The line came out with its change one day after the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ended its COVID-19 program for cruise ships, though the agency indicated it will be issuing testing recommendations soon.
According to Azamara's website, It won't have a sailing touching the US until November. Miami is still listed as a port where testing is required, but that may change.
Vaccination mandate for ages 12 and older
Azamara will still require proof of vaccination for everyone 12 and older prior to embarkation, and crew are required to be fully vaccinated.
The line is recommending passengers sailing from any port get tested at their leisure prior to travel, but those results will not be required to embark.
Pre-cruise testing remains where ports mandate it
The pre-cruise testing remains a requirement for travelers embarking in a port where these protocols remain. A list of these ports is provided here (click on 'Testing & Screening') They include Piraeus, Auckland, Buenos Aires, Dubai and Sydney, among others.
'The easing of our testing policy marks a step in the right direction towards a return to normalcy for the travel and cruising industry,' Azamara President Carol Cabezas said, aserrting that 'Cruising is one of the safest ways to travel, and our existing health and safety protocols onboard will ensure peace of mind for our guests and crew as we move forward.'
COVID-19 testing will continue to be available to passengers onboard as needed.
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