Kathyj0

there are a lot of factors that determine whether you need one or not, including the type of passport that you carry.   Try starting here:
https://visacentral.com/
 

That's correct.   April 1 was cancelled today
 

The April 1 sailing has been cancelled - with just 17 days notice
 

Like @AshleyDillo stated before we are a fan site but I promise we are not Royal apologists. When they get it wrong we do opine here. I read your complaint a few times and what keeps jumping out at me and it was your very first statement, your friend of 20+ years & yourself participated in a heated exchange at check in. Honestly I am surprised Royal allowed you to board.
When we are angry we have much difficulty controlling our emotions which as an outsider (Royal representatives in this case) may be ill prepared to deal with/mediate. Royal is a company providing a vacation experience, they are not crisis counselors. I am sad that your sailing was not what you had imagined, but the company can only do so much. I'm sure as much as you articulated the problems so did your cabin mate ex-friend. Royal reps/security really has no idea who to believe, they ultimately just wish peace and no escalation.
Yes, the cabins may have been unoccupied but they leave some cabins empty for deep cleaning and such during some sailings, at least one became available eventually for you. I had to deal with Royal security once when my 16 year old didn't show up at the cabin at the pre scheduled time and after an exhaustive search and not hearing from her (we always text) we did ask for security to help, they were amazing. Could not have been more compassionate. She heard the announcements of her name and came bouncing up to the guest services desk like what did you do mom, I'm so embarrassed. She did text, we did text but the internet was down, no one realized this so no texts were going through; she did everything right explaining where and what time should would return, she was in the teen club via the text.  They cared, they were compassionate, I also maintained my composure while articulating my issue and that was hard. I promise you that was HARD.
It breaks my heart that you and someone you hold so dear have gone your separate ways, I am so sorry for that. Honestly though, I don't know what else you would want from Royal they are not arbitrators in disputes, they provide a sailing for the monies. If you choose to not take advantage of all of the offerings and have a bad experience due to things beyond their control I think they have abided by the terms of the agreement. 
Do you want your money back because the fight made you not enjoy your sailing? That is not really a resolution that would be available or entertained. I whole heartedly wish you peace and joy, I wish for you to heal from your hurting as well. It seems a piece of you is lost when the friendship ended, looking to Royal for some healing is looking in the wrong place. Please book another cruise, just you! I bet this experience can be turned around, prayers up Maria 💙

Next?  275,000 GT Beluga class.  >10k guest.  Fuel source: hot air amd rumors.  

Solstice in December 2022 (hopefully) and Summit in January 2023.    I've sallied Edge, Equinox and Millennium previously.

Solstice in December 2022 (hopefully) and Summit in January 2023.    I've sallied Edge, Equinox and Millennium previously.

I did this a few weeks ago from Independence.  Oasis was also docked so the island was very busy.  I decided to walk around and return to the ship - food options and bars were very limited until later in the afternoon.  But it was relatively quiet onboard.

I've sailed in September, and last year as late as October 16.  Weather was starting to turn to winter, and in fact it snowed while we were in Glacier Bay (surreal amazing experience) but layers are your friend.  I didn't take anything more than my regular 'around town' winter boots and a few warm layers.

Hi everyone, I know we get heated debating which dessert is the best one to order, or if a balcony room is worth it, but let's keep these basic rules in mind when chatting here.
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Well stated. And the changing goalposts that a few have mentioned. I refrain from politics here, but the fact remains that much of this cruise shutdown and pandemic in general, has become more politicized than a health related situation should be. I have seen many organizations, governmental or otherwise, use this as an opportunity to gain more power, and I'm afraid the CDC is one of the organizations that sees the pandemic as allowing them to have broader powers than they had before 2020.