Curt From Canada

@Curt From Canada I've been on a only-what-you-cook diet since Oct. My doctor is allowing me an exception when it comes to cruising as long as I get enough water, fruit and veggies to balance out. I don't know what your restrictions are but RC does seem to have some fit options that don't taste like old pizza boxes.?

Sounds about right.  Flu vaccines have a few drawbacks:
1).  They take about two weeks to be fully effective.
2).  They do not cover all strains.  The researchers each year have to make estimates on which strains will be the most prevalent.  There are always strains out there that we are not protected from.
Don't get me going about overeating.  My Dr. put me on a crazy diet.  In less than a month it will face the biggest test yet ... Cruising On A Diet.
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Sounds like a horror movie title.
Curt from Canada
 

Sounds about right.  Flu vaccines have a few drawbacks:
1).  They take about two weeks to be fully effective.
2).  They do not cover all strains.  The researchers each year have to make estimates on which strains will be the most prevalent.  There are always strains out there that we are not protected from.
Don't get me going about overeating.  My Dr. put me on a crazy diet.  In less than a month it will face the biggest test yet ... Cruising On A Diet.
?
Sounds like a horror movie title.
Curt from Canada
 

Ooops ... just saw John and Katrina Blair are now on Vision of the Seas (as of FEB 01).  Neil Diamond fans will have to follow John there.
Curt from Canada

Certainly, you should be most concerned about the flu virus ... it kills approximately 25,000 to 65,000 people in the US each year.  for 2020 (in less than two months it has already claimed 14,000 people).  Your best preparation for any high capacity "event" (public transportation, shopping, entertainment, flying, cruising, etc) is to get a flu shot immediately.  Especially, if you are young or old.
Curt from Canada

Certainly, you should be most concerned about the flu virus ... it kills approximately 25,000 to 65,000 people in the US each year.  for 2020 (in less than two months it has already claimed 14,000 people).  Your best preparation for any high capacity "event" (public transportation, shopping, entertainment, flying, cruising, etc) is to get a flu shot immediately.  Especially, if you are young or old.
Curt from Canada

One of our best Diamond Club experiences was on Oasis in Blaze (our 1st cruise as "Diamonds" ... in 2006).  We had a great time with our Bartender (Sheldon).  We talked Martinis all week and he made a perfect modification to a Deani Martini that still stands today.  Any Diamond Lounge with a bar is a great Diamond Lounge.
Curt from Canada

One of our best Diamond Club experiences was on Oasis in Blaze (our 1st cruise as "Diamonds" ... in 2006).  We had a great time with our Bartender (Sheldon).  We talked Martinis all week and he made a perfect modification to a Deani Martini that still stands today.  Any Diamond Lounge with a bar is a great Diamond Lounge.
Curt from Canada

This is still a very small sample set, but it continues to tell a consistent story (see the three inflection points).  We just got assigned our room number (14 days from sailing).  I can also verify the the "Apple Wallet" hack worked.  We knew over 40 days ago what our GTY Balcony was.
As always, if you have data, just reply and I will add to the spreadsheet.
Curt from Canada

This is still a very small sample set, but it continues to tell a consistent story (see the three inflection points).  We just got assigned our room number (14 days from sailing).  I can also verify the the "Apple Wallet" hack worked.  We knew over 40 days ago what our GTY Balcony was.
As always, if you have data, just reply and I will add to the spreadsheet.
Curt from Canada

Sailing on Grandeur in 15 days and just got my #Gty Interior room.

@WAAAYTOOO... There is a Broadway show about people stranded waiting for their trip to continue.  They have no idea when or where they will be going next.  
3PM show tomorrow on Broadway.  (Maybe only premium sheets)
The only problem it is about being stranded in the middle of nowhere Newfoundland (Come From Away) ... my Canadian is showing.
Still a great show.
Curt from Canada

I have only done the "Apple Hack" once.  You need to have your Sea Pass (preliminary) that does not show a room number (I think it shows either "REPRINT" or "GTY").  There is an option to transfer the Seas Pass to Apple Wallet.  Take that option and underneath the bar code in Apple Wallet the last 5 digits could be the room that they had tentatively placed you in.
I have seen others explain that due to Royal Up, other upgrades, and new reservations they must reserve a spot, but have the option to move you (probably if they can make more money).
I have only done the GTY option once, but is was definitely much cheaper (in my case), kinda' fun to track the "progress" and a little scary that we would end up somewhere far from where we wanted to be.
We will continue to decide cruise by cruise if we GTY or choose our room.
Curt from Canada

I have only done the "Apple Hack" once.  You need to have your Sea Pass (preliminary) that does not show a room number (I think it shows either "REPRINT" or "GTY").  There is an option to transfer the Seas Pass to Apple Wallet.  Take that option and underneath the bar code in Apple Wallet the last 5 digits could be the room that they had tentatively placed you in.
I have seen others explain that due to Royal Up, other upgrades, and new reservations they must reserve a spot, but have the option to move you (probably if they can make more money).
I have only done the GTY option once, but is was definitely much cheaper (in my case), kinda' fun to track the "progress" and a little scary that we would end up somewhere far from where we wanted to be.
We will continue to decide cruise by cruise if we GTY or choose our room.
Curt from Canada

S: Good, actually, great news about your Anthem of the Seas sailing
Good morning! Late last night, we sent you an email sharing the news that the New Jersey Health Authority advised us that they received the results from CDC, and the individuals tested negative for novel coronavirus. (We decided it was a little too late to text you.) The good news, our departure from Cape Liberty, New Jersey will remain the same, at 3:00 PM EST on Monday, February 10th. The even better news, our team has been tirelessly working and has advised you can board the ship today! So, come start your vacation early with us. The terminal doors will open at 3:00 PM today and boarding will take place today from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST, or Monday from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST. Please know, since stevedore availability is limited today, you may need to bring your bags onboard with you, so it may be a good idea to pack lightly.
We really appreciate your understanding during this unexpected and very fluid situation. Our top priority is your health, safety, and wellbeing. We would never put you at risk, especially when it comes to health. So, thank you for your patience and we look forward to seeing you later today, or tomorrow!
 
Yippee !  Boarding today at 3:00. Ready to get this party started !

I have only done the "Apple Hack" once.  You need to have your Sea Pass (preliminary) that does not show a room number (I think it shows either "REPRINT" or "GTY").  There is an option to transfer the Seas Pass to Apple Wallet.  Take that option and underneath the bar code in Apple Wallet the last 5 digits could be the room that they had tentatively placed you in.
I have seen others explain that due to Royal Up, other upgrades, and new reservations they must reserve a spot, but have the option to move you (probably if they can make more money).
I have only done the GTY option once, but is was definitely much cheaper (in my case), kinda' fun to track the "progress" and a little scary that we would end up somewhere far from where we wanted to be.
We will continue to decide cruise by cruise if we GTY or choose our room.
Curt from Canada

I have only done the "Apple Hack" once.  You need to have your Sea Pass (preliminary) that does not show a room number (I think it shows either "REPRINT" or "GTY").  There is an option to transfer the Seas Pass to Apple Wallet.  Take that option and underneath the bar code in Apple Wallet the last 5 digits could be the room that they had tentatively placed you in.
I have seen others explain that due to Royal Up, other upgrades, and new reservations they must reserve a spot, but have the option to move you (probably if they can make more money).
I have only done the GTY option once, but is was definitely much cheaper (in my case), kinda' fun to track the "progress" and a little scary that we would end up somewhere far from where we wanted to be.
We will continue to decide cruise by cruise if we GTY or choose our room.
Curt from Canada

@WAAAYTOOO... There is a Broadway show about people stranded waiting for their trip to continue.  They have no idea when or where they will be going next.  
3PM show tomorrow on Broadway.  (Maybe only premium sheets)
The only problem it is about being stranded in the middle of nowhere Newfoundland (Come From Away) ... my Canadian is showing.
Still a great show.
Curt from Canada

@WAAAYTOOO... There is a Broadway show about people stranded waiting for their trip to continue.  They have no idea when or where they will be going next.  
3PM show tomorrow on Broadway.  (Maybe only premium sheets)
The only problem it is about being stranded in the middle of nowhere Newfoundland (Come From Away) ... my Canadian is showing.
Still a great show.
Curt from Canada

@WAAAYTOOO... There is a Broadway show about people stranded waiting for their trip to continue.  They have no idea when or where they will be going next.  
3PM show tomorrow on Broadway.  (Maybe only premium sheets)
The only problem it is about being stranded in the middle of nowhere Newfoundland (Come From Away) ... my Canadian is showing.
Still a great show.
Curt from Canada

@WAAAYTOOO... There is a Broadway show about people stranded waiting for their trip to continue.  They have no idea when or where they will be going next.  
3PM show tomorrow on Broadway.  (Maybe only premium sheets)
The only problem it is about being stranded in the middle of nowhere Newfoundland (Come From Away) ... my Canadian is showing.
Still a great show.
Curt from Canada

This is still a very small sample set, but it continues to tell a consistent story (see the three inflection points).  We just got assigned our room number (14 days from sailing).  I can also verify the the "Apple Wallet" hack worked.  We knew over 40 days ago what our GTY Balcony was.
As always, if you have data, just reply and I will add to the spreadsheet.
Curt from Canada

100% ... the Flu shot choice each year is a very interesting process.  Not perfect, just a lot better than the "good 'ol days" when we had nothing.
Glad to hear your daughter is bouncing back.  Children are "human petri dishes" that can grow lots of stuff.  They also have fantastic recuperative powers.
Curt from Canada

This is still a very small sample set, but it continues to tell a consistent story (see the three inflection points).  We just got assigned our room number (14 days from sailing).  I can also verify the the "Apple Wallet" hack worked.  We knew over 40 days ago what our GTY Balcony was.
As always, if you have data, just reply and I will add to the spreadsheet.
Curt from Canada

Oh no ... this is much too easy.  I hope everyone gets the joke.  Still, it is like Larry Walker facing a Single A pitcher.  I hope everyone will forgive me ...
I don't think you meant ... "Probably too soon still".
I think you meant ... "WAAAYTOOO soon still"
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Curt from Canada