Pooch

sorry, promise not to turn 65 again.

Hope so, I really wanted the Eastern Caribbean itinerary.

My question concerns the timing of the covid test. Given the uncertainty of exactly when your results will be available, how do I ensure my test is taken within the 72 hr window but that there is time to get the results prior to boarding? What if I don’t get my results in time??? If I have to be tested at the terminal, will they bill my insurance for it?

She already did the Lift & Shift maybe a couple months ago but was told we COULD NOT switch to EC. This does not appear to be true so hoping she gets someone who will make the switch for her/us.

Based on a few posts on another cruise website, I am questioning my inability to Lift & Shift from Western to Eastern Caribbean (most of you have already heard the story of my fabulous upgrade!). When I try to move my current WC to next year EC is an option. So I emailed my wonderful TA Emily. She is going to try to argue our way to a move to EC on Harmony in March 2022. I am crossing my fingers but will be happy either way. Wish me (i mean her!) luck!!!!

ok should I feel like a poor relation because my RSC suite is on deck 10?!?!?!?

And that's why I have a "guy"!! In my case, I am working until we are both eligible for Medicare (which we now are!!!). Private health insurance can be very expensive.

There are some exceptions (just googled Rule of 55) to the 59 1/2 guideline.

My guess is because that’s when you can start withdrawing from retirement funds without penalty.

I have 4 more months on the job so I have pretty much been ignoring them. My retirement guy says he will sort it all out for me in December.

Oh I hear you. Mine are seventh, sixth and fourth. Told the sixth graders math teacher last year that NO ONE needs to be able to divide fractions and IF he did, there would be a computer to do it for him!!! And thank you all for your kind wishes. Hope to meet each and every one of you one day!!

Well I turned the dreaded 65 today so feeling VERY old!!!

Ok, define “old” !!!!!!

I never send original birth certificates. I keep those and have certified (raised seal) copies to submit for whomever might need it. Here in CT those are obtained by a 5 minute, $20 visit to the local Town Clerk. Hubby was born in New Hampshire but they have an on line request service, ordered 2 just in case. Those originals are kinda special and I would hate to have one lost.

Any idea what this might mean for 2021 cruises prior to April? My Rhapsody out of Tampa is in March? Does this mean no cruise or no changes??!

Without the problems associated with Covid, I would have suggested just getting a travel pass for however many days you’ll be in Bermuda. Unlimited use of all public transportation including bus and ferry. We had as much fun on the buses interacting with locals ( they all have great suggestions on where to go, bars, restaurants) and the NASCAR level bus drivers made every trip an adventure!! Passes were cheap and we went everywhere using them.

No change in my rhapsody cruise, still bouncing from $61 to $46 and back again.

Took our grandson on his first cruise in February- 4 day Mariner out of PC. Love the picture of him in a “Superman” pose on the flowrider!

Kinda backwards but I L & S'd our March 21 Rhapsody to March 22 Harmony then rebooked the March 21 Rhapsody. We liked our original itinerary so we booked it again, same price, same room. Plus we got a half price Owners Suite on Harmony! Oh and also thanks to our MEI agent. Thank you Emily!!!

The price on our cruise has risen almost 30% in the last few weeks. I am stubbornly holding onto the hope that they have reached reduced capacity and are trying to discourage further bookings. That's my story and I'm sticking to it!

Oh from your mouth to God's ear!!!! I know, but the suspense is killing me.

Yes but does that mean cruising won't begin until April????

What do you think this might mean for our cruise in March 2021??? edited to add: Rhapsody out of Tampa

My March 2021 Rhapsody cruise just shot up 25%. Thinking this is their way of discouraging further bookings. Maybe more room in the Solarium?!?!

Wow what a surprise!!!