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Over 20 Cruise Britain member ports welcoming domestic cruises this summer

More than 20 Cruise Britain member ports are ready for the arrival of cruise ships this summer, with 12 lines scheduled to sail domestic cruises carrying UK residents. The first – MSC Cruises' MSC Virtuosa – sets sail today.

Holly Payne, Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor

May 20, 2021

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MSC Cruises' MSC Virtuosa embarks on its maiden voyage on May 20Credit: Andrew Sassoli Walker, MSC Cruises, ABP Southampton

‘Well over 20 Cruise Britain member ports are expecting calls and are supported by many service provider members, with a dozen cruise lines currently offering domestic cruises, said James Stangroom, chair, Cruise Britain. 'Our members have worked tirelessly to support the safe resumption of cruise… Finally, the time is right for England and we couldn’t be more pleased to see ships begin to sail again. 

‘As the domestic season gets underway, we look forward to UK passengers also being able to travel to Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales in the coming months.’

Cruise lines have adopted a multi-layered approach with the support of the UK Government, which includes 100% testing prior to embarkation, health screening, social distancing and contingency procedures.

Collaboration between the government, Cruise Britain, health authorities, the Maritime Coastguard Agency and ports has been underway during the last twelve months.

Shore excursions also have the green light.

International cruises  

The UK’s Global Travel Taskforce continues to consider the restart of international cruises alongside wider international travel. 

About the Author

Holly Payne

Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor

Holly is Deputy Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review & Seatrade Cruise News and has experience managing a range of highly successful international business and consumer titles. With a flair for video reporting and a history of overseas work documenting people and places of diverse cultures, Holly brings a variety of skills to the Seatrade Cruise portfolio.

Holly’s academic credentials include oral and written Arabic language skills (intermediate-advanced), an MA Multimedia Journalism with NCTJ accreditation, and a BA (Hons) Degree in Classical and Archaeological Studies with English and American Literature.

 

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