Larry Muster

59 minutes ago, Jill said:

I hope it stays that way. The only time we go into the casino now is to cash out our “non refundable” OBC  

I know I sometimes get $5 free to gamble with, but I never thought of using my excess OBC to gamble which is brilliant. 

39 minutes ago, tonyfsu21 said:

Support & donate to your Casinos because they could be the only thing keeping these ships floating at this point. Think about that….

Actually that is a really good observation!

When I read the title of the topic, this is what went through my mind...  

Funny how the spelling of one word can change the context of a sentance.

Looking for advice on how to properly recognize my WONDERFUL MEI Travel Agent for all the amazing work they do for me.  With everyone working from home I don't really have a way to send a gift or card.  Surely I'm not the only person who has thought of this.

8 minutes ago, Ampurp85 said:

Do you think $1400 is worth 10 points? Because realistically I could sail solo again for less than $1400 and get those points......and get to enjoy another cruise. Another 5 nighter at 2x the point for solo could be under $1000. 

I don't disagree that there are easier ways to get the points, but right now I have less vacation time than money so it's more realistic for me to do it this way.  Plus I've got a good amount of Cruise Credit to burn.

I'm solo on a 5 night cruise this summer.  That should get me 4 points per night or 20 total.  Should I upgrade to a Junior Suite to get 10 extra points?  The difference is about $1400.

We sail on 12/26 which makes our testing window 12/24 - 12/25.  We have the at-home tests approved by RCCL but are wondering if they are open for proctored testing on Christmas Day or not.  I searched the emed site and submitted the question but no response.  Anybody know?

4 hours ago, Yo2slick said:I have not worn a mask since this started and I will not wear one.  If a business requires it then they don't need my money.  I actually think for myself instead of blindly following the masses that listen to people with an agenda.  

These Yo2slick think for yourself sessions sound fascinating.  Wish I could have been there.  
So during this session you decided that limiting what droplets might enter or leave your mouth and nose is not a good idea?  Can you walk the rest of us through your logic?  What made limiting droplet exposure a bad idea for Yo2slick and those around you?

This is truly not sarcasm, I would love for you to explain your process.

14 minutes ago, bytheslice said:

If I have to wear a mask, I am not cruising. Real men don't wear masks!

Also, if Royal increases the gratuities charge, no cruising for this real man.

There are a lot of first responders out there on the front lines that wear masks.  Let me know when you want to go up to the firehouse with me to tell the firefighters that real men don’t wear masks. 

Just now, mworkman said:

It does, but you don't like the answer! 

I’m not a healthcare worker when I’m at Schooner bar (drinking a very dirty martini and doing poorly at trivia).  The entire article you quoted is specific to healthcare workers wearing cloth masks for long periods of time.  

22 minutes ago, HeWhoWaits said:

Required masks is my deal breaker. Currently, I choose to not frequent any establishment that requires masks while going to similar places where it is optional.

I’m the opposite I look for places that are mask-required.  A barrier makes me more comfortable.  Anything I can do within reason to avoid bringing a virus home is worth the inconvenience in my opinion.

Keep us posted on your haircut protest.

2 minutes ago, mworkman said:

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2015-04-masksdangerous-health.html

This does not support your argument as this does not apply to us cruisers.  This study relates to “Widespread use of cloth masks by healthcare workers”.  Healthcare workers need the disposable masks that can be changed after every patient.  Clearly.

16 minutes ago, mworkman said:

The mask is going to be the biggest problem, they actually put you at an increased risk of respiratory illness and viral infections. 

Do you have any facts to back this up?  Fauci said when cleaned properly, masks work as barriers.  How could a clean barrier increase the chance of respiratory illness?

Last week I cancelled a cruise (that has since been cancelled by RCCL).  I had two rooms booked, one for my wife and I and one for some friends we were ‘gifting’ a cruise to.  Because I canceled our only option was FCC.

Turns out (according to my agent) the FCC will be split and in the name of each each party on the reservation.  The two people we gifted the cruise to are very unlikely to cruise again.  I am wondering if the FCC is transferable (back to me) or if it can ONLY be used by the parties I was gifting the cruise to?

Larry

I think the next question is CAN you still go on a cruise if your work requires a 10 day isolation.   I've heard of people restricting travel because of quarantine restrictions in place by their employers.  

Larry

Supposed to be on Oasis June 27th out of New Jersey.  I've got my fingers crossed but won't be totally surprised if it does not sail.

My agent jumped on this for me.  He’s getting me FCC for the rooms and rebooking now at the reduced price. I feel guilty about having him do all this work knowing it looks like the sailing may ultimately be cancelled.

Another brilliant idea worth looking into - thank you very much!

Booking new reservations and paying in full makes a lot of sense.  I do have a little anxiety over violating the spirit of the policy.

As someone else mentioned since I am really cancelling just to rebook they could charge me a hefty cancel fee.

I think I’m going to send this to my agent and see what they can work out for me.  Thanks for helping me brainstorm.

LARRY

I'm booked on a cruise that may or may not end up happening because it is so close to the 'restart' date.  We are supposed to depart Cape Liberty in late June.  For purposes of this discussion lets assume the cruise is happening.  

We booked a Central Park Balcony for ~2700 and an ocean view balcony for ~3000.  Currently on the website the two rooms are going for ~1500 / ~1600.

Given that we are past final payment date can I have my agent just cancel and rebook?  I know the cruise with confidence program will allow me to cancel but it seems shady to cancel only to rebook the same sailing at a lower rate knowing I could not do that in a business as usual situation.

Larry

Oh man.  John is great but I always thought we had an exclusive relationship.  I didn't realize he had other clients.  

Scooping up 10 shares a day for the past few weeks.

NOW is the time to pickup the 100 shares! It’s a steal.

Annette:  What about Air2Sea charges?  Are those refunded as FCC as well?

Also in the unlikely event we still want to use the flights but NOT cruise how would that work?

Larry Muster

No.  They provided no more detail than what I sent in the picture.  I have yet to find a cruise where I have been able to use the benefit.  I’m beginning to think it is not real.