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Editorial Summary

The creator provides an update on several cruise ship situations involving health concerns and itinerary changes. Good news is reported regarding the Anthem of the Seas, which departed New York for Bermuda with negative test results and no signs of sickness. In contrast, the Caribbean Princess was forced to turn around and return to Fort Lauderdale after over 200 passengers experienced digestive issues. The creator notes that passengers on that vessel will receive refunds and cruise credits. A more significant issue involves Holland America's Westerdam, which is currently unable to find a port to disembark passengers. After being denied entry to various locations in Japan and Thailand, the ship remains in a state of limbo despite reports that no one on board is currently sick. The creator explains that many countries are denying entry out of an abundance of caution due to the ship's recent history of picking up passengers in Hong Kong. The video concludes with the creator addressing previous comments regarding his opinions on the Westerdam and clarifying his stance on receiving hate mail versus healthy dialogue.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Westerdam
Seriously Soggy
All-time creator consensus for Westerdam
A Nibble

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

What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsCruise VlogπŸ…Authority Creator
Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the first good news is yes yesterday the anthem of the Seas did leave New York Harbor out of New Jersey

the Caribbean princess yesterday turned around from its itinerary as over 200 passengers has come down with the norovirus on board

Thailand announced today on their Facebook page and the president saying that he has denied entry to the Western am again

they are a ship going nowhere with no place to land

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Don't panic about cruise ships because there have been no cases in North America
βœ“Consider going on a cruise to show there's not too much to worry about

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the latest news on cruise ships regarding sickness and port denials?
QWhat should passengers do if their cruise is affected by operational issues?

Topics Covered

Safety Medical1 Sad BaconPort Destination4 Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Bangkok4 Sad Bacon
Fort Lauderdale2Β½ Sad Bacon
Hong Kong4 Sad Bacon
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