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Editorial Summary

The video provides a comprehensive update on the cruise industry, covering cancellations, new safety protocols, and corporate shifts. Norwegian Cruise Line has announced the cancellation of all October sailings across its brands, though it has introduced an updated peace of mind cancellation policy for 2021 bookings to provide flexibility. Regarding Royal Caribbean, the creator discusses rumors that the Empress of the Seas may be scrapped and shares an update from the company CEO regarding crew welfare and dining room menu refreshments. A significant portion of the report focuses on the TUI cruise line, which has commenced post-pandemic sailing in Germany. The video details specific safety measures observed on board, including sixty percent capacity limits, contactless QR code dining, and thermal scanning for passengers. Finally, the report addresses news from Carnival, noting the sale of additional ships to increase liquidity and addressing rumors regarding the potential sale of the Cunard and Seabourn brands, which the company has denied.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Carnival Cruise Line
Mild Gripe
All-time creator consensus for Carnival Cruise Line
A Nibble

This review is more critical than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

the first major cruise line has actually started sailing

it's very sad news we are losing so many fantastic cruise ships to the virus

dining on the ships has moved to a contactless system this is really interesting

what do you think is this enough to keep you safe on cruise ships or do you think it's going too far

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book cruises in 2021 with the updated cancellation policy for extra flexibility
Use QR codes for contactless dining on ships
Wear masks in situations where social distancing isn't possible

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the current status of cruise line cancellations and resumptions?
QWhat safety measures are being implemented on ships?
QWhich cruise ships are being sold or scrapped?

Topics Covered

Safety Medical2 Happy BaconShip Condition2½ Sad BaconBooking Process2½ Happy BaconItinerary Route1½ Sad BaconCrowd Capacity1 Happy BaconDining Buffet1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Norway2 Happy Bacon
Hamburg1½ Happy Bacon
Malta2½ Sad Bacon
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