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Luxury Cruise Ship Outbreak: More than 230 passengers and crew members have been sickened in an outbreak of norovirus during a 29-day round-trip luxury cruise from England to the Eastern Caribbean, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Cruise Offerings on Dry Land: Following the success of its Bahamian island, CocoCay, Royal Caribbean is opening an exclusive beach club a stone’s throw from Nassau, with promises of new opportunities for local tourism. Some islanders are alarmed. Battle of the Mega-Ships?: The new MSC World America will arrive in the Caribbean in the spring, joining other huge ships. Be prepared for a strong European influence when it comes to design and food. Solo Cruising: As the travel trend becomes more popular, pricing and cabin types are changing. Deals can be found, especially with advance planning, but it takes a little know-how. Icon Class Ships: Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas has been a hit among cruise goers. The cruise line is adding to its fleet of megaships, but they have drawn criticism from environmental groups.
