CRUISE NEWS - PRE CRUISE TESTING AT THE PORT CHANGE - CARNIVAL CHANGE THEIR MINDS
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The creator provides an update regarding changes to Carnival Cruise Line's testing protocols. Previously, the cruise line had proposed a two-day testing cycle and promised to implement testing options at the port for passengers who could not secure results in time. However, the creator reports that Carnival has now stated that port-side testing is not logistically feasible and will not be moving forward. The host suggests this change may be due to the company not originally incorporating testing infrastructure into their initial pricing or planning, unlike cruise lines in the United Kingdom or the Mediterranean. The video also addresses personal anecdotes regarding wearing masks in Alaska and the ease of using home tests. The creator notes that while the reversal on port testing might leave a sour taste for some travelers, home testing remains a viable and simple option for many passengers. The host concludes by reflecting on a recent Alaskan cruise, noting a focus on port excursions rather than ship exploration.
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cruise news time with carnival making a change to uh their proposed approach to testing let's talk about it
carnival has come out and said nah it's not gonna work out logistically we can't make it work out
i do recommend alaska i'll talk more about it there's so much to unpack there's still so much more to share
this is the first cruise where i have very minimally explored the cruise ship
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