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Has there ever been a shark attack in Coco Cay?
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ArriveCAN ending Sept 30
GoodSmith replied to smokeybandit's topic in Royal Caribbean News and Rumors
Hopefully the same goes for the US vaccination requirement. Some unvaccinated family members are eager to cruise with me but cannot enter the US. -
I am on this sailing and was disappointed reading the email. 13 days would put me 2 points short of Diamond I don't want the partial refund if they honour my 56 points, you think they would be ok with that? Seriously I don't understand why we have to return early. Can't they implement these inspections and protocols onboard during the 14-days sailing?
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Original vaccination proof for Canadians in Ontario
GoodSmith replied to GoodSmith's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
So I have been contacting Royal Caribbean on Twitter and by phone. Here's what I got so far. On Twitter they seemed to be ok with what's available to Ontarians so far, quoting "As long as it's an official record of your vaccination." On the phone I was told that when something like the CDC card is not available then I can provide an electronic document received from the health authority that administered the vaccine. In either case I will be taking my health card with me, so if feasible at the port they can access the Ministry of Health website and validate my vaccination status of necessary. This is very important on the transatlantic cruise where vaccination is obligatory. It's hard to believe there won't be other Canadians booked on this cruise, and I would love to hear what they think of this. -
Original vaccination proof for Canadians in Ontario
GoodSmith replied to GoodSmith's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
I contacted Royal Caribbean on Twitter but they just kept saying "original vaccination record issued by the country's health authority". The keyword here is "original". I have that document but it's printed from the internet, not something mailed or stamped. My final payment due date is approaching. I contacted my travel agent and will try to reach again to Royal Caribbean through other channels. My upcoming TA cruise requires ALL passengers to be vaccinated, which makes the situation more delicate for me and other Canadians. Will keep you posted on what I find. -
Any Canadians here started cruising with Royal Caribbean yet (specifically Canadians from Ontario)? and what original proof of vaccination did you use? Luckily I was able to get both my Pfizer shots, but due to vaccine shortage in Canada and me insisting to match my first dose I had to wait 10 weeks instead of 3 between doses. Now I am worried Royal Caribbean will not even accept this as a valid vaccination, although in the UK they delayed Pfizer 2nd dose from 3 to 12 weeks and studies showed this generated more antibodies, but what's really worrying me is that here in Ontario we didn't get something like those CDC cards, and the only vaccination proof I have so far are 2 PDFs I can download and print which show all my vaccination details. I really need to know if this will be considered original proof of vaccination, because after all the struggle I have been through I don't want to arrive at the cruise terminal with these printouts to find that they are not acceptable and be treated as unvaccinated.
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Double Points extended until September 2022
GoodSmith replied to Lovetocruise2002's topic in Royal Caribbean News and Rumors
Actually this might not be that good of a news as it may imply RC doesn't see cruising resuming anytime soon so they are extending the program further to keep new bookings alive. I hope I am wrong. -
What is something you'll never do again on a cruise?
GoodSmith replied to Matt's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Actually I would attend one of those again if the presenter was Jenna Williams. I attended her show on my first cruise and was disappointed, but I loved her charisma and enthusiasm, I would actually go watch her again just for the show ? -
Buffet Dining going forward?
GoodSmith replied to CNA Jacksonville's topic in Royal Caribbean Dining
They throw even unserved food if not eaten in 4 hours. They would be wasting more food this way, but it's probably a cheap price to pay for our safety in these times. -
Windjammer love it or hate it?
GoodSmith replied to R yeo's topic in Royal Caribbean News and Rumors
I certainly love it and don't think I will be cruising again until they bring the buffet back. It would also be the time when it's safer to travel and these restrictions are lifted. Cruising is all about the freedom and relaxation of a vacation, which other dining options don't provide. I tried specialty/main dining once but didn't feel like it. I like to feel free and relaxed with what I wear and how I eat all my meals. And by the way, I don't like those who fill mountains of food in their plates and throw half of it. I actually do the opposite, I fill many smaller plates and I keep moving around between my table and the buffet to stay active while eating. I would rather waste water and dish washing than wasting food. -
Symphony OTS Live! - Transatlantic Oct. 28, 2018 "Coming to America"
GoodSmith replied to twangster's topic in Live Blogs
I found your previous blog on Serenade, unfortunately most of your great photos are deleted, but I got this nice summary: -
Symphony OTS Live! - Transatlantic Oct. 28, 2018 "Coming to America"
GoodSmith replied to twangster's topic in Live Blogs
I would have loved to know your opinion on how smaller ships compare to an Oasis class when there are limited choices for activities and dining. Really wanted to see this ship through your lens. -
Thank you @Neaxan for sharing your first RC cruise with us and letting us live the experience with you. You were also very lucky meeting @twangster ? Choosing Symphony for your first RC cruise is a smart choice so you could see the best and most of what Royal Caribbean offers.
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Symphony OTS Live! - Transatlantic Oct. 28, 2018 "Coming to America"
GoodSmith replied to twangster's topic in Live Blogs
Thank you for another enjoyable blog. I imagined myself sitting with you in that shuttle bus as I continue my journey on Serenade for the next 10 days. Is it possible to share with us what future cruises you have booked, even if you are not blogging them? -
Symphony OTS Live! - Transatlantic Oct. 28, 2018 "Coming to America"
GoodSmith replied to twangster's topic in Live Blogs
I was searching for you in the Grills among other periscopers videos but couldn't find you. You must have taken extreme precautions there ? -
Symphony OTS Live! - Transatlantic Oct. 28, 2018 "Coming to America"
GoodSmith replied to twangster's topic in Live Blogs
That Solarium is a Symphony of Light in itself ! -
Symphony OTS Live! - Transatlantic Oct. 28, 2018 "Coming to America"
GoodSmith replied to twangster's topic in Live Blogs
Can the same WOWband be "re-programmed" and used on a later cruise free of charge? -
Symphony OTS Live! - Transatlantic Oct. 28, 2018 "Coming to America"
GoodSmith replied to twangster's topic in Live Blogs
Learning new things in this blog! Thanks -
Symphony OTS Live! - Transatlantic Oct. 28, 2018 "Coming to America"
GoodSmith replied to twangster's topic in Live Blogs
Is this a standard on all Oasis ships? Does the Soda come with the free meal? Although I am slowly turning into a vegetarian, the burger looks delicious! -
Symphony OTS Live! - Transatlantic Oct. 28, 2018 "Coming to America"
GoodSmith replied to twangster's topic in Live Blogs
I am concerned about the amount of food waste the happens on cruise ships or everywhere else. I hope Royal Caribbean makes good use of it. -
Come Say Hello! I Work On Independence Of The Seas!
GoodSmith replied to CHRIS WONG's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Hi Chris, I have been always wondering where the ship staff sleep and how their accommodation look like compared to guests. On which deck are their cabins? Does the captain get a better cabin than other staff? How long is each shift? Do they work 7 days a week? Are you allowed to post videos or photos of crew-only areas? It will be interesting seeing the "other side" of the cruising world. -
Symphony OTS Live! - Transatlantic Oct. 28, 2018 "Coming to America"
GoodSmith replied to twangster's topic in Live Blogs
Sir, you sure know how to pick up your onboard program!