Cruise lines will also screen passengers before they board and conduct “enhanced screenings” for those who show symptoms of the deadly virus. AdvertisementAs for potential refunds to passengers barred from boarding, the CLIA directed travelers to contact their cruise line or travel agent to find out about possible compensation. The announcement comes a day after the number of coronavirus cases aboard the Diamond Princess cruise ship climbed to 61 while it has been quarantined off Yokohama, Japan, since Monday. Cruise line association members include Celebrity Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Disney Cruise Line, Princess Cruises and others. The World Health Organization last week declared the coronavirus outbreak to be a global health emergency.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 07, 2020 14:09 UTC