CDC to Allow a Phased-In Return to Cruising in the US Carnival Cruise Cruise Norwegian Cruise Lines Royal Caribbean Travel Advisory Travel News by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - October 31, 2020October 31, 20200 The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is letting the no-sail order expire on Oct. 31, setting the stage for a conditional, phased-in return to cruise ship operations. “Considering the continued spread of COVID-19 worldwide and increased risk of COVID-19 on cruise ships, a careful approach is needed to safely resume cruise ship passenger operations,” the CDC said in its Oct. 30 statement. “CDC is establishing requirements to mitigate the COVID-19 risk to passengers and crew, prevent the further spread of COVID-19 from cruise ships into U.S. communities, and protect public health and safety.” The phase-in to cruising will start with testing and implemented safeguards for crew members “while these cruise ship operators build the laboratory capacity needed to test future passengers.” After that, “test voyages”
Cruise Lines Will Now Require COVID-19 Test Prior to You Sailing Carnival Cruise Cruise Norwegian Cruise Lines Royal Caribbean Travel Travel Advisory Travel News by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - October 16, 2020October 16, 20200 Testing will be performed on all passengers and crew as travelers slowly wade back into the waters of traveling again. Cruise lines are finding ways to ease concerns about the close quarters and communal nature of their seafaring vessels. Now, several major cruise companies have agreed to implement new regulations that will require passengers to prove their negative COVID-19 status before embarking on any ships. The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), which represents major cruise lines around the world, recently released a statement that all of its members worldwide have agreed to test passengers and crews on all ships with a capacity to carry 250 people or more. Only those with a negative test result will be allowed to embark. “We see testing as
Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines is Removing the Buffet Post Coronavirus Caribbean Cruise Royal Caribbean by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - May 21, 2020May 21, 20200 Royal Caribbean announced during a conference call that health and safety changes being planned for a post-coronavirus cruise industry include eliminating traditional buffet offerings. Royal Caribbean CEO Michael Bayley revealed during a virtual call with the cruise line’s senior vice president Vicki Freed that buffets will have to be at least temporarily removed from ships to avoid any concerns about the spread of illnesses. “I think in the beginning, there will not be a buffet, that's how I see it,” Bayley said. “We will utilize the space, we will utilize the Windjammer, but in all probability, it won't be a classical buffet.” “It will be something more akin to a restaurant,” Bayley continued. The likely removal of buffets from dining areas is just the
St. Croix Welcomes First Post Hurricane Maria Cruise Ship Cruise Travel by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - November 13, 2017November 13, 20170 The Norwegian Dawn will make its way to St. Croix on November 11. // Photo by Norwegian Cruise Line ShareFacebookTwitterLinkedInEmailPrint According to a statement issued by the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism, the Norwegian Dawn, with a capacity of 2,340 passengers and 1,032 crew members, will dock on the island of St. Croix on three occasions this month, beginning Saturday, November 11. The ship's arrival will mark the return of leisure cruise travelers to the largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) after nearly two months. Royal Caribbean's Adventure of the Seas docked on the island on September 17, just days before Hurricane Maria struck. "St. Croix looks forward to welcoming the passengers and crew of the Norwegian Dawn this weekend, and sharing with them our warm, resilient Crucian spirit," said Beverly Nicholson-Doty, commissioner of tourism for the
Top 3 Most Popular Ship to Shore Excursions Uncategorized by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - September 15, 20170 One of the best insider tips for booking a fun cruise is to choose a ship with popular shore excursions. These three ships consistently rate highly on the fun scale with passengers who enjoy ports of call adventures. Carnival Triumph The Carnival Triumph has regular itineraries departing from the Port of New Orleans and cruising through the Caribbean. Each journey includes the opportunity to jump ship at the port of Cozumel. While this might seem like a tourist-weary location, a quick jeep ride can take you into the jungle. And, a horseback ride with a local guide will immerse you in the authentic nature experience of a tropical location. For the adventurous, rent a motorcycles, scooter, or Segway and simply ride around the
Hurricane Irma Damage Has Indefinitely Closed 4 Cruise Ports Carnival Cruise Cruise Travel Travel Advisory by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - September 15, 2017September 15, 20170 Four popular cruise ports, including the top two ports in 2016, are closed indefinitely to cruise ships due to damage caused by Hurricane Irma. Since so many of our readers have asked about the different cruise ports in the Caribbean and which ones were affected by the storm, here is a rundown of the cruise ports that are open and closed following the storm. St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Tortola, Key West: All four ports are closed indefinitely. Gene Sloan at USA Today is reporting that St. Thomas and St Maarten could be closed to cruise ships for weeks, and possibly for months. Norwegian Cruise Line has replaced all Eastern Caribbean itineraries until November with Western Caribbean ones and Royal Caribbean has ships that will be stopping in St. Kitts and
Royal Caribbean Launches Newest Cruise Ship Cruise by Corey Grant - Travel Agent - May 13, 2016May 13, 20160 Royal Caribbean has launched its newest and the world's largest cruise ship the "Harmony of the Seas". For the inaugural season, Harmony of the Seas will offer 7 night western Mediterranean cruises originating from Barcelona and Rome. At the end of the summer season, the ship will cross the Atlantic to the United States, where she will offer 7 night eastern and western Caribbean cruises originating from Port Everglades, Florida. Amenities aboard Harmony of the Seas will include: The "Ultimate Abyss", a 10-story dual dry slide The "Perfect Storm" waterslides A 3-D theatre The Aqua Theatre for diving shows The Bionic Bar where drinks will be made solely by robots Central Park and Boardwalk The Broadway show, "Grease" Adventure Ocean DreamWorks Experience
