bridges1995 Posted July 2, 2015 #1 Share Posted July 2, 2015 I'll be going on a Southern Caribbean cruise with Royal Caribbean and was looking through my cruise documentation when I ran across the following information about inoculations. I. Inoculation/Health: As detailed in our brochure, all guests must ensure that they are medically and physically fit for travel. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) provide guidelines as to which vaccinations are required in each country. In many cases inoculations are recommended, but in some circumstances, they are required. We recommend that you check with your health care professional or a Travel Medicine Specialist certified by the WHO for guidance. Other informational resources can be accessed on the*Centers for Disease Control and Prevention traveler's health website*or by calling toll-free (877) FYI-TRIP and on the*World Health Organization website. 1. Do I really have to double-check my inoculations? 2. If so, do I need to bring my inoculation records on the cruise? Note: We will be stopping at San Juan, St Thomas, St Croix, Antigua, St Lucia, and Grenada. Thanks! Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted July 2, 2015 #2 Share Posted July 2, 2015 (edited) It is always good to make sure your Tetanus shot is up to date I do not think you need any other shots for those Islands some Countries require Yellow fever shots before you arrive You can check here for what is required http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/country.html Edited July 2, 2015 by LHT28 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Hlitner Posted July 2, 2015 #3 Share Posted July 2, 2015 There are no "required" immunizations for those countries. However, it is always wise to give your family physician a call and ask if you should update basic things like tetanus, flu, etc. Hank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flacplnj Posted July 2, 2015 #4 Share Posted July 2, 2015 We have traveled the Caribbean for 16 years. There was never a requirement to show proof of inoculations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted July 2, 2015 #5 Share Posted July 2, 2015 We've been to all of your port stops many times. Great itinerary! :) Like others have said, no inoculations are required. It is a good idea to make sure your tetanus shot is up to date! Look forward to having a WONDERFUL cruise! :D LuLu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kamloops50 Posted July 2, 2015 #6 Share Posted July 2, 2015 (edited) We have cruised to many countries that say that certain vaccines required . We have never been asked for proof or done them. Some countries say to take malaria drugs when visiting . Then the small print says "If going into remote parts away from the major centers " . We always check with our local travel clinic for up to date information. Edited July 2, 2015 by Kamloops50 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted July 2, 2015 #7 Share Posted July 2, 2015 You do not need any vaccinations or shots at all to cruise to the S. Caribbean. No worries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted July 2, 2015 #8 Share Posted July 2, 2015 As mentioned you do not require any immunizations but it's always good to be sure that your immunizations are up to date. On a related note, when we sailed the Caribbean earlier this year we were encouraged by the cruise line to use insect repellent due to concerns about the Chikungunya. We took the advice of the cruise line and used repellent in all ports this time around. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted July 2, 2015 #9 Share Posted July 2, 2015 While the cruise line or countries visited may not require any vaccines, you may wish to check with your doctor for their advice as to your particular needs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bridges1995 Posted July 2, 2015 Author #10 Share Posted July 2, 2015 Thanks for all of the great information! I checked the CDC travelers website and only routine vaccinations are required. However, the website did mention Hepatitis A and Typhoid are recommended (but not required) immunizations. I think I'll also ask my doctor about a tetanus booster. Thanks again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted July 2, 2015 #11 Share Posted July 2, 2015 We just had our tetanus shots updated -- do this every 10 years. Also make certain you have had the flu shot. Good to get a pneumonia shot if you haven't gotten one. We always take an insect repellent that has DEET in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted July 2, 2015 #12 Share Posted July 2, 2015 We just had our tetanus shots updated -- do this every 10 years. Also make certain you have had the flu shot. Good to get a pneumonia shot if you haven't gotten one. We always take an insect repellent that has DEET in it. But you don't know the age of the original poster and you are really recommending a Pneumonia Shot? I am sure you would agree that they should consult with their Physician. :) Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CptSticky Posted July 2, 2015 #13 Share Posted July 2, 2015 As mentioned you do not require any immunizations but it's always good to be sure that your immunizations are up to date. On a related note, when we sailed the Caribbean earlier this year we were encouraged by the cruise line to use insect repellent due to concerns about the Chikungunya. We took the advice of the cruise line and used repellent in all ports this time around. Keith Ditto what others have said about this area not needing special shots, but wanted to stress the warning about Chikungunya! It is rapidly spreading through out the Caribbean and from what I've read is not a fun disease at all. As for carrying documentation as proof of vaccination, the only one that I'm aware of is Yellow Fever and for that you need the "official" Yellow Card which can only be issued by certain people who are authorized to give the shot and fill out the card. We carry ours in the passport folder just in case it's ever needed. So far, never needed it (yet!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted July 3, 2015 #14 Share Posted July 3, 2015 Ditto what others have said about this area not needing special shots, but wanted to stress the warning about Chikungunya! It is rapidly spreading through out the Caribbean and from what I've read is not a fun disease at all. You are correct. We used DEET in all Caribbean Ports earlier this year and last last year on multiple cruises based on what we read and what the cruise line recommended. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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