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Norwegian Cruise Line Cancels Some Cruises Out of Miami

Miami skyline at dusk featuring dazzling skyscrapers and a tent-like amphitheater ready for live entertainment, setting the stage for an exciting night in the city’s vibrant event district.
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Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled several cruises, including some out of Miami, Florida. No other major cruise lines have yet canceled voyages in the United States, but with Covid cases rising throughout the country it is a possibility.

Disney Cruise Line currently has three ships that sail out of Florida; the Disney Dream, the Disney Fantasy, and the Disney Magic.

Related: Safe Passage and Disney Cruise Line

Disney has taken extra measures to keep everyone safe. All eligible passengers must be fully vaccinated, those too young must test before arriving. Everyone is required to take a Covid test at the port before boarding. Face coverings are required in all indoor areas, except when eating or drinking.

Miami’s dazzling skyline towers over the water, where sleek yachts cruise by under a bright blue sky—an inviting vista for visitors about to set sail on Norwegian Cruise Line and other world-famous cruises, just like the excitement felt before entering a thrilling theme park adventure.

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There is also extra sanitation on each Disney Cruise Line vessel. Some activities are limited, revised, or not taking place.

Here is the official press release from Norwegian Cruise Line:

January 5, 2021: Voyage Cancelations

Our first priority is the health and safety of our guests, crew and the communities we visit. Due to ongoing travel restrictions, we’ve had to modify a few sailings and unfortunately have had to cancel the following voyages:

  • Norwegian Getaway cruise with embarkation date of January 5, 2022
  • All Norwegian Pearl cruises with embarkation dates through and including January 14, 2022
  • All Norwegian Sky cruises with embarkation dates through and including February 25,2022
  • All Pride of America cruises with embarkation dates through and including February 26, 2022
  • All Norwegian Jade cruises with embarkation dates through and including March 3, 2022
  • All Norwegian Star cruises with embarkation dates through and including March 19, 2022
  • All Norwegian Sun cruises with embarkation dates through and including April 19, 2022
  • All Norwegian Spirit cruises with embarkation dates through and including April 23, 2022

All guests booked on these sailings will receive an automatic full refund returned to the form of payment provided at the time of reservation as well as a bonus Future Cruise Certificate valid for a future cruise. We understand the inconvenience and frustration this disruption may cause, and we appreciate the continued understanding of our loyal guests and travel agent partners. We will share additional information as appropriate.

A grand Norwegian Cruise Line ship, reminiscent of the epic scale and excitement found in the world’s best theme parks, sits docked near industrial cranes and lush trees as the sun sets. Seen across shimmering water with a railing in front, this serene moment evokes anticipation for onboard entertainment and adventures—offering an escape as magical as any amusement park experience.

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January 5, 2021: Norwegian Getaway – January 5, 2022 Voyage Cancelation

As we continue to navigate the fluid public health environment, while focusing on delivering a safe experience for all on board, we have made the difficult decision to cancel Norwegian Getaway’s Jan. 5, 2022 voyage, due to COVID related circumstances.   The ship was scheduled to sail a nine-day Caribbean itinerary roundtrip from Miami from Jan. 5, 2022 through Jan. 14, 2022.

As always, the health and safety of our guests, crew and the communities we visit is our highest priority. Our rigorous health and safety protocols include a mandatory 100% vaccination policy for our guests and crew coupled with universal pre-embarkation testing of guests at the terminal, mask requirements on board and numerous additional layers of protection against COVID-19. We will never compromise on health and safety and we will of course, continue to take all appropriate action to ensure everyone’s well-being and to protect public health. For the latest update on our SailSAFETM health and safety program, visit www.ncl.com/sail-safe.

January 4, 2021: Norwegian Pearl – January 3, 2022 Voyage Cancelation

As we continue to navigate the fluid public health environment, while focusing on delivering a safe experience for all on board, today, we made the difficult decision to cancel Norwegian Pearl’s Jan. 3, 2022 voyage, due to COVID related circumstances.   The ship, which was scheduled to sail a Panama Canal itinerary roundtrip from Miami from Jan. 3, 2022 through Jan. 14, 2022, will now be returning to Miami to conclude her voyage on Jan. 6, 2022. 

Bustling Miami port sparkling in the sunshine, with towering cranes and colorful shipping containers lining the waterfront, clear blue-green water reflecting scattered clouds overhead—all set against a lively city backdrop that acts as a grand stage for Norwegian Cruise Line’s ships getting ready to whisk visitors off on thrilling entertainment-filled adventures.

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As always, the health and safety of our guests, crew and the communities we visit is our highest priority. Our rigorous health and safety protocols include a mandatory 100% vaccination policy for our guests and crew coupled with universal pre-embarkation testing of guests at the terminal, mask requirements on board and numerous additional layers of protection against COVID-19. We will never compromise on health and safety and we will of course, continue to take all appropriate action to ensure everyone’s well-being and to protect public health. For the latest update on our SailSAFETM health and safety program, visit www.ncl.com/sail-safe. 

About Paula K

I grew up in Western Massachusetts. When I was nine my family went to Disneyland and I was hooked. I grew up, attended New England College in Henniker, NH and eventually moved to Virginia. I worked as a disc jockey, married and became a full time mom when our daughter was born. Fast forward several years. In 2010 we moved to Central Florida and my Disney obsession grew. I now work as a freelance writer and spend my spare time in the parks. Under the name Paula Brown I penned the novels Dream Wanderers and The Coffee Cruiser. I also am a co-author of Dining at Walt Disney World: The Definitive Guide. I'm obsessed with Star Wars, so this is a good time to live in Central Florida. I've been a vegetarian for well over a decade, a choice that my daughter eventually made as well. While my husband still hasn't joined us fully he has given up most meats except for seafood. I was relieved to find that vegetarian dining is not difficult at Walt Disney World.