Despite recent hantavirus and norovirus outbreaks on cruise ships, industry experts anticipate a record number of passengers this year. Many travelers, like veteran cruisers, remain unfazed, viewing these incidents as isolated and not unique to cruise travel. Bookings remain strong, with many planning trips well in advance.

A British cruise ship, Ambition, faces a gastrointestinal illness outbreak. Over 1,700 passengers and crew are confined to the vessel in Bordeaux, France. French authorities have…

The next big one won't come from the hantavirus cruise outbreak, but there are still lessons to take away from it, experts say.