Disney has canceled the Adventure cruise from Singapore amid the virus
10 may 2026 в 22:13
Just a few days after the hantavirus outbreak on the cruise ship MV Hondius raised global concern, Disney unexpectedly canceled its Adventure cruise itinerary from Singapore, which was scheduled for May 7 to 11.
Here’s what we know about the sudden cancellation of Disney’s cruise itinerary.
Disney did not specify the reason for the shocking cancellation of its cruise ship. According to Cruise Industry News, the company issued a statement to its passengers apologizing for the inconvenience.
«We sincerely regret to inform you that we will not be able to continue your Disney adventure from May 7 to 11, 2026, as planned», - the company’s statement read. «We fully understand how upsetting and disappointing this news is for you, and we realize that this is not the experience you were expecting».
Emphasizing that «every decision was made with your interests in mind», - Disney assured passengers that the team «is fully prepared to support you and make this transition as smooth as possible under the circumstances». The company also stated that guests would receive a full refund, as well as a 50% discount on future cruise bookings, a complimentary night at JW Marriott Singapore South Beach, and coverage of any flight change fees, as reported by Cruise Industry News.
«We sincerely apologize for this unexpected situation and thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation», - concluded Disney’s announcement to guests.
No. Despite rumors circulating online about the MV Hondius cruise, Disney’s Adventure cruise was not canceled due to a connection with the hantavirus.
What is hantavirus?
Hantavirus is a rare and potentially deadly virus. If a person becomes infected, it can lead to serious conditions, the most common of which is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS), which typically begins with flu-like symptoms.
In 2025, Gene Hackman’s wife, Betsy Arakawa, passed away from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. She was 65 years old.
Hantavirus is transmitted through direct contact with the fluids of infected rodents, such as urine, feces, or saliva, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It can also be transmitted through a bite or scratch from a rodent, although this is rare, or if a person inhales contaminated air from rodent droppings.
However, it is known that Andes hantavirus can be transmitted from person to person. This type of virus is primarily found in Chile and Argentina, from where the MV Hondius cruise was supposed to depart
Here’s what we know about the sudden cancellation of Disney’s cruise itinerary.
Disney did not specify the reason for the shocking cancellation of its cruise ship. According to Cruise Industry News, the company issued a statement to its passengers apologizing for the inconvenience.
«We sincerely regret to inform you that we will not be able to continue your Disney adventure from May 7 to 11, 2026, as planned», - the company’s statement read. «We fully understand how upsetting and disappointing this news is for you, and we realize that this is not the experience you were expecting».
Emphasizing that «every decision was made with your interests in mind», - Disney assured passengers that the team «is fully prepared to support you and make this transition as smooth as possible under the circumstances». The company also stated that guests would receive a full refund, as well as a 50% discount on future cruise bookings, a complimentary night at JW Marriott Singapore South Beach, and coverage of any flight change fees, as reported by Cruise Industry News.
«We sincerely apologize for this unexpected situation and thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation», - concluded Disney’s announcement to guests.
No. Despite rumors circulating online about the MV Hondius cruise, Disney’s Adventure cruise was not canceled due to a connection with the hantavirus.
What is hantavirus?
Hantavirus is a rare and potentially deadly virus. If a person becomes infected, it can lead to serious conditions, the most common of which is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS), which typically begins with flu-like symptoms.
In 2025, Gene Hackman’s wife, Betsy Arakawa, passed away from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. She was 65 years old.
Hantavirus is transmitted through direct contact with the fluids of infected rodents, such as urine, feces, or saliva, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It can also be transmitted through a bite or scratch from a rodent, although this is rare, or if a person inhales contaminated air from rodent droppings.
However, it is known that Andes hantavirus can be transmitted from person to person. This type of virus is primarily found in Chile and Argentina, from where the MV Hondius cruise was supposed to depart
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