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Azamara® Announces the Removal of Its Embarkation COVID-19 -Testing Requirement

Tuesday, July 19, 2022
By Azamara

Azamara® Announces the Removal of Its Embarkation COVID-19 -Testing Requirement

Beginning July 25, the upmarket cruise line will no longer require pre-cruise COVID-19 -testing for guests, excluding ports where pre-travel testing is still needed

MIAMI, July 19, 2022 – Azamara – the upmarket cruise line dedicated to Destination Immersion® experiences – is pleased to announce the removal of its COVID-19 embarkation testing requirement starting July 25, 2022, excluding ports where it is still required in accordance with country regulations.

To ensure the health and safety of its guests and crew, Azamara will still require proof of vaccination prior to embarkation. Azamara recommends that all guests departing from any port get tested at their leisure prior to travel to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable travel experience, but those results will not be required to board an Azamara vessel. The pre-cruise testing remains as a requirement for travelers embarking in a port where these protocols remain. In those cases, guests will still need to produce a negative COVID-19 test before sailing. A list of these ports is provided here. 

"The easing of our testing policy marks a step in the right direction towards a return to normalcy for the travel and cruising industry,” said President of Azamara, Carol Cabezas. “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."

Azamara maintains a strong commitment to wellness through its 'Explore Well at Sea' program, keeping guests' safety a top priority. The company still requires that all guests 12 years of age or older must be fully vaccinated at least 14 days before sailing with all required COVID-19 vaccine doses. Azamara crew are required to be fully vaccinated. COVID-19 testing will continue to be available to guests onboard as needed.

For more information on Azamara’s health and safety protocols, please visit: www.azamara.com/explorewell

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