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EXCITING NEWS, CRUISES TO BEGIN SAILING SOON!

The CDC has finally lifted the no-sail order and has established a phased resumption of cruising from the US! In making their decision, the CDC considered the recommendations from the Healthy Sail Panel which was put together by The Royal Caribbean Group and Norwegian Cruise Lines Holdings (https://www.getreadytocruise.com/BlogPosts/view/16268) as well as recommendations from Carnival Corporation and MSC Cruises which has been sailing safely and successfully in Europe since August.

This new measured approach to sailing will include new protocols and changes including (but not limited to):

•      Frequent testing of all guests and crew
• Reduced passenger capacity
•      Changes to all onboard venues (including entertainment and dining venues) to allow for social distancing
•      Mask requirement
•      Upgraded medical facilities to accommodate testing and treatment if needed
•      Clearly defined evacuation procedures in the event of an outbreak

In an additional effort to make sure that cruising is safe for both guests and crew, it's expected that ships will limit passengers to their own sanctioned shore excursions in order to keep everyone safe and inside “the bubble.” All health and safety policies will be reviewed frequently by both the CDC and the cruise lines and managed accordingly.

Before sailing with guests, the cruise lines will be required to sail several test voyages make sure that everything is implemented correctly (sign me up!) and in fact many have already started calling crew back to work and have begun retrofitting ships to accommodate the new protocols. We don't yet have a date for cruising to resume but it is expected to be either late this year or early next year!

With many wanting to travel closer to home, Alaska has become a hot destination for next year. If you missed our live Alaska presentation on October 21, you can view a replay here: https://www.getreadytocruise.com/event/5lv8jwUlIu/   And keep in mind, you have until November 4 to take advantage of the special event offers.

Our next live event delve’s into the wonderful world of river cruises. To register for Once Upon a River, visit here: https://www.getreadytocruise.com/event/H6lklx7TDD/

It’s been a tough year for everyone…wouldn’t it be great to have something to look forward to in 2021? Call me when you’re ready to begin planning!

 

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