Future lengthy cruises and world cruises—some up to a half-year in length—are selling out quickly during this pandemic era. Cruise lines report soaring, pent-up consumer demand for longer voyages. Case in point? On January 26, Oceania Cruises opened bookings for its 2023 …
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Last week, American Queen Steamboat Company and Victory Cruise Lines announced that they’d require proof of a COVID-19 vaccine for all overnight guests, starting July 1, 2021. Saga Cruises, a U.K. cruise line, also is requiring guests to have received a vaccination …
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The ban, which has been extended until Feb. 28, 2022, applies to all cruise vessels carrying more than 100 people. The ban was first implemented in March 2020 and was set to expire Feb. 28, 2021.
For one small cruise operator, the 2021 season is over before it even began. Adventure Canada, a one-ship company based in Mississauga, Ontario that’s famous for its expedition cruises in the Canadian Arctic, has canceled all its sailings for the …
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The Globus family of brands tomorrow will announce that all guests will be required to provide proof of a Covid-19 vaccine, a negative test or virus immunity in order to travel. The company, which operates the tour and vacation package …
While no sailings are scheduled until at least May from the United States, the Cozumel mayor stated that cruise ships can navigate without ever having to enter U.S. waters. “If they can’t leave from the United States, let ships make …
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fall of his young granddaughter from an 11th-story window of a cruise ship docked in Puerto Rico was sentenced Monday to three years’ probation, according to justice officials. Salvatore “Sam” Anello, of Valparaiso, Indiana, had pleaded guilty in the case …
TUI Group has announced that its demand for the summer 2021 holiday season is looking good, despite the “uncertainties,” and the group is prepared for a resumption of tourism. Among the factors that contribute to the group’s preparedness are the …
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If you’re wondering how cold Alaska cruises are and whether it’s better to cruise early or late in the season, you’re not alone. Unpredictable Alaska cruise weather has many travelers hesitating over which month to book their sailing. Weather in …
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(Ponant) By The Maritime Executive 02-08-2021 08:37:51 Qatar is poised to become the next country to permit the resumption of cruising on a limited basis. Following a similar model as other countries that permitted cruises for citizens and residents, Qatar …
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