Cruise ship and covid-19 infection

My husband and I have been invited to join a group of friends for a one- week Cruise on a ship. However, in view of the current Covid-19 pandemic, I am worried about joining the cruise. Your kind advice will be appreciated.

Fatimo (by SMS)

Your fears are genuine because of the fact that the virus that causes COVID-19 spreads easily between people in close quarters on board ships, and the chance of getting COVID-19 on cruise ships is high. Outbreaks of COVID-19 have even been reported on cruise ships. It was for this reason that it has been recommended  that people who are not fully vaccinated should avoid travel on cruise ships, including river cruises, worldwide. In addition, people with an increased risk of severe illness should also avoid travel on cruise ships, including river cruises, regardless of vaccination status. It is also advisable that people who decide to go on a cruise should get tested 1–3 days before their trip and 3–5 days after their trip, regardless of vaccination status. You should also wear a mask to keep your nose and mouth covered when in shared spaces.

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