In a major update to its protocols for sailings in September, Carnival Cruise Line removes the pre-cruise testing requirement for vaccinated guests, with some limitations for some destinations. The Miami-based cruise line will also welcome all unvaccinated guests to sail.
Carnival Cruise Line Drops Requirements
It has been a long-awaited day for multiple Carnival-owned cruise brands, including Carnival Cruise Line, which will drop requirements on sailings. Starting from departures on September 6, 2022, vaccinated guests no longer have to undergo a pre-cruise test to sail. However, guests will still need to show proof that they are fully vaccinated.
“Our ships have been sailing very full all summer, but there is still room for more of our loyal guests, and these guidelines will make it a simpler process, and make cruising accessible for those who were not able to meet the protocols we were required to follow for much of the past 14 months,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line.
Carnival is also taking a major change to its vaccine requirements, which will open up cruises to more guests. Unvaccinated guests will be allowed to cruise and no longer required to show proof before a cruise. However, this does not apply to sailings in Australia or on voyages 16 nights and longer.
Unvaccinated guests will still need to show proof of a negative PCR or antigen test result taken within three days before departure. It’s also important to know that policies do depend on the destinations that ships visit, and further changes could be coming.
Duffy added, “We’ve got lots happening, with Carnival Luminosa and Carnival Celebration joining our fleet this November and more to come in 2023.Whatever the ship, homeport or itinerary that works for you, our great onboard team is ready to deliver a fun vacation – something we all look forward to even more nowadays!”
