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CRUISE NEWS - ROYAL SAYS NO CRUISE FOR YOU, DISNEY TIGHTENS CRUISE POLICY, BAHAMAS WARNING

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πŸ‘οΈ 52K viewsπŸ“… 5 years ago⏱️ 10:33

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Editorial Summary

The creator discusses recent changes to cruise protocols and travel advisories. He addresses a situation involving a couple from Utah who were unable to board a Royal Caribbean cruise due to testing requirements. While the media suggested the cruise line provided late notice, the creator notes that Royal Caribbean announced new testing policies for vaccinated passengers in late July. He emphasizes the importance of travelers performing due diligence by checking official websites for updated health protocols. The video also covers Disney Cruise Line's updated policy regarding the Bahamas, stating that unvaccinated passengers aged 12 and older can no longer sail to the region, including to Castaway Cay. Finally, the creator mentions a Level 4 travel advisory issued by the CDC for the Bahamas. He clarifies that while the CDC recommends against travel to the area due to outbreaks, these are guidelines rather than mandates, and cruise lines will ultimately decide whether to alter their itineraries or policies based on this information.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Mild Gripe
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A Nibble

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Creator's Key Takeaways

you got to check your protocols a lot

this ain't the time to cruise if you can't figure out what your protocols are a week before your cruise

the rules are changing so yeah disney if you're on a disney cruise if you're unvaccinated if you're over the age of 12 check with disney

the cdc done jacked the bahamas up to the highest level they put a bunch of countries on the list that are having challenges right now with outbreaks

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Check your cruise line's health protocols frequently, as they can change rapidly.
βœ“Verify testing requirements and accepted test types before your cruise departure.
βœ“If unvaccinated and over 12, check with Disney Cruise Line for Bahamas itinerary restrictions.

Questions This Creator Answers

QDid Royal Caribbean wrong the Utah couple denied boarding?
QWhat is Disney Cruise Line's new policy for unvaccinated passengers on Bahamas cruises?
QWhat is the CDC's current travel advisory for the Bahamas?

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