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Cruise Ship Illness Outbreaks Don't Dampen Traveler Spirit
15 May
Summary
- Hantavirus outbreak affected the Hondius cruise ship in May.
- Norovirus impacted the Ambition cruise ship recently.
- Travelers remain enthusiastic about cruises despite outbreaks.

An expedition cruise ship, the Hondius, departed Granadilla de Abona, Tenerife, Spain, on May 11, following a hantavirus outbreak. Separately, the Ambition cruise ship experienced a norovirus incident. These events, however, have not diminished the general enthusiasm for cruise travel.
Colleen McDaniel, editor in chief of Cruise Critic, reported that travelers on a European river cruise are currently unaffected by these concerns. Passengers are actively engaged in excursions along the Rhine River and socializing, demonstrating a strong desire to continue enjoying their travel experiences.