Cruise Ships Okayed To Resume Voyages Under New CDC Guidelines

The CDC has issued new guidelines for cruise ships, requiring testing of passengers and crew at the start and end of voyages, which are limited to seven days. Shipowners must prove they have procedures for testing, quarantining, and isolating, including having test labs on board. Simulated voyages with volunteers will be conducted. The no sail order, initially set to expire, was not extended due to its impact on Florida's tourism. Despite the new guidelines, it may take months for cruises to resume. Previous outbreaks on ships like the Diamond Princess and Grand Princess highlighted the risks of virus spread on cruises.

What is the maximum duration for voyages under the new CDC rules?

• Five days

• Seven days

• Ten days

• Fourteen days

What was one of the requirements for cruise companies under the new CDC guidelines?

• To reduce the number of passengers

• To conduct simulated voyages with volunteers

• To increase the number of crew members

• To offer discounts to passengers

Why did the White House block the CDC's attempt to extend the no-sail order?

• To encourage international travel

• To support the cruise industry

• Because of its effect on Florida's tourism industry

• Due to its impact on the economy

What was the CDC's initial response to the cruise ship outbreaks in March?

• They allowed ships to continue with precautions

• They ordered cruise ships to stop sailing

• They increased testing on ships

• They issued travel advisories

How many cases were reported on the Diamond Princess ship?

• Over 800 cases

• Over 700 cases

• Over 600 cases

• Over 500 cases