Popular cruise line shuts down fan-favorite amenity during health scare

Norwegian Cruise Line has closed hot tubs and heated whirlpools on the Norwegian Prima ship due to three confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease among former passengers. The cruise line is collaborating with the CDC to investigate the source of the illness, which has not been confirmed to have originated on the ship. Enhanced sanitation procedures are in place, and the affected amenities will remain closed until testing and remediation are completed.

• Norwegian Cruise Line has shut down hot tubs and heated whirlpools on the Norwegian Prima.
• The decision was made as a precaution after three former passengers were diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease.
• The source of exposure has not been confirmed, and investigations with the CDC are ongoing.
• The cruise line has elevated sanitation procedures and is notifying affected guests and crew.
• Public hot tubs and private balcony heated whirlpools will remain closed until sampling and remediation are complete, following CDC guidelines.