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Yeah it feels like a move designed simply to push any decisions back until the new year. At the end of the day, not a big deal. Let's figure out this second wave and then worry about other things.

As a temporary measure, it makes some level of sense. 

But at the end of the day, the cruise lines want to have as many cruisers as they can safely handle, and I think you do that by having your terminal ports in a country with the third largest population in the world. So I think putting efforts into pressuring the CDC and whomever else is the right way to go.

Maybe. Upon further reflection it was probably easier to get the North Americans to one location, quarantine them, then fly everyone at once to Singapore on the same flights. In this manner you minimize the chance of outside contact. (Before they quarantine again)

Happy for the guy. Gets to back doing what he loves. 
 

But weird that he had to fly from Alaska to Miami in order to go to Singapore. 

I think photos cost around $20. You may get a BOGO offer per sea pass, can't guarantee that you will though. 
 

As Matt always says (sort of), order the package, and if you decide not to go with it you can cancel before you go. 

I will note that the two times I've flown day of for a cruise we had no issues. 
 

The caveat here is that the first cruise was around 89, we had charter flights, and it may well have been a charter cruise for a vacation company. 
 

The second cruise was in 2007, but probably more relevant. We went Toronto to Sam Juan with a stop in Dulles, and made it with zero issues. Even had time to explore old San Juan before sail away. But it was a little stressful thinking of what might happen should we get there late. 
 

Since then we've always flown in at least a day ahead. So much more relaxing. 

4 hours ago, monctonguy said:

I wouldn't assume that ever....we can't even get a family doctor with UHC...so not sure they are going to cover the cost of a test cause I want to go south. I love how people think we have free and great healthcare....free is only good if you can actually get it...  One of my favorite topics when cruising to discuss with my American friends...

 

No mention of cost though....but until the "Atlantic" Bubble bursts, i cant go anywhere..even in Canada without the 14 day quarantine so its a small step in the right direction but still months away I feel from any type of potential impact on a great scale.

It's strange that you can't get a family doctor. But then again I can only speak for my experience in Ontario, where it hasn't been that difficult to find them. 
 

Ive read that the OHIP reimbursement for COVID tests is between $40-50 so if it's covered I'd guess it would be similar. If it's not then that $150 figure floated earlier doesn't sound too far-fetched. 

5 hours ago, twangster said:

Great news.  What does it cost?

I'm assuming that our UHC would cover it.

45 minutes ago, stevendom57 said:

Is it because the bugs are still stuck to your windshield? 

I guarantee you that this would be the case if I still had that car.

1 hour ago, stevendom57 said:

Yea, those "love bugs" are awful.

It's sad that one of my lasting memories of living in Houston are the love bugs. 

1 hour ago, HeWhoWaits said:

Another option that doesn't rely on any airlines - drive it. Austin to New Orleans is only about 8 driving hours each way. By the time you drive to the airport, go through security, wait for your flight, sit in those tiny seats for a while, wait at baggage claim, and travel to your hotel the time saving is probably only an hour or two.

Hopefully you wouldn't be driving during bug season. I-10 can be brutal during that time. 

I would never say no to an Oasis class, amped or not. Also, I like the boardwalk sight lines without the Abyss (not that fussed either way though), so Allure would be great as far as I'm concerned. 

So basically no team play. Makes sense.

I still love that article. Although in fairness, at least St. Louis food is something that's known.

Toronto's cuisine (that isn't from somewhere else) consists of hot dog carts (aka street meat. Not that unique, but they are everywhere.), peameal bacon sandwiches, and... (does a google search) ...sushi pizza? Alrighty then.

3 minutes ago, twangster said:

When the playoffs were announced somewhere on this forum I posted that the Leafs might have a chance this year.   They quickly proved they are still the Leafs, even in a bubble.

There are three certainties in life: Death, taxes, and the Leafs underachieving.

19 hours ago, Andrew72681 said:

Don’t fret, just like the Stanley cup when cruises start back up it’ll be US only

I live in the heart of Leafs Nation, and it's never not funny when they fail to win.

3 hours ago, twangster said:

The National Hockey League is posting about cruise ships?  Slow off season I guess...

Keep Bettman far away from the cruise industry, please and thank you. 

10 hours ago, RWDW1204 said:

What's wrong with provel? It's a St. Louis thing!

First off, a "St Louis thing" is not necessarily bad. You've got Toasted Ravioli, Panera, and Bernie Federko, among others. 
 

But provel does not taste good on pizza. I'm sorry, it just doesn't. 

Any pizza can be good pizza. Unless it's got provel on it. 

I thought they were doing some renovations in Port Everglades?

On 9/21/2020 at 11:37 AM, Ampurp85 said:

River cruises in America are too darn expensive for the product offered....in most cases you can take at least 2 RCG for the price of one. River cruises in other countries are a better value because they allow you to see, often historic, sites at a decent price. European river cruises also work out to be a better bang for your buck because the all inclusive pricing usually covers intimate touring groups. I took a 4N Nile river cruise in Egypt and we had a private guide, balcony and all excursions included for under $400 per person. I was looking at American Queen and the most basic room is over $2000 per person. I know most of the river cruises are are over 9 days, because it is a lazy way to travel, but with no real activities....it is just not worth it. I cannot see RCG wanting to do river cruises, maybe another flagship like Azamara...but they would have to choose their ports, excursions and itineraries carefully.

Not just river cruises in NA - I once looked up that train tour through the Rockies and wow that's pricey. Wouldn't mind doing it but I gotta win the lottery first. 

10 hours ago, DublinFC said:

I am hoping to have plenty of leftovers too so I can snack on it later too.  I already told my wife our bill might be a little steep from the grab and go sushi option.  I plan to have it a few times on the ship

When my daughter and I did this we weren't allowed to take leftovers out of Izumi. 

But anyway, I did a 3 Gorges Dam river cruise. And outside of an understandably partisan narrative during tours (mainland China, what are you gonna do?), it was a pretty enjoyable time, although it took a while to adjust to the idea of mostly sitting down and enjoying the trip.

On 9/19/2020 at 9:47 AM, HeWhoWaits said:

Windsor would be perfect - it would allow folks who want to go to Detroit (why, I don't really know unless your favorite sports team is playing there) easy access and meet the requirement.

I read the first four words out of context and had a good laugh. But outside of that, you make a good point. 

Sounds dangerous. Sake is the most dangerous thing you can have at a sushi restaurant. Unless they serve fugu. 
 

id be in.