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Feb 29 from Disney Cruise about Coronavirus

Posted byadmin on 02.29.20

New information from Disney Cruise Line about the coronavirus from about 5 minutes ago:

Dear …,

On Thursday we sent you an email about your upcoming cruise vacation and the proactive steps we are taking in regard to Coronavirus Disease 2019.

As we mentioned was possible, information continues to evolve and today public health officials have issued additional travel guidance and some of our ports of call have provided further information regarding who they will allow into their ports based on travel history. Therefore, the following updated guidelines are in effect and may continue to evolve as more information becomes available:

•Any guest or crew member who has traveled from, to or through China, including Hong Kong and Macau, South Korea, Italy, Iran or Japan, within 14 days of their sailing’s departure will not be able to board our ships.

•Any guest who has been in contact with someone from these areas, including guests with connecting flights in these locations, also will not be able to board, nor will anyone who has helped care for someone suspected or diagnosed with coronavirus, or who is currently subject to health monitoring for possible exposure. Guests who have air travel booked through Disney Cruise Line will automatically have their flights rebooked on an alternate route. Guests who booked their own air travel arrangements should contact their airlines directly to make the appropriate changes.

•As is always our practice, we screen all guests before they board and anyone who feels unwell with gastrointestinal or flu-like symptoms (fever over 100.4º F, chills, cough or difficulty breathing) will not be permitted to sail.

•If your cruise includes a stop in Nassau or Castaway Cay, please note that The Bahamas will not allow anyone to disembark in any Bahamian port if they have been to China in the past 20 days prior to arrival. These guests may be able to sail but will be unable to visit The Bahamas.

•If your cruise includes a stop in Jamaica, please note that in addition to the locations noted above, officials there also will not allow guests who have visited Singapore within 14 days of arrival to come ashore. These guests may be able to sail but will be unable to visit Jamaica.

If any of these situations apply to you, please contact us at 1-866-325-2112 or 407-566-3510 so that we can discuss your options.

Disney Cruise Line consistently receives among the highest public health inspection scores and has rigorous sanitation standards. We also have a comprehensive plan that outlines protocols for managing illness and closely follow the guidance of public health officials. Some of these procedures include:

•Training for all of our crew members on how best to prevent the spread of illness onboard.

•A health questionnaire completed by all guests and crew members to screen for illness before they board the ship.

•Extensive cleaning and sanitation of high-traffic areas (e.g., handrails, doorknobs and elevator buttons) and children’s facilities.

•Comprehensive cleaning of all staterooms twice a day, and additional disinfection when necessary.

•Medical clinics on our ships staffed with experienced doctors and nurses and stocked with supplies and medications to treat a variety of illnesses.

According to public health authorities, you can also help prevent the spread of illness by frequently washing your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after using the restroom and before eating. Parents can supervise their children to ensure they wash their hands thoroughly. In addition, Disney Cruise Line has sanitation wipes conveniently available in multiple places on its ships, including entrances to dining areas. Covering your nose and mouth with a tissue (or with your upper sleeve) when sneezing, and avoiding sneezing or coughing into your hands or without covering your nose and mouth, is recommended.

If at any time during your cruise you believe you are ill, we ask that you please contact the ship’s Health Center immediately. Our doctors and nurses are available to make sure you receive the appropriate medical care.

Please know that your health and safety, as well as that of our crew, is our primary focus. We are committed to keeping you informed and updated, and are happy to address any questions you have in advance of your cruise and once you’re onboard. We look forward to welcoming you aboard and providing you with a magical cruise experience.

Sincerely,

The Cast and Crew

Disney Cruise Line

Bahamas prohibiting disembarkation of cruise guests due to coronavirus, including Disney Cruise Line

Posted byadmin on 02.02.20

Disney Cruise Line as of February 1 is stating that “The Bahamas will NOT allow anyone to disembark in a Bahamian port of call if they have been to mainland China in the past 20 days.” which impacts people going to Castaway Cay or Nassau (or other ports).

Other cruise lines have also been impacted.

Disney Wonder, Freeport, Bahamas 2003

Posted byadmin on 01.15.20

Freeport from the Disney Wonder, July 2003

Going through some older flashback photos – Freeport from the Disney Wonder, July 2003

#Abaco, Bahamas #lighthouse #throwbackthursday #cruise

Posted byadmin on 03.19.15

The Abaco, Bahamas lighthouse, approximately 1950 during a cruise of the Bahamas.  The water looks as clear today, but is generally much more crowded in the area!

Nassau Abaco cruise, 1950

Abaco cruise, 1950

Stingray encounter at Disney’s Castaway Rays #Stingray #DisneyCruise

Posted byadmin on 02.21.15

Stingray encounters can be a nice excursion on a cruise. Encounters can involve feeding the stingrays, snorkeling with the stingrays or wading with them.  The photo below is from Disney’s stingray encounter at Castaway Cay in the Bahamas.

Stingrays - Castaway Cay

Stingrays – Castaway Cay

Flying Dutchman at Disney’s Castaway Cay

Posted byadmin on 02.20.15

Initially the Flying Dutchman was at sea, but after the success of the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, the Flying Dutchman came to Castaway Cay.  The Flying Dutchman remained at Castaway Cay for a number of years, but alas it set sail again a year or two ago and it is no longer at Castaway Cay.  With new Pirates of the Caribbean movies coming, will Castaway see ships from the films in the future?  Time will tell!  If you have the scoop, let us know in the comment section!

Flying Dutchman at Disney's Castaway Cay

Flying Dutchman at Disney’s Castaway Cay

The Disney Wonder at Castaway Cay with a Waterspout (Tornado)

Posted byadmin on 02.14.15

The Disney Wonder at Castaway Cay with a Waterspout (Tornado) in the distance.  Later that day, another waterspout appeared off to the forward starboard side of the ship.  None came near the shore, but several excursions that involved being at sea were cancelled.  It was an exciting time, but Disney did a great job to make sure everyone was safe.

Disney-Wonder-Castaway-Waterspout-Tornado

Disney-Wonder-Castaway-Waterspout-Tornado

Castaway Cay waterspout

Disney Ships in Freeport, Bahamas #DCL, #Freeport #Bahamas

Posted byadmin on 02.12.15

Disney Cruise ships used to have the occasional stop in Freeport, in The Bahamas.  It has been more than a decade since the Wonder has made regular stops there, but for throwback Thursday, here is the view from the Wonder as she was headed in to Freeport.

Disney Wonder about to dock in Freeport

Disney Wonder about to dock in Freeport

AIDAAura Nassau, The Bahamas @AIDA, #AidaAura #Halloween

Posted byadmin on 11.02.08

The AIDAAura docked in Nassau on Halloween 2008 (October 31).  She was the third ship build for AIDA Cruises.

[Update 2015: The AIDAAura is presently doing a lot of cruising near the middle east. Who knows when the AIDAAura will return to the Bahamas and the Caribbean.]

AidaAura Nassau

AidaAura Nassau



AIDAAura, Nassau

AIDAAura, Nassau

Aquarium at Atlantis in Nassau

Posted byadmin on 02.13.04

The Aquarium at Atlantis in Nassau is a fun spot for kids whether you are visiting Nassau on a cruise or just there by plane or the Bahamas Ferry express from Florida.

The Aquarium at Atlantis in Nassau.

The Aquarium at Atlantis in Nassau.




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