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Norwegian Cruise Lines' Norwegian Epic - One of 8 Ships Currently Schedule to Sail From New York in 2021 If 2021 proves to be a good year for cruising, Norwegian Cruise Line plans for a total of 8 ships to make at least one sailing from the Big Apple. The cruises range from a single repositioning cruises to multiple New England / Canada, Florida and Bahamas or Bermuda cruises. At this point, NYCruiseInfo has not published the consolidated 2021 cruise schedule from the Port of New York (pending potential updates due to the impact of the coronavirus). Norwegian Cruise Lines ships expected to sail from New York in 2021 include the Norwegian Joy, Norwegian Jade, Norwegian Getaway, Norwegian Gem, Norwegian Escape, Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Star and the Norwegian Breakaway. Check back in November for 2021 updates as cruise lines alter plans to re-enter service.   RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com   ---------------------------------------   Sister Sites => NYCruiseI...

Expected to debut in the Port of  New York and New Jersey in 2020 - the Oasis of the Seas is still scheduled to sail from Cape Liberty Bayonne, New Jersey starting on May 9, 2021. One of the largest ships in the world, her New York arrival has been anticipated for a long time but delayed due to the coronavirus.  We are hopeful that cruising will return to its new norm  by May 2021 and that the ship will arrive in the Port of New York as planned. Here are NYCruiseInfo we are optimistic and we have published the latest review on the Oasis of the Seas - showcasing the ship's public rooms, staterooms, amenities and attractions. Providing readers with a detailed look at this great ship and all her vital statistics. Read All About the Oasis of the Seas - See Photos, Statistics, Public Rooms, Staterooms, Lounges and Ameinities. Check back to NYCruiseInfo,com for the latest New York Cruise Information. RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com   --------------------------...

The Return to Cruising From New York and New Jersey Is Still TBD (To Be Determined) For months now, the cruise lines have been discussing the restart of operations.  All communications have identified the return to cruising to be primarily in Florida (Miami and Port Canaveral) and the Gulf Coast ports in Texas. There has been no mention of cruising returning from the port of New York and New Jersey. With the recent spike in coronavirus cases in Florida and the Gulf Ports. The cruise lines have turned their attention to Europe. The European Union has also put into effect a series of restrictions and guidelines cruise lines need to follow which will greatly reduce the ship's capacity and impact the onboard experience. It does not appear that New York or New Jersey is part of the phase 1 of   the initial return to service after the pause. My best guess would be April of 2021 with a limited return to service when the Bermuda, New England / Canada and F...

Earlier this month, Spanish cruise and tour operator -  Pullmantur declared bankruptcy and less than 3 weeks later, 2 of their 3 ships were sold for scrap. The two ships - the Monarch and Sovereign have been sold for scrap and are sitting on the beach at Aliaga Turkey. It appears that Royal Caribbean, who was a partner in the Pullmantur operations and who retained ownership of the Pullmantur ships, was working in advance of the announcement to have the ships scrapped. Within days of declaring bankruptcy, the ships went to Naples Italy where they were stripped of their artworks and any other furnishing not part of the deal. Within 3 weeks of the bankruptcy  announcement the ships were beached. Pullmantur also operated a third ship, which had strong ties to the port of  New York and New Jersey. The ship is the former  Celebrity Cruises' Zenith. The Zenith (along with the Horizon and Meridian)  were the birth of today's modern Celebrity Cruises wh...

Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Pearl - One of Many Ships Tracked By NYCruiseInfo,com Ever wonder where ships are now during the pandemic?? NYCruiseInfo has created a list of 8 ships that would normally be sailing from New York City, Brooklyn or Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey. We reveal where those ships are now and if they are in motion, where they are going. Ship covered include the following: Adventure of the Seas Anthem of the Seas Carnival Sunrise Carnival Victory / Radiance Celebrity Summit Empress of the Seas Norwegian Joy Norwegian Encore Norwegian Gem Norwegian Pearl Oasis of the Seas Queen Mary 2 Check out where your favorite cruise ship is now. Come back frequently because we update the list about every 2 weeks. RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.com   ---------------------------------------   Sister Sites => NYCruiseInfo.com Website - Cruise Schedule, Ship Reviews, Ports of Call & More. => Nick's Cruise Corner Blog - News On Cr...

The Center for Disease Control Extends the NO SAIL Order Through September 30th 2020. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has extended its ban on cruising from the United States through Sept. 30, citing the spreading coronavirus pandemic. The previous order was set to expire this month, but was largely expected to be extended. Most major cruise operators had already voluntarily paused operations through the summer. In a letter, the CDC said it has spent over 38,000 person hours working on the cruise ship COVID-19 response since March. The agency also cited 99 outbreaks on 123 different cruise ships. This Order is in effect until one of the following occurs: The expiration of the Secretary of Health and Human Services’ declaration that COVID-19 constitutes a public health emergency. The CDC Director rescinds or modifies the order based on specific public health or other considerations, or  September 30, 2020.   RETURN TO NYCRUISEINFO.co...

Beautiful Beaches of the Bahamas Closed to United States Citizens to Contain Coronavirus The Bahamas has temporarily banned all United States Citizens from vacationing at the island nation. The ban, depending on how long it is enforced, could impact cruises from New York and New Jersey. These cruises frequently called at Nassau, Freeport and private islands in the Bahamas  on 7 day winter cruises. Here is the details of the current ban. "Our current situation demands decisive action if we are to avoid being overrun and being defeated by this virus," Minnis said in his address, noting that the Bahamas has confirmed 15 new cases for a total of 153 cases. 49 of the cases had been identified since the Bahamas reopened its borders on July 1.  Sea vessels carrying commercial passengers will also not be permitted to enter. However, private international flights, charters and yachts from all countries will be allowed.  National airline Bahamasair will en...