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Holland America Line Halts Cruises For 30 Days

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Holland American Line announced Friday evening that the 14 ships in their fleet would stop sailing for the next 30 days. “We Must Take A Leadership Position” “These are unprecedented times,” said Holland America Line president Orlando Ashford, “and while no guests or crew have tested positive for COVID-19 on any of our ships, we […]

Carnival Cruise Line Temporarily Cancels All Sailings

A view of the upper deck of a Carnival cruise ship featuring a large red funnel with two fins, water slides, and multiple sunbathing areas. The ship is sailing on a clear day with blue skies and calm ocean waters, heading towards the pristine shores of Grand Turk.

(Updated March 14, 11:24 a.m. EDT) Carnival Cruise Line canceled cruises effective March 14, with ships tentatively expected to return to service on Friday, April 10, 2020. In an unusual twist, the announcement came not from the company itself, but via a tweet from President Donald Trump. READ MORE: Carnival Details Cancelled Passengers Compensation The […]

Canada Closes Ports to Cruise Ships; Could Impact Alaska Itineraries

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The Canadian government has temporarily barred all cruise ships carrying more than 500 people from docking. “Cruise Season Is Suspended” The ban, which will be in place until July, was announced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The ban will be for all cruise ships or ferries which carry 500 people or more, including crew members. […]

Norwegian To Cruisers Over 70: Get A Doctor’s Note

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Norwegian Cruise Line has begun informing passengers that anyone over the age of 70 will need a doctor’s approval to sail. Who Will Have To Fill Out The Form In a letter to guests and travel partners, Norwegian Cruise Line explains the new policy. “To help ensure the safety and well-being of all guests and […]

Viking Cruises Suspends All Sailings Until May

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In a stunning move, Viking Cruises announced that they will stop sailing until at least May 1. “COVID-19 Has Made Travel Exceedingly Complicated” In an emotional video, Viking chairman Torstein Hagen shared the news personally, saying that over the past 23 years, he felt the company’s guests and employees had become “one large Viking family.” […]

Second “No-Sail Order” Issued for Florida-based Cruise Ship

A large white, Florida-based cruise ship docked at a pier on a sunny day with blue water and a cloudy sky. The bow of the ship prominently features a blue wave design. A coastline with trees and buildings is visible in the background, highlighting the hiatus due to the No-Sail Order.

For the second time in less than 24 hours, another Princess Cruise ship was issued a “no-sail order” by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention while awaiting the results of coronavirus testing. The latest “no-sail order” was issued for the Caribbean Princess because two crew members currently working aboard the ship were transferred […]

State Department Says U.S. Citizens Should Not Cruise

Two large cruise ships are docked side by side at a port. The ship on the left, named "Mariner of the Seas," features colorful waterslides on its deck. The ship on the right, with a distinctive red and blue funnel, is popular among U.S. citizens for its luxury cruises. The water and sky are clear and bright.

The U.S. State Department has issued a new travel advisory that says that citizens, especially those with underlying health conditions, should not sail on cruise ships. This comes only a day after Senator Marco Rubio, off a meeting with Vice President Mike Pence and cruise industry execs, insisted, “No one wants to see cruises canceled […]

“No-Sail Order” Issued For Florida Cruise Ship, Voyage Cancelled

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(Updated 10:00 p.m. EST) – On Sunday, the U.S. Center for Disease Control issued a “no-sail order” for Regal Princess, axing the ship’s next scheduled voyage from Port Everglades, Florida. Travel agents were advised they should pass news of the cancellation along to any clients expecting to set sail. READ MORE: Second No Sail Order […]

Another Carnival Cruise Ship Is Skipping Grand Turk

A view of the upper deck of a Carnival cruise ship featuring a large red funnel with two fins, water slides, and multiple sunbathing areas. The ship is sailing on a clear day with blue skies and calm ocean waters, heading towards the pristine shores of Grand Turk.

For the second week in a row, several Carnival cruise ships will be skipping Grand Turk as the island struggles with its policies regarding coronavirus. “We Want To Avoid Any Possibility Of Delay” Last week, Carnival Magic was able to dock, but guests were not permitted to disembark. This time, rather than deal with Grand […]

Cruise Ship Held Off Florida Coast For Crew Member Testing

A large cruise ship, with the name "Princess Cruises" on the side, sails on a calm ocean near the Florida coast under a partly cloudy blue sky. The ship has multiple decks and is painted white with blue accents.

The Regal Princess is being held off the coast of Florida while two crew members are tested for coronavirus. UPDATED STORY: “No-Sail Order” Issued for Florida Cruise Ship, Voyage Cancelled While there is no indication either crew member is infected, they were recently transferred to the ship from Grand Princess, which is currently dealing with […]