Same website says for unvaccinated, RT- PCR. As during a cruise, you may be exposed to specific COVID-19 risks that may not be usually covered by existing insurance policies, to ensure your peace of mind is strongly recommended for all new reservations from 1 July 2022 onwards - for all guests to have in place an insurance policy that specifically covers them against COVID-19 related risks, such as cancellation, interruption, repatriation expenses, quarantine, medical assistance and related expenses, as well as hospitalization. Instead of today, August 8, it will now drop the testing on August 29. 1,,254,,068 Cargo TEUs $ 43 Billion Economic Impact. Alternatively, you may travel with another insurance policy covering the above risks. When are cruise lines still requiring COVID testing? Here's what Oh btw, RT in the word RT-PCR does NOT mean rapid test. BIG thanks for all the explanations on Covid tests etc.. Discover the Future of Cruising with MSC Cruises. At the moment this section is accessible only on our desktop site. To fully protect you from the above risks, MSC offers a COVID Protection Plan - an insurance policy specifically designed for these COVID-19 risks - that can be added to the cruise whilst making the booking. But the website says antigen or PCR type test, I am afraid I wont get regular PCR back on time, I also asked her if they accept recovery letter for the child and she said she didnt think so, NAAT is an umbrella term for tests that detects actual viral genetic information. You can keep up with her on Instagram at @IAmSarahJaneB. Princess was charging $150 per person if you needed a test at the port Reply Report inappropriate content Elizabeth B Warwick, Rhode. The cruise line is also requiring a negative. 2023 MSC Cruises S.A. All rights reserved. - Mediterranean
Lavishly appointed suites, 24-hour butler service and a dedicated concierge are just the beginning. READ NEXT: 18 Most Unique Cruise Ship Bars in 2022. Masks are optional unless required by local regulation in our terminals. Proceeding to the web check-in allow guests to receive cruise tickets, travel documentation and mandatory health questionnaires. Vaccinated passengers on longer cruises will have to show proof of COVID-19 test taken within three days of embarkation. All guests, whether they are fully vaccinated or not will need to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test at the pier. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention over the weekend classified cruising as a Level 4 or very high risk of contracting COVID-19, recommending people avoid getting on ships. Its every guests responsibility to verify the travel requirements before the cruise departure.