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Cruise Line News - MSC New Rules - Holland America More Suspensions

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Creator's Key Takeaways

holland america has taken it even farther they're looking at what's going on globally they're looking at where their cruise ships primarily sail and have said actually we are pausing all cruising until december 15th

msc is still going to prepare to sail they've got their first sailing with the msc grandiosa on august 16th it will be a mediterranean cruise

if you want to be on msc's cruise you have to be from the schengen area that would be the guy in europe

the ship will be at reduced capacity it will only be at 70 capacity they will be doing temperature checks and the face masks do need to be warm where social distancing doesn't allow for

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“If you have a Holland America booking, decide by September 15th whether to take a future cruise credit or request a cash refund.
โœ“Consider the limitations of future cruise credits, such as validity periods and booking-only use.
โœ“Be prepared to wear masks and follow safety protocols if cruising with MSC.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the new rules for MSC cruises?
QWhy has Holland America extended its suspension?
QHow do future cruise credits work for Holland America?

Topics Covered

Booking Process1 Sad BaconValue Pricing1 Happy BaconItinerary Route1 Sad BaconSafety Medical1ยฝ Happy BaconCrowd CapacityMehExcursions1ยฝ Sad BaconPort Destination1ยฝ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Mediterranean1ยฝ Happy Bacon
Top: MSC-organized shore excursions
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YouTube Video Descriptionโ†“

We have some big cruise line news to cover this week. As we look at resuming cruising the MSC new rules for ports and cruising will upset some cruisers. Holland American has also decided to cancel cruising well beyond the CDC no sail order and the CLIA recommendation. So check out our cruise news today for all that and more. As we see some cruise line reopening, Holland America has decided to continue their pause on cruising. Currently the CLIA has suspended cruising until October 31st, 2020. Holland Americas new estimated start date is December 15th, 2020. They are offering guests 125% FCC if you have paid in full or if you have partially paid you can receive double your deposit up to the base fare in FCC. If you would like to get a refund you need to complete the online form by September 15th, 2020. You can use the following link to complete the form https://book2.hollandamerica.com/cp/. So we can add this to our growing list of cruise cancellations 2020. MSC cruises will be resuming cruising in August. This is big cruise news as many cruise lines continue to suspend sailings. The MSC Grandiosa and the MSC Magnifica will be sailing to ports in the Mediterranean. MSC cruise line updates their guidelines to ensure passenger, crew and local health. They will be following the EU Healthy Gateways Guidelines. A few major points is that they are sailing at 70% capacity, masks are required when you can't socially distance, and they will be taking temperatures. All this is to lower the risk of COVID19. What do you think of today's cruise line news update? Do you feel the cruise line industry has done enough to ensure everyones safety? Where do you stand on wearing a mask on a cruise ship? Thank you for watching our cruise line news today. If you liked the video please gives us a thumbs up and subscribe to our channel. Happy Travels! Traveling Flamingo ๐Ÿฆฉ #cruisenews #travel #royalcaribbean -=-=- Music -=-=- Epidemic Sound: Tropical by Timothy Infinite https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/3R06KCxbQp