The global impact of coronavirus (COVID-19) is affecting travelers everywhere with canceled flights, route changes, and travel advisories. With coronavirus (COVID-19) now declared a global pandemic, we cannot help but think of all those we know and care about around the world, including you, whom we have had the privilege to serve. We recognize that these are uncertain times, and want to make sure you know we are here to help.
We will keep this page regularly updated to ensure we are providing the latest guidance, travel suggestions, and links to pertinent coronavirus information. At Expedia CruisesTM, one thing we know is that for people and communities around the globe, travel is a force for good. Whenever you are ready to travel again, please know that we are ready to serve you.
Travel update: Many cruise lines are implementing temporary safety precautions. You may be denied boarding based on the criteria below.
Cruise and Land Coronavirus Updates
- Read about important cruise line and land travel updates and policies. Contact your Vacation Consultant for more information.
Temporary Safety Precautions & Boarding Denial Criteria
- 1 – Existing severe or chronic medical conditions
- Boarding will be denied to any person with a severe, chronic medical condition, including those specified by the CDC.
- 2 – Any underlying health issues
- Guests of all ages will be screened prior to boarding regarding underlying health issues that may prevent them from sailing. Secondary, enhanced health screenings will be performed.
- 3 – Recent travel to specific countries
- Any person who has traveled from, to or through mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Europe, Iran, or South Korea 15 days prior to embarkation.
- Any person who has come in contact with anyone with 15-day prior travel to mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Europe, Iran, or South Korea. The CDC characterizes contact with an individual as coming within six feet (2M) of a person.
- Any person who within 15 days prior to embarkation, has had contact with, or helped care for, anyone suspected or diagnosed as having COVID-19, or who are currently subject to health monitoring for possible exposure to COVID-19.
- For Caribbean Itineraries Only: The above parameters will also include Japan, Singapore and Taiwan, along with travel or contact occurring 21-days prior to embarkation.
Important Links
- Read Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Statement on COVID-19 here
- To learn more about coronavirus, including what the symptoms are and how to protect yourself against getting sick, we recommend visiting the World Health Organization and the Center for Disease Control (CDC)
- If you’re looking for more information on how to change a potentially impacted trip, please contact your Vacation Consultant
Please read below for policies and travel advisories from our cruise line partners:
Cruise Lines and Policies
- AmaWaterways
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- All river cruises until December 31st, 2020
- Avalon Waterways
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- All sailings until April 30th, 2021
- Azamara
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- All sailings through June 30, 2021
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Celebrity Cruises
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- Travel Advisory
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- All sailings until April 30, 2021
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Costa Cruise Lines
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- Travel Advisory
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Crystal Cruises
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Cunard
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- Travel Advisory
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Disney Cruise Line
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- Travel Advisory
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Holland America Line
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- MSC Cruises
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Cruise Compensation Packages
- Norwegian Cruise Line
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- All other sailings until May 31, 2021
- Oceania Cruises
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- All other sailings until May 31, 2021
- Princess Cruises
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- All Other Ships sailings through May 14, 2021
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- All sailings until May 2021
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- All sailings until April 30, 2021
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- All 8-day and Longer Cruises to and from the U.S. through November 1, 2021
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- All sailings until May 31st, 2021
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- Updated Final Payment Schedule Info
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- All sailings until May 31st, 2021
- Travel Advisory
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Travel Advisory
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Travel Advisory
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Cancellations vary per ship between 2021-2022, please refer to the link above for more details
- Relaxed Cancelation & Booking Policy
- For the most up-to-date information on suspended sailings click here. Below is a list of known suspended sailings.
- Suspension of all sailings until March 24, 2021
Please read below for policies and travel advisories from our land partners:
Land Suppliers and Policies
For information and updates on hotel and air bookings, please contact your Vacation Consultant.
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