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Curated Conversation: Port Operations in Europe

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👁️ 920 views📅 5 years ago⏱️ 36:20
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Creator Had Mixed FeelingsTips & AdviceCasual Creator

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the first protocol would be the negative publicity that was generated by the port's denying tips entry in the United States and a problem in Japan will live long in the minds of a lot of people

the second protocol has to be under health procedures and in relation to what is required for ports and what is required from a national government policy

we need to see this clear destination guidelines but also timelines when the industry can make preparation for the ships to return to the ports

we are all working hard on these new protocols we have hired a lot of outside expertise we are really looking at this scientifically

Creator's Tips & Advice

Ports and destinations should focus on health and safety protocols for ship and port staff
Cruise lines should communicate clearly about resumption timelines and expectations
Shore excursion providers should reduce capacity and use technology for social distancing

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat will it take to bring cruising safely back to Europe?
QHow can ports and destinations create a controlled and safe environment for cruise passengers?
QWhat are the key challenges for resuming cruise operations in Europe?

Topics Covered

Safety Medical2 Happy BaconBooking Process½ Happy BaconPort Destination½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity1 Sad BaconValue Pricing½ Happy BaconExcursions½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Europe1 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

In a series of curated conversations Mary Bond discusses what it will take to bring cruising safely back to Europe. Hear from experts within the cruise industry about where they see things changing, and join the conversation online. Mary Bond catches up with Claus Bødker, Director, Cruise Baltic; Carmen Morosan, Global Shore Excursions Manager, Intercruises; Ukko Metsola, VP, Government Relations, Europe & Asia-Pacific, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd and Captain Michael McCarthy, Chairman, Cruise Europe.