She was last seen during a tour and did not return to the ship or bus, prompting a search that involved community assistance. She has now been located and contacted by police.
A catamaran carrying passengers from the cruise ship 'Mein Schiff 1' sank off the coast of the Dominican Republic, prompting a rescue of over 50 tourists by the navy; all passengers are safe, and investigations are underway to prevent future incidents.
An 18-year-old Titusville student, Anna Kepner, died while on a Carnival Cruise from Miami to the Caribbean, with details surrounding her death undisclosed. Her community and school mourn her loss, and the cruise line is cooperating with authorities.
An 18-year-old woman, Anna Kepner, died aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship while traveling from Miami to the Caribbean. Her family describes her as a joyful, bright, and community-oriented individual. The FBI is investigating her death, and Carnival Cruise Line is supporting her family during this time.
Disney's newest cruise ship, the Disney Destiny, is set to debut with themed dining, immersive entertainment, and character experiences, expanding Disney's cruise fleet and global theme park offerings amid record growth in its experiences division.
An 18-year-old girl named Anna Kepner was found dead on a Carnival Horizon cruise ship, prompting an FBI investigation. Her family described her as a cheerful and outgoing person, and the circumstances of her death are currently unknown.
The FBI is investigating the death of a passenger aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship that returned to PortMiami, with authorities currently withholding further details as the case remains ongoing.