Vax

[Rickey]

If I wanted to take my 10 year old grandson on a cruise in June would he have to be Vaccinated?

[TXcruzer]

No, currently no requirement for anyone under the age of 12. 

[Moby Dick]

https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/if-travel-with-an-unvaccinated-kid-under-12-how-will-our-experience-be

Can I travel with an unvaccinated kid under the age of 12? What are the differences in the cruise experience if my child is unvaccinated?

We look forward to welcoming the whole family aboard. Currently, COVID-19 vaccination is recommended, but not required, for children age 11 and under. Children who have completed their full vaccination schedule are able to follow the protocols outlined for fully vaccinated guests. Teens and tweens age 12 and up must be fully vaccinated to sail. 

For families with an unvaccinated child, there are a few different protocols to keep in mind. 

We expect unvaccinated children to wear masks indoors and in crowded settings, and masks are required for all children age 2 and older while at the Adventure Ocean youth program, regardless of vaccination status. Masks are optional at our private destinations, Perfect Day at CocoCay and Labadee. Guests under 2 do not have to wear a mask at any time.

Unvaccinated children have different testing requirements than vaccinated guests. For full details on testing requirements for unvaccinated kids age 2 to 11, please visit our Testing FAQ

https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/will-i-have-to-take-a-test-before-i-cruise

Required Testing for All Guests Sailing Round-Trip From U.S. Homeports including San Juan, Puerto Rico

This info covers cruises that begin and end within North America. Guests on one-way transatlantic sailings should see the next section.

All Guests: Required Pre-Cruise Testing 

Before boarding day, you’ll need to take a COVID-19 test on your own, at your own expense.

• Vaccinated guests must show a negative COVID-19 test result for a PCR or antigen test taken no more than 2 days before boarding day. NOTE: Kids age 5 to 11 who have been vaccinated may present proof of full vaccination and follow the testing protocols for vaccinated guests.

• Unvaccinated kids age 2 to 11 must show a negative test result for a PCR test (not antigen) taken no more than 3 days before boarding day.

• Unvaccinated kids’ pre-cruise test cannot be taken on boarding day, because that may affect the sample taken during the kids’ test at the terminal.

• Learn more about how to calculate which days you can take your test.

• Guests under 2 years of age do not need to complete a pre-cruise test. 

If you're travelling to the U.S. from another country, you'll also need to take a PCR or antigen test to enter the U.S.

For guests on a cruise that visits Bermuda, additional travel and testing requirements may apply to your sailing. Learn more.

Unvaccinated Kids Age 2-11: Additional Complimentary Testing

In addition to the pre-cruise test, unvaccinated kids will take one or two more tests, depending on the length of the cruise. Royal Caribbean’s test provider will administer these, at no cost to our guests.

• On boarding day, unvaccinated kids will take a complimentary test when checking in at the terminal. Registration details will be sent via email in advance. 

• For cruises that are 5 nights or longer, unvaccinated kids will take a complimentary antigen test onboard before the cruise ends. Guests will be notified onboard about how to register for this test.

• For sailings from Seattle, Washington, unvaccinated kids age 5 – 11 will take a complimentary test within 1 day of arrival to Canada. Guests will be notified onboard about how to register for this test.