Cruises: More Trouble Than They're Worth?

Watching a cruise ship being constructed is undeniably fascinating, but stepping onto one? That’s a whole different matter. Imagine a floating city filled with sunburned tourists, all vying for the same limited lounge chairs. Now, add a new layer of danger to the mix: an outbreak of dengue fever in popular cruising areas.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, several prime cruise destinations, including Mexico, Panama, and the Caribbean—like Saint Lucia—are experiencing dengue outbreaks. This isn't an isolated incident, either. The infamous Queen Mary 2 recently dealt with a norovirus outbreak, just the latest in a string of contagious ailments that plague cruise ships.

Dengue Fever: The Mosquito Menace on Your Vacation

Dengue fever, transmitted by mosquitoes, is now a threatening presence in these sought-after tourist spots. Even if you remain on the ship while docked, the risk isn’t eliminated. These pesky insects can easily find their way onto vessels, eager to bite into unsuspecting passengers. The consequences? Headaches, fever, rashes, nausea, and a trip to the ship's medical bay that you’ll wish you could forget.

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