HUGE RISE IN SICKNESS ON CRUISES - CRUISE NEWS

Editorial Summary

The creator discusses two recent developments in the cruise industry, focusing on potential overbooking and a rise in viral outbreaks. Regarding the Caribbean Princess, the creator notes that the ship appears to have been oversold for its May 20th sailing. This was evidenced by an offer sent to passengers only 24 hours in advance, providing incentives such as money back and onboard credits to move to different sailings. While the exact reason for this remains unconfirmed, the creator suggests it could be due to overbooking or necessary cabin maintenance. Additionally, the creator highlights a concerning increase in stomach viruses on cruise ships. This year has already seen 13 outbreaks, surpassing the total number recorded in 2019. While only four of these have been officially identified as norovirus, the others are listed as unknown outbreaks. One recent instance involved 128 passengers and 27 crew members falling ill. The creator notes that only three of these outbreaks were linked to buffets, suggesting the virus can spread in other areas. Potential causes for the uptick include ships sailing at higher capacities or staffing shortages. The creator concludes by advising travelers to practice frequent hand washing to stay safe.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.