Norwegian Cruise Line implemented stricter protocols on the Norwegian Breakaway after a South African crewmember tested positive for the Covid-19 omicron variant on a Nov. 28 sailing.\u00a0<\/p>\n
According to NCL, the ship “identified a handful of Covid-19 asymptomatic cases among guests and crew” while the Breakaway was sailing roundtrip from New Orleans.\u00a0<\/p>\n
One of those cases, a South African crew member who was in isolation for the entirety of the cruise, is suspected to have the omicron variant, NCL said.\u00a0<\/p>\n
NCL said that “in an abundance of caution and in compliance with CDC requirements” it offered all guests on the next sailing, the Dec. 5 cruise, the opportunity to cancel without penalty. Those who opt to sail “must wear masks while indoors except while actively eating or drinking and will be tested twice during the cruise.”<\/p>\n
NCL requires 100% of guests and crew to be fully vaccinated.<\/p>\n