Cruise illnesses down?

According to a report in by the CDC, the number of cruise illnesses declined nearly 30% since 1990. Better cleanliness, awareness and quick reactions by the cruise companies all contributed to the decline.

But this doesn't mean the issue is going away. As the ships get bigger, containment becomes an issue as well. One outbreak on one mega ship has the potential to impact thousands instead of hundreds.

As with all vacations, make smart eating and cleaning decisions and you will avoid many of the problems. And if you do come down with something on board, go to the medical clinic. It is important that the ship 's staff knows of all the issues on board.

Norovirus hits Star Princess

For the second time this year, there was a norovirus outbreak on the Star Princess. According to Travel Mole 61 passengers on the ship's trip to Hawaii were impacted.

The good news is that the vast majority of the ship's 2,590 passengers were not infected. Princess is taking all the steps to disinfect the ship and prevent further outbreaks. The last outbreak on the Star Princess occurred in May.

Unknown sickness strikes passengers and crew of Celebrity Infinity

For the third time since launching in 2001, the Celebrity Infinity is facing an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness. On a recent trip from San Diego to Mexico, 95 passengers and five crew members were hit with symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea. The passengers are being helped and the CDC continues to investigate the cause of the outbreak. Celebrity increased cleaning and disinfection procedures on the ship and will continue sailing the Infinity without disruption.