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Low water levels

PASSENGERS travelling on the Rhine, above Koblenz, are likely to see itineraries change due to low water levels this week. Cruise lines including Scenic, Riviera, Emerald, and Nicko Cruises have been arranging alternative routes and sightseeing tours from different ports in Germany.

No jab, no ban

UNVACCINATED passengers will be allowed to travel on several cruise lines from next month. While Covid-19 vaccination status is still recommended, from September 3, Norwegian

Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas will allow unvaccinated guests to embark with a negative Covid19 test taken within 72 hours prior to departure. Royal Caribbean Cruise Line will follow suit on September 5.

However, requirements may differ in destinations with specific regulations, including Canada, Greece, and Bermuda.

All-inclusive Caribbean

WITH eight bars serving all-inclusive drinks there’s a club vibe on 670-guest Azamara Onward. The 13-night Deep Caribbean Voyage from Miami, Florida, departs January 4, 2023, and online bookings are reduced by £166 pp, starting at £1,957 pp including tips ( iglucruise.com, 020 37 335 557).

School’s out

KEEP the kids entertained with sports coaching, talent shows and gaming in The Reef, Britannia’s under-18s kids’ zone. The 14- night ‘Mediterranean’ cruise from Southampton on August 21 starts from £979 pp, with calls including Valencia, Barcelona, Alicante and Cadiz ( pocruises. com, 03453 555 111).