CLIA maps cruise path to revival

CruisE Lines International Association (CLIA) has outlined a four-phase pathway for a careful resumption of cruising in Australia, designed to align with government plans to revive tourism and reopen borders.

Key goals in the cruise industry pathway include developing a framework with the government on cruising’s resumption and the implementation of the industry’s layered health protocols which include testing and vaccination.

Further goals include resuming limited domestic cruises within an Australian bubble when 70% of the adult population is vaccinated, with more domestic sailings and the rebooting of controlled trans-Tasman itineraries when the country reaches 80% of double jabs.

mEANWHilE Carnival Australia President Sture Myrmell has announced that P&O Cruises will mandate full vaccination for Australian passengers planning to board its ships.

Speaking at CLIA’s online Cruise Forum this morning, Myrmell confirmed the move was necessary for a safe resumption of sailing, and indicated it was likely for other Carnival brands to follow suit.

Stay tuned to Cruise Weekly and Travel Daily on Mon for more exciting news from CLIA’s online Cruise Forum taking place today.