stavy Posted February 24, 2014 #1 Share Posted February 24, 2014 Hi We are going on a cruise from Sydney, Australia, stopping in New Zealand, Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora...Do we need to get any shots before we go?:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Aurora Posted February 24, 2014 #2 Share Posted February 24, 2014 We have been to all the countries/ports mentioned, and have never felt that we needed any additional vaccinations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallie5446 Posted February 24, 2014 #3 Share Posted February 24, 2014 In 25+ years we have yet to be asked to provide shot records to sail. But, on a personal note, if you are prone to infections, it may not be a bad idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stavy Posted February 25, 2014 Author #4 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Thank you,,trying to decide. Think we need a tetanus shot though...it's been a while:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midwestchick Posted February 25, 2014 #5 Share Posted February 25, 2014 I think it's a good idea to get the Hepatits B vaccinations. There are 3 injections over a period of a few months. I say this because my sister contacted Hep. B in Mexico one year...she was deathly sick. They stayed at a reputable hotel and did not eat at any of those local street vendors or other restaurants. One can never be too careful. It's always wise to keep up with your tetanus vaccine. Yes...I have had mine. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyTvlr Posted March 9, 2014 #6 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Shots are not required, but agree with above about Hep and tetanus shots. We travel a lot, and I enjoy peace of mind that we are better protected. I worry less about my adventurous husband eating what I call "street" food. I was really glad the guy on Isle of Pines had closed up his snail sales out of the back of his truck when my husband got the urge to try one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pushka Posted March 9, 2014 #7 Share Posted March 9, 2014 (edited) Apparently tetanus is isn't given regularly now but on a needs basis - ie dirty cut. Edited March 9, 2014 by Pushka Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arusha Posted March 9, 2014 #8 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Hi We are going on a cruise from Sydney, Australia, stopping in New Zealand, Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora...Do we need to get any shots before we go?:confused: For US residents cruising to French Polynesia, Australia, and New Zealand, here's what the CDC recommends: http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/cruise_ship/french-polynesia http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/cruise_ship/australia http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/cruise_ship/new-zealand Consult your doctor or local travel medicine clinic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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