“This [shore-side electrical power] is another important tool we are using to grow in a diverse and environmentally responsible manner.” — Geraldine Knatz, Ph.D., Executive Director of the Port of Los Angeles, February 24, 2011

“The number of outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness on cruise ships sailing from U.S. ports dropped again in 2010, continuing a downward trend that began several years ago as the industry increased prevention efforts. … Sometimes called the ’24-hour flu’ even though it is unrelated to influenza, norovirus is the most common cause of gastrointestinal illness [...]

“Cruising, of course, is one of my favorite things.” — Oprah, November 19, 2010

“Cruise ships have an impressive safety record — especially when one considers that annual cruise bookings have risen by more than 1 million since 9/11.” — Robert Reid, Special to CNN, November 16, 2010

“Norovirus (previously known as Norwalk virus) is not a ‘cruise ship illness.’” — Ocala.com, November 14, 2010