Are you looking to set sail on a cruise vacation but wondering which cruise lines are currently open? With the ongoing pandemic, many cruise lines have taken necessary precautions and have temporarily suspended operations, while others have resumed sailing with new health and safety protocols in place. In this article, we will take a closer look at which cruise lines are open for business.
Major Cruise Lines that are Open:
- Royal Caribbean International
- Norwegian Cruise Line
- Carnival Cruise Line
Royal Caribbean has resumed sailing as of December 2020 with their ship, Quantum of the Seas, operating out of Singapore. The ship is operating at reduced capacity and implementing strict health and safety measures such as mandatory COVID-19 testing before boarding and enhanced cleaning protocols.
Norwegian Cruise Line has also resumed operations with their ship, Norwegian Jade, sailing from Piraeus (Athens), Greece in July 2021. The ship is operating at reduced capacity and implementing enhanced health and safety measures such as mandatory face masks in public areas and frequent sanitation.
Carnival Cruise Line has announced that they plan to resume operations on select ships starting in July 2021. They will be implementing new health protocols such as pre-cruise COVID-19 testing, reduced capacity, and enhanced cleaning measures.
Other Cruise Lines that are Open:
- AIDA Cruises
- MSC Cruises
- Hurtigruten
AIDA Cruises is currently operating select ships in the Canary Islands with enhanced health and safety protocols such as pre-boarding COVID-19 testing for guests and crew members.
MSC Cruises has resumed operations in the Mediterranean with their ship, MSC Grandiosa operating at reduced capacity and implementing new health and safety measures such as temperature checks and frequent sanitation.
Hurtigruten has resumed sailings along the Norwegian coast with reduced capacity and new health protocols such as pre-boarding COVID-19 testing for guests.
Conclusion:
While some major cruise lines have yet to announce their resumption of operations, there are still options available for those looking to set sail. It’s important to note that each cruise line has implemented their own unique health and safety protocols to ensure the safety of their guests and crew members. Before booking your cruise vacation, be sure to check the latest information from the cruise line regarding their specific protocols and guidelines.