What happened to Ann Evans on her Caribbean cruise?

Ann Evans was reported missing during a Holland America cruise in the Caribbean but was later located safe by authorities.

Where was the cruise passenger last seen before going missing?

The passenger was last seen in Marigot, Saint Martin, after disembarking for an organized tour during a stop in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten.

Did the cruise line or police find the missing passenger?

Local authorities in Sint Maarten, in coordination with other partners, located the passenger.

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Cruise Passenger Found After Going Missing in Caribbean

1 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Passenger Ann Evans was found after being reported missing November 20.
She went missing during a Holland America cruise in the Caribbean.
Authorities located Evans after she disembarked for a tour in Sint Maarten.

Cruise Passenger Found After Going Missing in Caribbean

A U.S. citizen, Ann Evans, 55, has been located after she was reported missing on November 20. Evans disappeared during a Holland America Line cruise in the Caribbean, failing to return to the ship during a stop in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten.

Authorities confirmed that contact was made with Evans following coordination efforts. Earlier, police had reason to believe she had checked into a hotel using her passport on the French side of the island and had been seen in the vicinity. She had reportedly disembarked for an organized tour and got off a bus in Marigot, Saint Martin.

The cruise line stated it appreciated the efforts of the local authorities in Sint Maarten. The situation has since been resolved, with the passenger found safe and accounted for.