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At the start of May, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new instructions for the return to cruising.
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Since then we’ve seen some indications that cruises to Alaska may begin again this summer and have seen Disney Cruise Line cancel sailings through July. And now it looks like Carnival Cruise Line is one step closer to an eventual return to sailing.
It’s been over a year since the U.S. cruise industry halted operations due to the global health pandemic. And it’s been difficult on cruise lines ever since — even Disney admitted that cruising would be the last arm of the company to resume operations.
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But as more people get vaccinated, we’re starting to see the first signs that the cruise industry is ready to set sail again soon. The CDC recently stated that cruises could resume as early as mid-July in American waters. But because cruises to Alaska must sail through Canadian waters, things are a little more complicated.
There has been some exciting news about Disney Cruise Line recently!
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Disney recently revealed tons of details about the Disney Wish including the first ever attraction at sea, a Frozen-themed restaurant, a Star Wars lounge, a Marvel dining experience, a sneak peek at the rooms, and so much more.
The cruise industry remains shuttered due to the pandemic.
Will Disney set sail again this year?
The Disney Cruise Line has canceled select sailings through October, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has filed a lawsuit against the CDC’s restrictions, urging the industry to restart. Amidst all of this, though, the CDC’s latest announcement could mean cruises can return sooner than expected.
The CDC has released new travel guidelines.
Will Disney set sail again this year?
The CDC recently issued their next phase of requirements for cruises to resume, leading to backlash from Florida senators and a lawsuit from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. However, the CDC is continuing to release new restrictions that could influence cruise travel — and its most recent notice affects the Bahamas in particular.
The global health pandemic has had a major impact on the cruise industry. Even Disney has stated that Disney Cruise Line would be the last arm of its business to return.
Will Disney set sail again this year?
Disney Cruise Line has also stated that it hopes to resume some limited cruises by fall and even recently released itineraries for summer 2022. However, sailings are still suspended. Previously, U.S. departures have been canceled through June 2021, and European cruises on the Disney Magic were canceled through September 18th. Now more cruises on the Disney Magic in Europe have been canceled.
As the situation with COVID-19 evolves, we continue to see a lot of updates in regards to cruises. Currently, Disney Cruise Line has canceled all departures through June 2021.
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The CDC has shared its requirements for cruise lines and recently stated that it hopes that U.S. cruises can resume by the middle of summer with restrictions in place. Now, Carnival Cruise Line is starting to make plans for the future.
We’ve been keeping you posted on the constantly evolving situation with the Disney Cruise Line.
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Although the Disney Cruise Line states it hopes to resume limited operations this fall — and it’s already announced itineraries for summer 2022 — sailings remain temporarily suspended. Previously, all sailings through May had been removed from the website, with select cruises canceled through August. Now, more cancellations have been announced.
The CDC has consistently been churning out new guidelines in response to the global health crisis.
Will Disney set sail again this year?
Earlier today, the CDC announced that those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can travel. However, the return of cruises is still unclear — just last week, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis threatened to file a lawsuit against the CDC if cruises are not permitted to return by this summer. Now an update from the CDC lays the foundation for the return of cruise ships again.
The global health pandemic has created a lot of challenges for the travel industry over the past year, particularly for the cruise industry.
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Take Disney Cruise Line — it’s been OVER a year since its last sailing. The CDC continues to extend no-sail regulations, and Disney has previously said that it believes cruises will be the last arm of its business to return.
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