BREAKING CRUISE NEWS - CARNIVAL CANCELS TESTING PLANS
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The creator discusses recent changes to testing protocols implemented by Carnival Cruise Line. Following a previous announcement that testing windows would be reduced to two days, Carnival had initially suggested that mobile testing would be available at cruise ports to assist passengers. However, the creator reports that Carnival has now decided to cancel these mobile testing plans at cruise ports, citing logistical difficulties. The creator expresses significant disappointment with this decision, noting that competitors like Royal Caribbean continue to provide port testing. The video highlights the challenges this poses for international travelers, specifically Canadians, who cannot use home tests and must instead find local pharmacies or pay high costs for airport testing. The creator also notes that Carnival is not providing testing for vaccinated passengers upon disembarkation, forcing them to arrange their own tests. The video concludes with the creator stating that these decisions make cruising with Carnival too difficult and suggests that the company appears to be prioritizing cost reduction over passenger service and convenience.
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carnival cruise line yeah once again they're doing some things that i i it's just very disappointing
carnival has also now decided that they are no longer going to do those ports uh we're not going to do mobile testing at carnival in the cruise sports
i'm not very happy with it remember carnival's done some interesting decisions right they're the ones that have opened up the buffet everyone can go to the buffet
i honestly am very frustrated with this decision again along with many of the numerous decisions carnival seems to be doing
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