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Royal Caribbean, Dream Cruises to 25% capacity on Singapore COVID alertRoyal Caribbean, Dream Cruises to 25% capacity on Singapore COVID alert

Royal Caribbean International's Quantum of the Seas and Dream Cruises' World Dream are going to 25% occupancy in Singapore with no in-restaurant dining.

Anne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

July 21, 2021

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These are among changes with the return of Phase 2 (heightened alert) COVID-19 restrictions. The government instituted new measures throughout Singapore Tuesday and said these will remain in effect until at least Aug. 18.

Two people per cabin limit

The shipboard changes include a limit of two people per cabin, no bar or dine-in restaurant service (take-away and room service options will be available on both ships) and social distancing and masks at activities.

Royal Caribbean said capacity for live entertainment shows will be capped at 50 passengers, and live singing will not be available. Permitted on-board activities, like those in Seaplex, Activity Zone and Pool Zone, will operate at reduced capacity and with enhanced social distancing measures. While in public spaces, groups are limited to two people.

Additionally, Royal Caribbean said travelers of all ages will get complimentary antigen testing at check-in as an added layer of protection to the negative PCR test result required between 48 and 72 hours before the cruise.

Virtually COVID-free cruises for months

Royal Caribbean noted it has carried more than 80,000 passengers since December 2020 without a single COVID case reported on board. Dream Cruises had a similar record until last week, when one case was identified, the first on World Dream since its restart last November.

About the Author

Anne Kalosh

Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

Anne Kalosh covers global stories, reporting both breaking and in-depth news on cruising's significant people, places, ships and trends. A sought-after expert on cruising, she has moderated conferences around the world, including the high-profile State of the Industry panel at Seatrade Cruise Global. She created and led the acclaimed itinerary-planning case study for Seatrade's cruise master classes held at Cambridge and Oxford universities. She has been the cruise columnist for AFAR.com, and her freelance stories have appeared in a wide range of publications, from The New York Times to The Miami Herald.

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