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Norwegian Cruise Line to eliminate COVID-19 testing, masking requirements

October 3, 2022777 Views

Norwegian Cruise Line said on Monday it was easing COVID-19 safety measures on its ships by dropping requirements for testing, masking and vaccination, as the pandemic loosens its grip on the world. The decision by the cruise line comes after several countries lifted testing requirements for international air travelers as people return to pre-pandemic lifestyles across the globe. The cruise line, owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd, said even with the easing of its health and safety protocols, which will be effective Oct. 4, it would continue to follow travel guidelines as required by the destinations it visits. The cruise industry was among the worst hit during the pandemic, as countries went into a lockdown mode to curb the spread of the virus. However, with the reo...

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Travel and Tourism Industry recovering to pre-COVID-19 levels

AWARA MUSAFIR BUREAU

October 3, 2022462 Views

Revenues to Grow by 20% YoY to $852B in 2023 The global travel and tourism sector is bouncing back after the hardest two years in its history, although still vulnerable to global economic conditions, the war in Ukraine, and new variants of Covid-19. According to data presented by AugustaFreePress.com, travel and tourism revenues are set to reach $716.8bn in 2022, showing a huge 45% YoY increase. The revenue growth is expected to continue in 2023, with revenues rising by another 20% YoY to $852bn worldwide. Cruise Industry still lagging behind Until the COVID-19 pandemic, the global tourism sector had seen almost uninterrupted growth for decades. With billions of dollars spent on hotels, cruises, vacation rentals, and package holidays each year, the entire market hit a $776...

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Norwegian Cruise in choppy waters as pre-pandemic occupancy still a year away

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August 10, 2022534 Views

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd forecast a loss for the current quarter and revenue below estimates as occupancy rates remained stubbornly below pre-pandemic levels, sending its shares down 12% on Tuesday. Its second-quarter occupancy of 65% compared with more than 107% in 2019, a level the company does not expect to reach till the second quarter next year. In contrast, rival Royal Caribbean Group forecast triple-digit occupancy by the end of this year and Carnival Cruise Line expects to approach 110% during its current quarter. FILE PHOTO: The Norwegian Getaway and the Norwegian Pearl cruise ships are seen docked at Miami port, after Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd cancelled sailings amid rising fears of Omicron-related coronavirus infections, in Miami, Florida, U.S. Janua...

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Cruise industry seeks partnership with governments to reach decarbonisation goals

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June 16, 2022876 Views

As the EU takes critical steps to deliver on its 2030 ambitions, cruise industry leaders and policymakers met today in Genoa to discuss implementation of the industry’s climate goals, latest innovations and investments, and the need for government investment. Cruise industry leaders convening in Genoa at the industry's first European Summit devoted to decarbonisation of cruise have called on governments to join in the effort by creating the right regulatory framework and investments to match the industry's commitment to accelerate development and delivery of sustainable maritime fuels and technologies necessary to achieve net-zero carbon cruising by 2050. The tone was set during the opening session at the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) European Summit held on Wedn...

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Cruise liners try to rewrite climate rules despite vows

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June 8, 2022202 Views

The trade group representing the cruise ship industry unsuccessfully pushed international authorities to water down new environmental regulations despite its members’ climate commitments, experts in marine air pollution warn. Late last month, the International Maritime Organization rejected a cruise industry effort that would have improved cruise ships’ carbon pollution scores. Environmental groups say it also would have led to more air pollution by allowing cruise liners to continue with business as usual. The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has membership that accounts for 95% of global cruise trips. Its four biggest members, Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line and MSC Cruises, tout their climate awareness and have all committed to drastically c...

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Cruise Industry is sailing back towards a better future

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April 26, 2022773 Views

Science backed protocols facilitated the resumption of cruise operations, with over 7.5 million passengers having sailed in nearly 90 markets, all while committing to pursue ever more ambitious carbon reduction goals. At Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami, Florida, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), has shared new findings that are evidence of the cruise community's resilience. “As the industry resumes operations, passenger volume is expected to recover and surpass 2019 levels by the end of 2023, with passenger volumes projected to recover 12% above pre-pandemic levels by the end of 2026,” said Kelly Craighead, President and CEO, CLIA. “Cruising is accessible, responsible, and experiential - making it the best way to see the world for people of all ages and interests. With ...

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Cruise tourism returns to British Columbia, Canada after a 2-year pause

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April 11, 2022295 Views

With health & safety protocols unmatched by virtually any setting and designed to protect passengers, crew and the communities we visit The first cruise ship to call on a Canadian port since 2019 arrived in Victoria on Saturday, April 9th. Holland America’s Koningsdam then sailed to Vancouver, arriving on April 10th. “We’ve worked a long time to make this day happen, and we are delighted to be back,” said Kelly Craighead, President and CEO of Cruise Lines International Association. “I want to acknowledge the support of British Columbia’s Premier John Horgan and provincial Transportation, Tourism and Health officials, as well as the Minister of Transport, Hon. Omar Alghabra and his officials, the Public Health Agency of Canada and the Canadian Border Services Agency. They’ve all ...

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US scraps COVID warning for cruise travel after 2 years

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March 31, 2022279 Views

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Wednesday removed its COVID-19 notice against cruise travel, around two years after introducing a warning scale showing the level of coronavirus transmission risk on cruise ships. The move offers a shot of hope to major U.S. cruise operators such as Carnival Corp, Royal Caribbean Group and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd that have struggled to bring in revenue since the pandemic started. FILE PHOTO: The Norwegian Getaway and the Norwegian Pearl cruise ships are seen docked at Miami port, after Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd cancelled sailings amid rising fears of Omicron-related coronavirus infections, in Miami, Florida, U.S. January 5, 2022. REUTERS/Marco Bello Cruise operators had also said the health agency wa...

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Industry welcomes lowering threat level on cruise travel

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February 17, 2022926 Views

Cruise industry has welcomed decision by US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to ease warnings a bit on cruise travel. Trade association Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) said that the decision by CDC to lower the Travel Health Notice threat level for cruise ships is a step in the right direction and recognizes the leadership and effectiveness of the cruise sector’s health and safety protocols that are unmatched by virtually any other commercial setting. FILE PHOTO: Cruise ships are seen docked at Miami port as the tourism industry is affected by the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Miami, Florida, U.S. REUTERS/Carlos Barria In its statement CLIA further said, Cruise ships have medical, isolation and quarantine facilities on site, implem...

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2022 will be pivotal transition year for the cruise industry

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January 29, 20221084 Views

CLIA projects full recovery in 2023; says, restart of cruise tourism will drive economic recovery The cruise industry has proven its resilience throughout its more than 50-year history—as is evident in the responsible return to operations that began in July 2020. In the baseline forecast, passenger volume is expected to recover and surpass 2019 levels by the end of 2023. In the upside forecast, passenger volume is expected to recover to 101% of 2019 levels a year earlier, by the end of 2022. In all three scenarios, passenger volume is projected to recover in excess of 12% above 2019 levels by the end of 2026. Despite the setbacks of last two years because of COVID pandemic, the industry is hopeful for the future. Report says, ‘With science-backed protocols that are leading th...