I agree that locking down the industry was a big mistake. From what I've heard, cruise ships are well run and are quick to employ procedures to protect their passengers.

I would think a cruise ship would be one of the safest places to be during a pandemic as ships have controlled entry points and methods for sanitation.

BTW, I think the cruise industry responded quite responsibly when the world learned of the outbreak. The over the top reaction came from the governments and not the industry.