Diamondntherough

Ray, How do you propose the testing being done correctly? Who will pay for said testing? If the cost are placed back on the traveler what do you feel is a pair price for said testing? I can assume that a family of 4 would be very costly for a 7 day cruise. Three or four ports a test at every stop. Let's say it cost $50 per person =$200 boarding test then $50 at every port for every family member. And if one test positive, does the entire family stay in the Bahamas or wherever the ship has ported? And the travel insurance doesn't cover that part. This is something we all have to think about. I love cruising but at what cost my friend. Not to mention how do you social distance at coco cay.

You can't account for the time. And I would still be concerned about a cruise to no where. Lets say for the sake of a fair argument, that a test was given and all came back negative. And then when it's time to debark and one of those asymptomatic cruisers test positive. Now that 3-4 day turns into a month's stay. Then what?

What does antibody test have to do with testing each traveler before they board a cruise? Nothing! We are here discussing what safety measure will take place when the industry starts to sail. How are we going to be protected. It's no safe and effective way to protect each and everyone of us, on a ship that holds up to 6600 thousand travelers with 2200 staff members. It only takes one person to slip through the cracks and all heck breaks loose. So I can appreciate your sister checking up on the antibody test. But that's not going to solve the burning question.

My Husband and I are scheduled to cruise in June. However I'm still concerned about being in an environment, where large crowds and the thought of someone sneezes or cough. OMG! are they sick have they been sick? And we are stuck on this ship for seven days. Only to find out that someone boarded with this virus. So my question to everyone that is schedule to cruise, in the next few months. Would you feel better if Royal had a way to rapid test ever person before they checked in? Im not talking about asking the questions if you are anyone been sick or taking a temp. Swab your nose and throat.

Good Evening All, First things first. Praying all is well that are in the path of the storm. And you have been able to make it to a safe place. Traveling Mercy to everyone. Port Canaveral is open. I received an e-mail from our hotel stating that the establishment will be oped for our reservation on sat the 7th. We are staying less than 2 miles from the actual port. Once again, safe travel too all that are coming in on the 7th & 8th .

ChessE4, hello neighbor. We are leaving out of Gwinnett Ga. We are driving down the day before as usual. Safe travels to you and your family as well. See you on board : )

Thank you for the well wishes. Last sept we were in the storms path on carnival. It is our first Royal Cruise so we are looking forward to this new experience.

Thanks to all that gave a response. I pray that all goes according to plan, however Woody Allen said it best. — 'If you want to make God laugh, tell him about your plans.' @ ScottL: We are booked on the harmony of the seas. Should not have an issue getting to the port, fingers crossed. @ Benny: The last report for the bridge was last friday. BREVARD COUNTY • PORT CANAVERAL, FLORIDA – Port Canaveral announced on Friday that the State Road 401 bridge at the Port will only open on the hour until 5 p.m. today (Friday), due to Hurricane Dorian. After 5 p.m., the bridge will be open on demand for transit. @FManke: We are sailing to coco cay the first day. but last update was it had been closed due to the approaching storm. And the itinerary had beed changed for those who sailed last weekend up until this weekend.

Bakerette, I think you misunderstood my question. Let me say it this way. My family is scheduled to sail on the 8th. Will the cruise date be pushed back to monday or tuesday? And shortened like the sailings before the 8th. I'm just trying to get a heads up so we can govern ourselves accordingly.

Hello all, Just checking in to see if anyone here is schedule to cruise on sept,8th. I'm reading a lot of info on the shorter cruise dates but nothing for the upcoming 7 day or longer, leaving out of port canaveral. Praying that the hurricane passes and all is well in its path.

Thanks for sharing. Are you using a Go Pro to capture these amazing shots?

Well that's a bit of sunshine. I have a Samsung device so fingers crossed I can mirror.

@twangster I'm going to make you my Royal Caribbean go to ambassador? I really appreciate you taking the time to school me on how royal operates. I'v been a loyal Carnival cruiser for over 20yrs and look to make a change. I'm very OCD about the flow of things, and I love order. Carnival has lost a lot of points with me over the last few sailings. So making the decision have a cruise love affair (if you will) with another line with out the added protection (pun intended ). Anyway I digress. So Voom surf & stream for 2 is the better option for me and the hubby I will pack the tablet just in case I can't use the fire stick. And expect some buffering or freezing . We are sailing on Harmony of the seas 9/8/19

The different internet packages. Which one is the best value? And it states that you can surf and stream your favorite movies. I have several questions... 1: Am I able to stream my movies to the television in the state room or is movies available via the television? 2: Can I bring my fire stick to watch on the television? 3: Is the speed as fast as they state or a lot of buffering? 4: Will I still be using my cellular plan or its all wifi inclusive? Thanks in advance for all of your feed back....