Ambition illness outbreak hits Ambassador Cruise Line ship Ambition near Bordeaux; 50+ with GI symptoms. UK-based cruise firm launched Ambience in 2021.
A UK/Ireland–based crowd aboard Ambassador Cruise Line's Ambition has been kept onboard Bordeaux after a GI illness outbreak. About 50 people have shown symptoms; a 92-year-old passenger has died, though officials say the death is not linked to the illness. Disembarkation is paused while samples are analysed and safety measures are stepped up, with refunds offered for affected guests.