SpeedNoodles

I read that it's already on a downward trend in South Africa, so here's hoping!

I think that when they planned to ramp up capacity Omicrom wasn't even a known thing.  It appeared and then spread like wildfire.  Had it just still been Delta, they might have been just fine.
Or not.  What do I know?

This week has been a good reminder for everyone that is going on a cruise until further notice to expect the unexpected.
We were lucky that most of the summer and fall was largely uninterrupted, but those of us who went on cruises back in June and July anticipated more changes regularly.
So if you have a cruise booked at all going forward, until Covid is akin to Zika now (in terms of a non-issue), assume something like this could happen on your sailing. 

We don't have a problem with masks. It is the closing down of shows and other venues on ship that is the deal breaker for us. Add to that reduced or no port stops and a 7 night cruise to no where with reduced amenenties on board is what has me concerned. Ugh. I'm looking at my packed suitcase and in tears. So frustrated.
 

I think at this point it would be better to take that discussion private instead of hashing it out here, if it's important to you.

I read that it's already on a downward trend in South Africa, so here's hoping!

I think at this point it would be better to take that discussion private instead of hashing it out here, if it's important to you.

I think at this point it would be better to take that discussion private instead of hashing it out here, if it's important to you.

I don’t think this is a doomed ghost ship, Royal had a situation, they had a plan in place to address the situation, they have to report to ports, the ports decided against allowing us to dock to protect their citizens. In the long run, we the cruiser’s have to be truthful in our disclosures to Royal, that was the original issue that brought us back to FLL, then every close contact had to be quarantined, so here we are it is what it is

Sounds like we’re getting OBC for 2 missed days in port and then 50% FCC for price of the cruise, I was looking forward to shopping on Aruba but I’ll take Credits lol 

Skipping Aruba tomorrow confirmed. We are getting compensation which is welcome. I know it involves OBC and a FCC. @Clover18 can you add to this? Please? We were eating dinner and it was loud, I could not hear specifics, intoxicated people loudly laughing and banging on the table, I'm just astonished at the offer. Sailing and eating for the rest of the trip, bring a wheel barrel to disembarkation I'm gonna need it. 

I read that it's already on a downward trend in South Africa, so here's hoping!

Personally, I think it's too much to ask of the room attendant. They're busy with not only cleaning your room but many others.

Yes, casino rate cruises are awarded C&A points

He posted about a half hour ago (check thread below).  He’s waiting for permission to release a video.

I think that when they planned to ramp up capacity Omicrom wasn't even a known thing.  It appeared and then spread like wildfire.  Had it just still been Delta, they might have been just fine.
Or not.  What do I know?

Wishing for the 'good ole days' when all we worried about was Norovirus, those were the days.

I can see being disappointed.  I can NOT see being upset.  This isn't 2019, and things have changed dramatically even in the past 10 days.

I think at this point it would be better to take that discussion private instead of hashing it out here, if it's important to you.

Or even better, put those robot bar tenders to real work! Lol 

I also agree that a smoking venue with GOOD ventilation and exhaust would be a welcome feature even though I do not smoke...but pity the poor crew that has to work there.  I guess it's no different than the casino crew who have worked in the smoky casino for years....

Sailing away from Cococay …… it was too windy for us to dock this morning 

I am trying to keep this focused on the crew.  

@Clover18 so we have just been told 52 positive cases, 3 passengers and the rest crew. The crew is still upbeat but we have been restricted by the health authorities and we are not allowed off the ship in Curacao and most likely not allowed off tomorrow either. Now we are waiting to see if they will cut this sailing short. The pool deck and solarium are standing room only. Will update when we know. Captain is wonderful, very transparent. Our excursion from today has been refunded, no showgirls shows at all this sailing. 
We are staying positive because we are healthy and in the beautiful warm weather!
Going to look for more ducks!!
 

I'm clearly in the wrong Facebook groups (or maybe the right ones, lol).