

All American evacuees from the ship who tested positive were taken to a hospital near the Travis Air Force base in Fairfield, California.įollowing the latest death of a cruise passenger, the CLIA announced enhanced screening protocols, as part of its "continued commitment to the health and safety of guests and crew, as well as the residents of port cities and destinations around the world." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

At least 46 Americans from the Diamond Princess tested positive, according to the latest figures from the U.S. Princess Cruises also operates the Diamond Princess, the cruise ship that was quarantined in Japan last month after a passenger from Hong Kong was diagnosed. But the ship is being held off the coast of San Francisco, with around 100 passengers and crew members being tested for the virus, Princess Cruises confirmed in a statement. The individual traveled aboard the Grand Princess cruise ship, which went to Hawaii after reaching Mexico and was scheduled to arrive early in San Francisco on Wednesday. Read more Countries Should Prepare for 'Sustained Community Transmission' of COVID-19 The latest fatality was that of a 71-year-old resident of Placer County who tested positive after traveling on a cruise from San Francisco to Mexico last month. There has been a spike in cases reported outside China, including in the U.S., which on Wednesday reported its eleventh death. The outbreak has claimed the lives of 3,286 globally, according to the latest figures from Johns Hopkins University. The deadly virus, which was first detected in China's Wuhan city in the Hubei province, has infected at least 95,425 people, 80,411 of whom are in China, including at least 2,902 deaths in the country.

They are part of new guidelines introduced by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) following the death of an infected California resident who traveled on a voyage from San Francisco to Mexico with Princess Cruises.Ī string of companies, including Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Celebrity Cruises and Crystal Cruises, have announced changes to their itineraries for March and April. No expense was spared in creating these homes away from home.Amid fears around the COVID-19 virus, several cruise lines have announced cancellations, enhanced precautionary measures and screening procedures. Leading into the spa inspired master bath guests will find a double vanity featuring a television that has been integrated into the mirror, two glass vessel sinks, marble mosaic, and a large spa flotation tub. Guests are drawn into the master bedroom, where we created a more intimate environment through employing premium bedding, lush curtains, and a private seating area. Graphic broadloom carpets are complimented by gorgeous modern lighting fixtures and a stunning decorative metal screen that frames the spectacular view. The traditionally elegant environment is completed by a collection of custom elements exclusively designed for the prestigious suites. Each suite has been tailored to provide the finest in luxury living, lavish textiles, exclusive plaster crown moldings and classic wall paneling. Upon entering the suite, guests are greeted by an open concept layout, featuring hand selected marble, classic wood flooring and a neutral color palette all combined to encourage visibility throughout the suite and display the unforgettable ocean vistas to the best advantage. The team considered no detail too small during the design processes everything from technology integration and colour palettes to ergonomic needs and opulent finishings has been taken into account. The suites become a home away from home for guests while cruising. Each interior space has been completely reconfigured to highlight the ship’s spectacular views while providing superior guest comfort. The goal from the outset was to create an atmosphere of contemporary, classic elegance for guests and ultimately further enhance the sophistication and refinement the cruise line is already globally recognized for. Designed for worldwide cruising,these suites provide an exceptional guest experience, featuring interiors inspired by the flats of London and upscale Manhattan penthouses. In late 2013 the world’s leader in luxury cruising, Crystal Cruise Lines, launched their redesigned The Penthouse Suites.
