On October 30, 2020, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released the original Conditional Navigation Order (CSO) – a framework that outlined provisions for cruise ships to return to the high seas as soon as possible in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Among the requirements were a variety of health and safety protocols that cruise operators – including all major cruise lines like Disney Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Carnival Cruise Line, and Royal Caribbean Cruise Line – had to follow to see each other. grant a “Conditional Sail” Certificates “for each of their vessels.
Although Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has fought fiercely against the restrictions the CSO has placed on the cruise industry – even involving the United States Supreme Court, at one point – the CDC has just announced an extension. of the ordinance until January 2022.
The CDC has extended the Conditional Navigation Controls (CSO) framework with minor changes. The director of the CDC signed the temporary extension and modification of the CSO on October 25, 2021; it comes into effect when the current CSO expires on November 1, 2021.
The expiration of the Secretary of Health and Human Services statement that COVID-19 constitutes a public health emergency; CDC Director cancels or modifies the order based on specific public health or other considerations; Where January 15, 2022 at 12:01 am EDT.
After the temporary CSO extension and modification expires, CDC intends to move to a voluntary program, in coordination with cruise ship operators and other stakeholders, to assist the industry. cruise ships to detect, mitigate and control the spread of COVID- 19 cruise ships on board.
As of July 23, 2021, the CSO and accompanying measures, such as Technical Instructions, are non-binding recommendations for arriving cruise ships located in or departing from a Florida port. CDC continues to operate CSO as a voluntary program for vessels that choose to voluntarily follow CSO measures.
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At this time, Disney Cruise Line has not specifically commented on this expansion, but given that only minor updates have been made, it is highly unlikely that the CSO expansion will have an impact on the guest experience on one of the existing ships of the DCL fleet – the Disney Dream, the Disney Fancy, the Disney Magic, and the Disney Wonder.
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While the 2021 cruises may look very different due to the ongoing pandemic, Disney is planning a huge return to sailing in 2022. The fleet’s first Triton-class cruise ship, the Disney To wish, will make its maiden voyage in June 2022.
This brand new luxury liner presents a first of its kind Star wars Hyperspace Lounge, a Toy story splash pad just for kids, and amazing Frozen and Marvel dining experiences for the whole family!
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The To wish will be the fifth ship in the DCL fleet, joining the Disney Dream, the Disney Fancy, the Disney Magic, and disney Wonder. She will be based in Port Canaveral.
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