World Dream by Genting Cruise Lines and Quantum of the Seas of Royal Caribbean International will begin their round trips from November and December respectively, the Singapore Tourism Board announced Thursday.
As a component of a CruiseSafe certification program, strict protocols have been established for cruise passengers and passengers to allow pilots’, including passenger and Covid-19 equipment testing, progressive disinfection, cold airflow measurements and onboard measures to discourage close contact. and mix. Boats will sail at a reduced capacity of 50% and travel is only open to Singaporean residents.
“This cruise pilot is a valuable opportunity for cruise passengers to reinvent all cruise fun in order to regain passenger acceptance,” said Keith Tan, executive director of the Singapore Tourism Board. “Singapore remains committed to supporting and assisting in increasing cruise tourism in the region. “
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Genting be will offer packages of two and three nights from November 6. In July, the cruise line restarted operations in Taiwan. Royal Caribbean will offer three- and four-night packages starting December 1.
Passengers must undergo tests and file fitness statements before boarding. During the trip, they must wear a mask at all times and stay at a safe distance of one meter. Tabs or tracking programs will be mandatory outside the gates of the sheds.
Crew members flying in the city-state must pass a check upon arrival and at the end of 40 days.
The tourism board said Singapore was one of the first countries to expand and implement a mandatory audit and certification program for cruise lines. Before sailing, all cruise lines departing Singapore must download CruiseSafe certification, which requires an evaluation through a third party – match certification company.
Genting Cruise Lines and Royal Caribbean are in the process of obtaining certification, the board said, adding that Singapore would take the next steps for the cruise industry after thoroughly tracking travel.
To attract customers, Royal Caribbean offers flexible terms and conditions, adding medical policy aboard Covid-19-related medical expenses up to S$25,000 ($18,400) as agreed.
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