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Should You Cruise? CDC's Warning, Positivity Rates on Land vs Ships, and New Rules for 2022

CruiseHabit
CruiseHabit
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👁️ 423 views📅 4 years ago⏱️ 49:02
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we're cruise people we just got off the ship a couple days ago

the protocols actually seem to be ensuring reduced transmission on cruise ships

positivity rate on even the cruise ships making the headlines even among crew seems to be about one-fifth of that that we're seeing on uh on land in florida

if you're not comfortable cruising please uh do right by yourself and also you know isolate as best is practical

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get boosted if eligible
Wear an N95 mask at airports and in Ubers
Test at the terminal before boarding if possible
If not cruising, isolate as best as practical when going out

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Risk of infection on cruise shipsCruise ships have stricter protocols than many land venues, making them relatively safer
Changes to onboard experience due to protocolsExpect some adjustments like outdoor karaoke or reduced capacity, but overall experience remains enjoyable

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs it safe to cruise during the Omicron variant?
QHow do cruise ship positivity rates compare to land?
QWhat are the CDC's new guidance and its limitations?
QWhat should first-timers consider when planning a cruise?

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YouTube Video Description

Is it safe to cruise? Omicron is presenting travel challenges, and the CDC put out new guidance for cruisers. We're discussing that guidance, the lower positivity rates on ships when compared to land, and other factors you should consider if you're planning to cruise or go anywhere else. At the end, we'll even tell you about what we're confident is a policy update you'll see for cruise lines in the next two weeks. #cruise #cruisenews #omicron #travel