Carnival Corp Partnership Accelerates Hurricane Melissa Medical Relief

The Miami HEAT, the Micky & Madeleine Arison Family Foundation, and Carnival Corporation & plc have partnered to donate $1,000,000 to Direct Relief to support expected recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica. Direct Relief is a humanitarian aid organization Read More …

Monkeypox Spreads Across United States

The United States is experiencing a concerning resurgence of Mpox (monkeypox) cases in 2025, marked by the spread of the more severe Clade I strain. This variant carries a higher fatality rate, ranging from 1% to 10%, compared to the Read More …

Royal Caribbean Unveils Thrilling New Global Cruises

Royal Caribbean’s magnificent Ovation of the Seas has just wrapped up a truly successful inaugural summer season sailing from Los Angeles, offering delightful Mexico cruises. This fantastic Quantum-class ship provided travelers with wonderful opportunities to explore the beautiful destinations of Read More …

Royal Effectively Manages Norovirus Outbreak

During September, the magnificent Royal Caribbean ship, Serenade of the Seas, experienced a norovirus outbreak affecting 71 individuals (70 passengers and one crew member) on its delightful cruise from San Diego to Miami. While this might seem like a challenge, Read More …

Royal Caribbean Prioritizes Health During Norovirus Event

Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas recently experienced a manageable norovirus outbreak at sea, as reported to the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program on September 28. During a 13-night trip, 71 passengers (approximately 3.8% of the 1,874 total) and one crew Read More …

Tiny Genetic Tweak Stops Malaria Cold

In a breakthrough for global health if not traveler peace of mind , scientists have discovered a way to prevent mosquitoes from transmitting malaria through a simple genetic modification. This promising new research offers a beacon of hope in the Read More …

Middle East Travel: American Doctors Champion Change

In a powerful display of civic engagement, a diverse group of passionate Americans gathered at the U.S. Capitol to make their voices heard on an important global issue. Distinguished U.S. military veterans, dedicated doctors, former officials, and Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib Read More …

European Tourism Navigates Exciting Shifts

Several popular European destinations, including Ireland, Iceland, Slovakia, Sweden, and Spain, are experiencing a fascinating shift in tourism trends during 2025. While economic factors and concerns about overtourism have led to a noticeable decline in visitor numbers for some, these Read More …

WHO Needs to Adopt an Agreement on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response

WCS this week called for Member States of the World Health Organization (WHO) to adopt a legally binding Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response Agreement that includes a robust and ambitious focus on preventing pandemics at the source. Negotiations for the Read More …