Nearly 500 cases of Norovirus have been reported on two Florida-based Princess Cruises ships , the cruise line said Sunday . The 499 illnesses occurred on the Ruby Princess and Crown Princess . In a statement released by Royal Caribbean International, the cruise line said it was "deeply saddened" to learn of the deaths but that its "thoughts are with all those affected. Norovirus can cause diarrhea , vomiting and stomach pain .
The 499 illnesses occurred on the Ruby Princess and Crown Princess . In a statement released by Royal Caribbean International, the cruise line said it was "deeply saddened" to learn of the deaths but that its "thoughts are with all those affected. Norovirus can cause diarrhea , vomiting and stomach pain .