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Coronavirus: UAE suspends cruise ship calls

Coronavirus UAE

In a bid to prevent the spread of coronavirus, the UAE has banned cruise ships from docking in its ports, along with imposing restrictions by land and air.

The FCO has advised passengers who have booked or are looking to book an international cruise to the UAE to check with their travel provider before embarking on a trip.

A part of its updated travel advice, the FCO said: “Some routes to and from the United Arab Emirates by air, land and sea have been suspended. You should check with your travel provider before travelling.

“Passenger cruises are currently not allowed to dock in the UAE as a result of measures taken to combat coronavirus. The Cruise Line International Association (CLIA) has adopted an enhanced member health policy which all CLIA ocean member cruise lines are required to follow to address the coronavirus.

“If you are planning to travel on an international cruise that is due to call at any port in the UAE, contact your travel company for the latest information.

“UAE Citizens and Residents have been advised by the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention not to travel abroad and that those who travel may face preventative measures, including isolation, on their return to the UAE.”

The FCO added: “All schools in the UAE have been closed for four weeks from Sunday 8 March 2020.

“A number of events have been cancelled in the UAE in the coming weeks and months. If you are planning to attend a specific event in the UAE, please check with the organisers before travelling.”

Visit gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/united-arab-emirates for more information.

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