CRUISE NEWS - 2022 CRUISE PREDICTIONS w/Tony and Don

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In this live stream, hosts Tony and Don discuss their predictions and observations for the cruise industry heading into 2022. A significant portion of the conversation focuses on the impact of the Omicron variant, with the hosts discussing potential vaccine booster requirements and the cautiousness of Caribbean ports regarding medical facilities. They address the media coverage surrounding COVID-19 cases on ships and debate whether current protocols are driven by actual health risks or public perception. The hosts also provide practical advice for travelers, including the importance of cruise insurance, the benefits of refundable deposits, and tips for finding better pricing by researching total costs rather than just base fares. Additionally, they answer viewer questions regarding specific cruise lines, such as the differences in dining and entertainment between Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, and Norwegian, as well as the logistics of cruising in Alaska and Greece. The session concludes with personal updates on their upcoming travel plans and a discussion on the nuances of loyalty programs and ship amenities.
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i think it's going to be three doses of vaccine will be the new norm right fully vaccinated will now be three
make sure make sure that you've got that you've got cruise insurance let me catch a couple of these super chats
if you're nervous about it you don't want to be nervous that's that's cruising's supposed to be fun you should not be nervous about going on a vacation
i think prices are going to continue to drop as long as cancellations keep dropping
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