MSC Opera skipped its planned call in Malta today after what the government said was 'public alarm raised by misleading information.'

The bold new 'Cruise With Confidence' policy allows travelers on four Royal Caribbean brands to cancel up to 48 hours before sailing.

Carnival Cruise Line revised its policies to allow flexibility for passengers who wish to reschedule for departures through May.

Princess Cruises modified its cancellation policy for cruises and cruise tours departing through May 31 in light of coronavirus uncertainty.

AmaWaterways plans to introduce its 25th river vessel, AmaDahlia, on the Nile starting in September 2021.

Seabourn introduced a new program that lets travelers cancel up to 30 days before departure and receive a 100% future cruise credit.

Short inaugural sailings for Celebrity Apex are still planned for Southampton at the end of March, however the ship's official naming ceremony is postponed.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveiled its new brand strategy in London on Wednesday to UK trade and media focussing on its fleet of four smaller ships and the benefits they bring to customers.

Friday morning update: Results from samples of 45 people aboard Grand Princess were expected today. Meanwhile, all passengers are asked to stay in their rooms.

Silversea Cruises joined a growing number of lines in easing booking and cancellation policies to address travelers' coronavirus uncertainty.