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lifehacker.comCarnival Corporation Discloses April Data Breach Affecting 5.99 Million Customers, Offers Two-Year Credit Monitoring
Carnival Corporation disclosed a data breach that occurred in April and affected 5,995,277 individuals. The company is providing two years of free credit monitoring through TransUnion and began notifying customers on May 27.
onemileatatime.comRitz-Carlton Yacht lenders ease payment terms after $275 million owner injection
Owners of the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection provided $275 million in new capital. In exchange, creditors agreed to delay scheduled payments and relax existing covenants on the luxury cruise line's debt.
winnipegfreepress.comCourt Allows 16-Year-Old Charged in Cruise Ship Death to Remain Free
A Florida judge ruled that Timothy Hudson, 16, charged with sexually assaulting and killing his 18-year-old stepsister Anna Kepner on a Carnival Cruise Ship last year, can stay with his family pending further proceedings. The decision follows his arrest and formal charges.
indiatoday.intoday.inHantavirus Cases Linked to Cruise Ship Rise to 13
The World Health Organization reported a new confirmed case among quarantined passengers, bringing the total to 13. Three deaths have occurred, with no additional fatalities recorded since May 2.
New York PostNorwegian Cruise Line Enforces Chair Reservation Policy on Escape
Crew members on the Norwegian Escape began marking unoccupied deck chairs with stickers around 10 a.m. and removed items left unattended for more than one hour. Passengers posted reactions on social media platforms including Facebook, Reddit, and Instagram.
nypost.comCarnival Cruise Line Cancels Bookings After Website Glitch Shows Low Fares
Carnival Cruise Line canceled reservations made during a brief website error that displayed reduced prices. The company issued refunds and offered a $100 credit for rebooking by August 31.
The IndependentSouth African Lab Identifies Hantavirus on Dutch Cruise Ship
South African researchers confirmed hantavirus infection in passengers aboard the MV Hondius after an elderly British man was hospitalized in Johannesburg. The Andes strain was identified within 24 hours through rapid testing and international consultation.
ABC NewsSupreme Court Allows Cruise Lines to Face Lawsuits Over Havana Port Use
The Supreme Court ruled that four major cruise lines can be sued for using a Havana port confiscated by the Cuban government in 1960. The 8-1 decision permits claims under a 1996 federal law for commercial use between 2016 and 2019.
urbanmilwaukee.comSupreme Court Rules Cruise Lines Must Pay for Using Cuban Port
The Supreme Court ruled 8-1 that major cruise lines owe compensation for docking at a Havana port confiscated from a U.S. company. The decision reverses an appeals court ruling and revives claims under a 1996 law.
nypost.comLawsuit Alleges Passenger Lost Both Legs in Boat Propeller Accident
A 22-year-old woman filed suit claiming she lost both legs after a propeller injury during a day trip from a Carnival Cruise. The complaint alleges staff encouraged her to enter the water while intoxicated.
Fox NewsCruise Demand Holds Steady Despite Recent Illness Outbreaks
Cruise lines project more than 38 million ocean cruise passengers worldwide this year. Bookings through one major booking platform rose more than 30 percent in the first half of May compared with the same period last year.
EuronewsCruise Bookings Rise Despite Recent Illness Outbreaks on Ships
Cruise lines and travel analysts report continued strong demand for ocean voyages in 2026. Industry data show passenger numbers are projected to reach a new record this year.
newser.comNorovirus Sickens About 50 Passengers on Cruise Ship Docked in Bordeaux
French authorities placed a cruise ship under brief quarantine in Bordeaux on Wednesday following norovirus infections among around 50 passengers. The vessel was docked when the measure was imposed and later released. Health officials offered basic precautions for travelers to li…
nypost.comCarnival Cruise Line Cancels Bookings Made at Erroneous Low Prices During IT Glitch
The company cancelled an undisclosed number of reservations after a glitch during routine IT maintenance on Saturday allowed some guests to see and book prices far below reasonable promotional fares. Affected customers received refunds and a non-transferable $100 onboard credit f…
BBC NewsNorovirus Confirmed as Cause of Gastrointestinal Illness on Ambition Cruise Ship
French authorities identified norovirus as the source of illness aboard the Ambition cruise ship. Isolation measures for symptomatic patients will continue while non-symptomatic passengers are permitted to disembark with hygiene reminders. The confirmation follows reports of gast…
nypost.com88-Year-Old Cruise Passenger Dies After Mobility Scooter Enters Water at Bahamas Port
The passenger aboard the Carnival Celebration fell into the water at Carnival’s private destination Celebration Key on May 9, 2026. She is believed to have hit her head on a boat hull and was pronounced dead after treatment aboard the ship. Bahamian police are conducting an autop…
tass.comThree Dead in Hantavirus Outbreak on MV Hondius; Norovirus Outbreak Confines Ship in Bordeaux
The MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak has reached 11 reported cases including three deaths with nine confirmed, all linked to passengers or crew on the South Atlantic voyage. A French patient remains critically ill on life support while the World Health Organization recommends 42-da…
mg.co.za11 Cases of Andes Hantavirus Confirmed Among Passengers on Dutch Cruise Ship
The Andes strain of hantavirus, capable of person-to-person transmission and not found locally in the U.S., has infected 11 passengers on a Dutch cruise ship, forcing international travelers into quarantine. NBC News reported the outbreak draws on lessons from past clusters inclu…
Nbc News27 Cruise Ship Crew Members Deported After CBP Child Exploitation Material Investigation
U.S. Customs and Border Protection boarded eight cruise ships from April 23 to 27, 2026, as part of a child sexual exploitation material investigation. Officers interviewed 28 crew members and determined 27 were involved with child pornography, leading to visa cancellations and d…
france24.comFrance Imposes Strict Measures to Contain Virus on Cruise Ship
French officials have enacted containment protocols for a cruise ship after a virus outbreak that authorities said is distinct from Covid-19. The measures include isolation requirements and restrictions on passenger movement. The incident has drawn attention in French media cover…
Abc NewsSpain Confirms New Hantavirus Case as Outbreak on MV Hondius Grows to 11
Spain’s health ministry announced Tuesday that a Spanish passenger evacuated from the MV Hondius has tested positive for hantavirus, bringing the total confirmed cases to 11 including three deaths. The World Health Organization stated there is no sign of a larger outbreak but war…
New York Post88-Year-Old American Cruise Passenger Dies After Mobility Scooter Falls From Bahamas Pier
An 88-year-old American woman died on Saturday after her mobility scooter went off the edge of a pier at Celebration Key in the Bahamas. The incident occurred while the Carnival Celebration ship was docked at the cruise line's private island. Carnival and the Royal Bahamas Police…
rnz.co.nzHantavirus Outbreak Reported on Dutch Cruise Ship MV Hondius
The MV Hondius experienced a hantavirus outbreak while carrying 147 passengers and crew from 23 countries. Captain Jan Dobrogowski thanked those aboard for their patience and discipline during the incident. The respiratory illness was first reported on the vessel.
Usa TodayCruise Ships Report Hantavirus and Norovirus Outbreaks in 2026
A hantavirus outbreak aboard an Oceanwide Expeditions vessel resulted in three deaths while a separate norovirus outbreak sickened more than 110 people on a Princess Cruises ship. The hantavirus event marks the first documented case linked to a cruise ship.
news.sky.comCruise Illness Risks and Precautions for Travelers
Infectious-disease specialists outlined common health risks associated with cruise travel and steps passengers can take to reduce them. Norovirus and respiratory illnesses remain the most frequently reported conditions on ships. Travelers should review vaccination status and hygi…
The GuardianHantavirus Cases Reach Eight With Three Deaths on MV Hondius as of May 8
Eight cases of Andes hantavirus, including three deaths, have been confirmed among passengers and crew of the MV Hondius cruise ship. European nations, the US and UK are dispatching planes to repatriate citizens as the vessel heads to Tenerife. Health officials stress the virus i…
winnipegfreepress.comBahamas Enacts Election Day Alcohol Ban on All Islands, Including Cruise Line Private Resorts
The Bahamas will suspend all alcohol sales from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday as the country holds its general election. The restriction, issued by the Parliamentary Commissioner under election laws, applies to every island including private resorts operated by cruise companies. Multi…
The IndependentU.S. Authorities Cancel Visas of 27 Cruise Ship Workers in Child Sexual Abuse Images Case
U.S. Customs and Border Protection canceled the visas of 27 people, including some who worked on a Disney Cruise Line ship, after determining they were involved in child sexual abuse images. The agency boarded eight cruise ships in late April and returned those individuals to the…
yahoo.comU.S. Agents Remove 28 Cruise Ship Workers, Including Some Disney Employees, Over Child Sexual Exploitation Material
Customs and Border Protection agents took 28 crew members into custody during boardings of eight cruise ships from April 23 to April 27. Twenty-seven were involved with child sexual exploitation material. Homeland Security Investigations made additional arrests the next day in Sa…
forbes.comWHO Confirms Five Hantavirus Cases on Atlantic Cruise Ship
The World Health Organization has confirmed five cases of hantavirus, including three deaths, linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship. Officials assess the public health risk as low and say the outbreak is not the start of a new pandemic. The Andes strain involved can transmit betwe…
medpagetoday.com23 Cruise Passengers Exposed to Hantavirus Return Home, Including to US
At least 23 passengers from a hantavirus-infected cruise ship left the vessel during a stop at Saint Helena on April 23 and returned to multiple countries including the United States before learning of their exposure. One Swiss passenger has since fallen ill while a Dutch couple…
swissinfo.chMSC Cruises Unveils Open-Air Theme Park with Over-Water Swing on MSC World Asia
MSC Cruises has revealed plans for an open-air theme park aboard its upcoming flagship, MSC World Asia, featuring attractions like the Cliffhanger over-water swing ride. The park is part of The Harbour zone, designed for family activities. The ship is set to debut in December 202…
cloud.google.comCapcom and Virgin Voyages Introduce AI Tools at Google Cloud Conference
Video game company Capcom and cruise line Virgin Voyages are debuting new AI applications at a Google Cloud developer conference in Las Vegas. Capcom's AI agents assist in video game playtesting, while Virgin Voyages' Rovey virtual assistant supports trip booking and recommendati…