Carnival Cruise Line has released a statement regarding cruises to Cuba after the U.S. State Department issued a warning to the American public about travel to Cuba.
Carnival stated that they will be continuing Cruises to Cuba and issued the following statement:
“While members and relatives of the U.S. diplomatic corps have suffered illnesses apparently triggered by occurrences at the diplomatic offices or possibly their homes, none of the more than 475,000 other Americans visiting Cuba this year have reported similar health issues related to their visits. We are, of course, closely monitoring and are in touch with U.S., as well as Cuban authorities, and will act accordingly if anything warrants a change in our plans.
Please be advised that your visa for travel to Cuba is valid, and there are no issues with your return to the U.S. The State Department advisory does not prohibit Americans from traveling to Cuba.”
Carnival Cruise Line is currently offering cruises to Cuba out of Tampa, Florida on Carnival Paradise.
Carnival Paradise 70,000 gross ton cruise ship that can carry 2,000 passengers.
