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THE HONEST TRUTH about Cruising in 2022

Cruise With Ben and David
Cruise With Ben and David
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πŸ‘οΈ 56K viewsπŸ“… 4 years ago⏱️ 14:55

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Editorial Summary

The creators discuss the current state of the cruise industry, noting that cruising is returning to normalcy following the pandemic. They highlight significant changes such as the removal of most mask mandates for passengers and the end of CDC no sail orders. The video covers essential travel requirements, including vaccination policies which vary by cruise line, and the necessity of pre-cruise testing. The creators explain that while many restrictions have lifted, passengers should still verify specific regulations for their cruise line and destination. They also touch upon improvements in safety protocols, such as enhanced medical centers and the implementation of e-muster drills via mobile apps. Additionally, the creators observe that ships are not yet at full capacity, offering a quieter experience for travelers. They conclude by recommending that travelers secure comprehensive travel insurance, print necessary documentation, and take advantage of currently reasonable base fares. Ultimately, they express confidence that cruising is currently a safe and enjoyable form of travel.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Seriously Tasty
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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

we've done 13 cruises since the pandemic started so we've got lots of experience

thank god most if not all cruise lines now have done away with masks which is amazing

it's the safest form of travel in our opinion because no other form of transport airlines don't require vaccines

now is really a good time to cruise we haven't seen anywhere at capacity yet

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Check your cruise line's specific vaccination and testing requirements before sailing
βœ“Print out all vaccination statuses and insurance documents as backup
βœ“Get travel insurance that specifically covers cruise vacations and COVID-19
βœ“Pack hand sanitizer and masks just in case local requirements change
βœ“Be flexible as itineraries may still change due to pandemic effects

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Safety of cruising during pandemic β€” Cruising is now the safest form of travel as all passengers are vaccinated, unlike airlines
Mask requirements β€” Most cruise lines have removed mask mandates for passengers, making the experience much more enjoyable
Potential for itinerary changes or cancellations β€” The threat of cancellation is much lower now, but still get travel insurance and be flexible
Complex testing and vaccination rules β€” Check your specific cruise line's COVID procedures page and print all documents as backup

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs cruising back to normal in 2022?
QWhat are the current mask policies on cruise ships?
QWhat are the vaccination and testing requirements?
QIs it a good time to cruise right now?
QWhat has changed in cruising since the pandemic?

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