Salmonella Strikes at Sea: Holiday Claims Bureau wins £3,000 for affected traveller

In the world of leisurely cruise ship holidays, travellers often look forward to pristine views, gourmet dining, and a carefree escape from everyday life. But for one traveller, an idyllic 12-night South African voyage aboard the Azamara Journey turned into a hellish ordeal.

On the 8th of February 2023, our client, Mrs Jennifer Firth, set sail. The promise of enchanting destinations lay ahead, but little did she know that her journey would take an unexpected, unpleasant turn. She trusted the specialist cruise ship holiday illness solicitors at Holiday Claims Bureau to handle her case.

The Unwelcome Guest: A Holiday Illness Ruins a Holiday

Two days after she embarked on what should have been a wonderful cruise, Jennifer fell ill. She began feeling unwell, experiencing an uncomfortable bout of diarrhoea. Resorting to diarrhoea tablets and revising her dietary habits, desperately hoping to alleviate the ailment. However, the holiday illness showed no signs of abating.

As the discomfort lingered, Jennifer decided to consult the ship’s doctor. This decision was the turning point in her ordeal. The doctor’s examination led to a strict diet regimen and isolation for one day. Her daily sustenance now comprised chicken, banana, clear soup, white bread, water, and medication. Despite her adherence to this regimen, her condition showed no immediate signs of improvement.

Four days into her illness, she saw a glimmer of hope. While her condition had improved, it had not entirely dissipated. She held fast to the ship doctor’s counsel, maintaining her stringent diet and keeping medication close at hand.

As the cruise journey came to an end and the ship docked on February 20, Jennifer’s battle with Salmonella remained unresolved. Unfortunately, her poor health followed her home to the United Kingdom, persisting throughout her return journey, which concluded around February 28.

If you have experienced any similar symptoms while on a cruise ship holiday, get in touch with the Holiday Claims Bureau today. We will fight for the compensation you deserve for a ruined holiday. Contact us now on 01618132131 or start your claim online using our online form.

A Disturbing Diagnosis and a fight for justice

Jennifer visited her GP on March 1st, where blood tests, and stool samples revealed the unsettling truth: she had fallen victim to Salmonella poisoning.

Ten days later. Jennifer’s husband, equally perturbed by her ordeal, reported her illness directly to Azamara customer relations. It was a cry for justice, a plea for accountability, and a call for resolution.

Unhappy with the response received, Jennifer and her husband decided to seek legal assistance. They contacted the Holiday Claims Bureau, who took up the case. Operating on a no win no fee basis, Holiday Claims Bureau takes on cases with zero cost to the claimant.

In the end, justice prevailed. Jennifer’s case was settled for a substantial £3,000 in compensation, a testament to her resilience and the support of the Holiday Claims Bureau.

The story of Jennifer’s cruise ship Salmonella saga serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of travel. When faced with adversity on holiday, one need not suffer in silence. Seeking legal guidance and reporting such incidents can lead to justice, just as it did for Jennifer. If you have recently experienced a similar situation, it is not too late to seek justice.

Contact the Holiday Claims Bureau today on 01618132131 or start your claim online using our online form.