Full vaccination status has been changed from "required" to "recommended" as part of the new protocols and guidelines.
MSC Cruises has updated its Covid-19 protocols, meaning anyone departing from the UK from October 1, 2022 is now "recommended" to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 rather than "required".
Testing requirements have also changed, with fully-vaccinated guests not required (but recommended) to test before departure. Any unvaccinated guests aged five or older are required to complete a RT-PCR or Antigen test within 48 hours of departure.