NEWS: CDC now advises travelers to avoid cruises regardless of vaccination status
We’ve seen a lot of changing government recommendations over the last few weeks when it comes to health and safety.
With the number of COVID-19 cases at an all-time high in some places and the Omicron variant on the rise, we’ve seen some new recommendations for travel and vacation plans. Some cities in the United States have even canceled New Year’s Eve celebrations. Now, the CDC advises against cruising.
According to CNBC, the CDC advised today that travelers should avoid taking a cruise vacation, regardless of vaccination status. The agency is currently observing dozens of different cruise ships that have had COVID-19 outbreaks.
In the last two weeks, cruise ships operating in U.S. waters have had about 5,000 cases of COVID. In the first two weeks of December, that number was only 162. The CDC said in a statement: including river cruises., worldwide, regardless of vaccination status. “
In its warning, the CDC noted that the chance of catching COVID is still very high on a cruise ship, even for those who are vaccinated and have received a booster shot. If you go on a cruise, the CDC advises you to wear a mask in public spaces, get tested 1-3 days before departure, and get tested 3-5 days after return, in addition to getting vaccinated. or strengthen yourself.
We’ll keep you posted on more cruise news, so stay tuned to AllEars for the latest information.
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