CRUISE NEWS - MORE TROUBLE FOR NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINES
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The creator discusses recent operational difficulties faced by Norwegian Cruise Line. One incident involved the Norwegian Escape hitting a sand bar in the Dominican Republic due to high winds, which necessitated hull repairs and the cancellation of the cruise. While the crew received praise for passenger service and full refunds were provided, the creator notes significant logistical failures at the airport for passengers flying home. Many travelers reported a lack of assistance and confusion regarding charter flights. The creator advises booking flights through cruise lines and maintaining travel insurance to mitigate such risks. Additionally, the Norwegian Joy reportedly skipped a port in Mexico due to propulsion issues and is returning to its home port for repairs. The video concludes with positive news regarding CDC protocol changes. New guidelines for highly vaccinated cruises have removed capacity restrictions in cruise ports and allowed for the return of interactive activities, such as galley tours and group game shows, which were previously restricted.
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they were flying everybody home back to orlando and from orlando that's where you're on your own
people are now really complaining and saying it was just a complete mad house at the airport
always have insurance when you travel always always always even for a short little trip to the caribbean
the cdc very quietly on friday made some little changes some little changes to the protocols
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