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American oncologist steps in after ship doctor falls ill in hantavirus outbreak

In an interview with ABC News, Dr. Stephen Kornfeld said he quickly realized he was leading the response to the full-blown medical crisis on board the ship.

|ByESTHER DAVIS
A person wearing a mask stands aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius at the port of Granadilla de Abona after being affected by a hantavirus outbreak, in Tenerife, Spain, May 10, 2026.
A police boat approaches the cruise ship MV Hondius at the port of Granadilla de Abona after being affected by a hantavirus outbreak, in Tenerife, Spain, May 10, 2026.

One US citizen tests mildly positive for hantavirus, another has mild symptoms

The two passengers suspected of being infected will be taken to another undisclosed location, where they will also undergo further testing for the virus.

|ByREUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
A police boat approaches the cruise ship MV Hondius at the port of Granadilla de Abona after being affected by a hantavirus outbreak, in Tenerife, Spain, May 10, 2026.

First group of Spanish passengers disembarks from hantavirus-hit cruise ship

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived on Saturday evening in Tenerife alongside Spain's interior and health ministers and its minister for territorial policy.

|ByREUTERS
A boat beside cruise ship MV Hondius anchored off Cape Verde port, on the day sick passengers were evacuated by boat from the cruise ship, in Praia Port, Cape Verde, in this screengrab obtained from a video, May 5, 2026.

Hantavirus: The rare virus infecting passengers on luxury cruise ship Hondius

As of Tuesday, the World Health Organization reported that seven passengers aboard the Hondius were sick or suspected of having contracted Hantavirus, including two confirmed cases.

|ByDR. ITAY GAL

Cruise ship hantavirus cases increase to seven, WHO says

Among the infected passengers, three have died, one is critically ill, and three are experiencing mild symptoms.

MAY 5, 2026ByREUTERS
Cruise ship MV Hondius docks off Cape Verde port, as passengers were not allowed off the ship, while health authorities investigated suspected cases of hantavirus aboard the vessel, in Praia Port, Cape Verde, May 4, 2026.

Three dead, three sick in suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard cruise ship, WHO confirms

"The risk to the wider public remains low," said Hans Kluge, WHO Europe's regional director, in his own X post. "There is no need for panic or travel restrictions."

MAY 4, 2026ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM, REUTERS
The MV Hondius, operated by Oceanwide Expeditions, near Tristan da Cunha, May 4, 2026.

These are the cleanest cruise ships in the world

The cleanest cruise ships have been revealed in a new study, which examined the level of hygiene based on annual inspections. Which of them sails to Israel?

MARCH 30, 2026ByWALLA! TOURISM
The ship "Adventure of the Seas" of Royal Caribbean

How to get by in Dubai: What to do when your cruise is stranded by war

Dubai isn’t a very walkable city. In fact, Google Maps will often tell you it’s just not possible to get from point A to point B on foot.

MARCH 27, 2026ByLAURI DONAHUE
THE BURJ KHALIFA, the tallest structure in the world at 830 meters, towers over the Dubai skyline.

8 best luxury cruises to Antarctica: Small ships, big experiences (2026)

MARCH 26, 2026ByISAAC KAPLAN
"Top Antarctic cruises offer small ships, expert guides, and immersive polar experiences."

Only 463 suites and an almost 1:1 crew ratio: Meet the new luxury cruise ship

The third ship in the EXPLORA fleet will debut in July 2026, offering spacious suites, new culinary concepts, a unified wellness area, and stores from Rolex, Cartier, and Chopard.

FEBRUARY 18, 2026ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
EXPLORA III – The Conservatory Pool & Bar.

Not just a cruise: The European vacation that connects people – not just cities

Gordon Tourism and the Gimelim Community launch a luxury Danube river cruise with gourmet dining, social programs, and a lifestyle experience beyond a classic vacation.

FEBRUARY 14, 2026ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
A ship of the Gordon Tourism Group.

And the winner is...Explora Journeys

JANUARY 19, 2026ByLEA WEISS
Explora Journeys

Coco Cay, paradise for a day with Royal Caribbean

Whether you’re here for the adrenaline rush or the perfect beachside unwind, The Jerusalem Post Podcast – Travel Edition explores the island of CocoCay, and it truly lives up to its name!

JANUARY 14, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST PODCASTS
It's just a five-minute walk along the pier to Perfect Day at Coco Cay.

Flamingos, sushi, and sound baths: A luxury wellness cruise on the ‘Crystal Symphony'

A wellness cruise along Africa’s west coast can be a lesson in diplomacy, Jewish history, and cultural depth, showing luxury travel can be both relaxing and enriching.

JANUARY 10, 2026ByLAURIE DONAHUE
AERIAL CABLEWAY, Table Mountain, Cape Town. The cars rotate to provide a 360-degree view. The clouds that pour down from the summit are called the ‘tablecloth.’