#GrandPrincess Update: We can confirm that disembarkation of guests onboard Grand Princess is expected to begin tomorrow in the Port of Oakland. We received official confirmation during a press conference held by California Governor Gavin Newsom and others.
Disembarkation will commence in order of priority, as defined and directed by both state and local authorities. It is expected to be a multiple day process.
The U.S. Coast Guard will be sending California Health & Human Services teams to assist with medical triage, screening and interviews, and prioritizing those who require the most acute care.
To avoid delays, testing will be conducted when guests arrive at their onward destination. Once disembarkation of the guests is completed, the crew will remain onboard and Grand Princess will depart from San Francisco bay. Plans for a crew quarantine are still being determined.
The safety, health and well-being of our guests and crew is always our top priority, and we continue to make every effort to ensure they are safe and comfortable while they remain onboard. Taking learnings from our experience in Japan, this includes, but is not limited to...
Prescription Medication: We quickly mobilized our team to gather prescription refill needs from guests and completed delivery of the first 405, prioritizing the most urgently required. We’re processing the remaining prescriptions according to priority and are awaiting delivery.
Fresh air and sunlight program: The CDC approved a rotation program to allow guests both fresh air and sunlight, made possible in-part by instructing guests to adhere to social distancing.
Free Internet: Guests will continue to be provided complimentary internet and telephone to stay in contact with their families and loved ones. Additional instructions were provided to guests today in order to stay connected while onboard.
