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'Really resilient': Cruise passengers continue travel plans despite virus concerns.'Really resilient': Cruise passengers continue travel plans despite virus concerns Recent headlines about hantavirus and norovirus outbreaks have sparked concerns among cruise passengers, but many travelers are choosing to proceed with their plans, according to a South Florida travel agent.Jeff Dash, president of Dash Travel, said one of his clients became worried about an upcoming Alaska cruise after hearing reports about the hantavirus outbreak.However, after discussing the situation, the client calmed down and decided to move forward with the trip.Dash said he understands why some people may be concerned, especially after watching reports of passengers stranded or hearing about tragic cases involving deaths.HANTAVIRUS: What to know about hantavirus "But the cruise industry is really resilient, we are really strong, we survived COVID and Ebola and many other things that have been ongoing, so I think everything is looking very good for the future," Dash said.Lance and Joanne Davlin, who recently returned from a trip to Asia, said they were not concerned about the virus."And then when we got home, all of our friends were like, oh God, the virus, the virus, and we were fine!" Joanne said.Lance, an orthopedic surgeon, said he understands why some people may be sensitive to the issue but noted that this virus seems to be less transmissible and not as concerning as COVID-19.The couple has already planned their next cruise.Your neighborhood: Local coverage from WPBF 25 News "This isn't a deterrent.I mean, there's always obstacles.You got to live your life, and you've got to live big because time is limited, so you got to go out there and do it," Lance said.A recent report about a norovirus outbreak onboard the Caribbean Princess in Florida has also drawn attention, but Dash said such incidents are not unusual."The cruise ships are experts in handling it.After a norovirus outbreak, they sterilize the cruise ships.The cruise ship industry knows what they're doing," Dash said.Dash advised travelers to stay informed, monitor the situation, and always purchase travel insurance."Always take travel insurance because it does protect your investment, and also if there is a problem along the way, they will subsidize a lot of the expenses," Dash said.According to health experts, travelers should monitor outbreaks and take precautions.Stay up-to-date: The latest headlines and weather from WPBF 25