90-Second Read: Travel plans steady amid concerns over Hantavirus outbreak

While the Hantavirus outbreak is vastly different in scale and severity compared to the COVID-19 pandemic, some cruisers are concerned. The Hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship crossing the Atlantic has raised concerns among some travelers, but Maryland travel agents say summer bookings remain steady as Memorial Day weekend approaches. What to know about the outbreak "Travel will always be there. Travel agent Dillworth Daley told WBAL-TV 11 News that the travel industry has rebounded significantly after the COVID-19 pandemic, which had a devastating impact on his business. I just shared with her that it is a small ship, there is the CDC that monitors cruise ships," Daley told WBAL-TV 11 News.

For those uncertain about their travel plans, Daley recommends consulting a trusted travel advisor and securing travel insurance. 2, always get travel insurance," Daley told WBAL-TV 11 News. While some plans allow cancellations for any reason, they don't always guarantee a full refund. Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruises were contacted to see if they plan to implement changes to protect passengers or if they've experienced a drop in bookings. Carnival Cruises referred inquiries to an international association, but no response has been received yet.

There's always something that somebody wants to celebrate. I did have a client that reached out last week, she's going on a cruise in I think June or July, I can't remember which one of those months and she was a little bit concerned. Those are the things that I say to persons all the time. Some policies offer travel credits instead, requiring travelers to book another trip to use the funds.