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What should cruise passengers know about ticks on excursions?

Risk relates to shore activities, so use destination advice and report every port and excursion if illness follows.

Reviewed by VuxLore® Knowledge Team For Everyone

Short answer

Risk relates to shore activities, so use destination advice and report every port and excursion if illness follows.

At a glance

Risk relates to shore activities, so use destination advice and report every port and excursion if illness follows. Use current destination advice and retain the full itinerary.

Key takeaways

• Risk relates to shore activities, so use destination advice and report every port and excursion if illness follows.

• Use current destination advice and retain the full itinerary.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

Risk relates to shore activities, so use destination advice and report every port and excursion if illness follows.

Use it in context

Use current destination advice and retain the full itinerary.

Practical next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

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