Jax

After speaking with Shane our understanding is no masks while seated dining. And during entertainment no masks if eating and drinking. I will report back on this once I have more intel. But no masks were worn throughout our lunch at Portside BBQ.

Yes I will report back!

It’s CRUISE DAY!!!

I just did my cruise check list too! I watched the safety video. No idea if I needed to. Happy boarding tomorrow.

Pre Cruise Checklist Bag tags attached, negative tests, proof of vax, health questionnaire completed, watched safety video. We plan to arrive at the terminal around 10:45am. For those following along, Lindsay still does not know about our star class upgrade. The cat will be out of the bag when we pull up to the purple banner. More on his reaction tomorrow.

Getting our Festivus Miracle shirts ready.

Intercontinental Miami We made it to Miami!! There were a few moments this week when I let doubts creep in but it feels so good to be back in Florida and to visit Miami for the first time. Our room type wasn’t available so they upgraded us to a 2 room suite. Sorry but we cluttered up the room again before I took pictures but you can’t beat this view. Club lounge seems nice. Tonight was very busy; with very little service so hard to judge. Will see what breakfast is like in the morning.

Although no email yet, I noticed the mask policy has been updated on app under health tab.

Received this reminder on the importance of adhering to your designated arrival times.

I hadn’t thought to check! Yup it looks like the mask policy has been updated.

We cruise tomorrow in star class and I have not received anything about these new protocols either via email or from anyone on-board.

Good morning from sunny (and humid lol) Disney along with a view from our balcony this morning. So beautiful. We ended up not missing the fireworks after all. After our long day yesterday I initially missed the welcome gift from the resort…so nice of Disney. We will enjoy the treats on our way to Miami. Check in with you later. Looking for a Target.

You know I do! Haha This made me laugh because I did the same thing yesterday. Front row Premium WestJet if anyone cares.

All checked in at the Disney’s Polynesian Resort. Because of the flight delay, we arrived just as the fireworks and water show were ending. This is the view from our balcony. No pictures of the newly renovated rooms because we cluttered it up but they are nice. Will check in tomorrow as we head to Miami.

Cruise cancellation PTSD is over!

Oh no! My solution to this new protocol will be to “actively eat and drink” at all venues. The star class food coma will be in full force this week. We are all going to have to pace ourselves. Lol

No!! I have not heard anything. And I was messaging Shane earlier today. Nothing in my emails about changes to protocols.

For some reason the pdf isn’t compatible so here are screenshots of the schedules.

Genie news Onboard entertainment schedule has been finalized. We are looking forward to quite a few of the performances. We are most excited about Aqua 80; does anyone know what Aqua Showtime Encore is all about? I know entertainment is subjective but I would love to hear any recommendations. Show at a glace Voyage 631.pdf

Cheers After a little more than a 2 hour delay we are up and on our way! WestJet Premium observations: Buy on board items that are complimentary for premium guests have been scaled back (Covid) to 3 items; Kit Kat, Pringle’s and Hummus & crackers. We had a choice of roast beef or orecchiette pasta. WestJet hospitality is still awesome. We have a great flight attendant taking care of us. Even with some of the scaled back services, we are feeling grateful to be back in the skies. Love seeing a packed plane full of excited Canadians heading to Florida, some of which are cruising.

Update on Tap Labs I don’t know how widespread TapLabs is throughout Canada but the process went so smooth. I received a pre authorization on my visa 2 days out, appointment reminder 1 day out, confirmation email this morning that technician was on route, a call from technician half hour out and a call from technician upon arrival at hotel. We completed the test in the lobby of the Marriott. From start to finish the process took 15 minutes for 3 of us. Results are sent via a text link to each of our phones. The technician strongly encouraged us to use the hotel business computer to print results as sometimes paper copies are requested. Oddly enough we were never asked for test results by security, Customs or WestJet. Maybe it’s random

Flight delay: 60 minute delay due to flight crew delay. This is why we decided to fly direct to MCO to avoid missing connections in Toronto.

It’s official .. 2nd negative Covid test!! OMG what a relief….we will see everyone onboard!! Yay!

29 degrees tomorrow in Orlando.

Marriott M Lounge YYC Airport Covid protocols have really scaled back the offerings. You now receive a $40 voucher to the restaurant for breakfast and very limited evening appetizers. Still a relaxing space though so we decided to order off the menu and enjoy the space. Currently -21 with a blowing snow advisory. 🌧🌬