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Did anyone see an updated capacity limit? Could use that to cover statistical uncertainty (slop) in the 95% guideline.

There were discussions to share those with Mexico.

Those instructions looked like they're adapted to the current conditions - not 100% good, quick turn on review of simulated voyages - good.

Coffee filters can be used as toilet paper.......... ............but it will change the taste of the coffee...?

Like chairs in the cabin that would not fit under the desk. Or the fabric wall coverings that inhibited using magnetic hooks/clips over the desk area. Seemed like the materials would not wear very well either.

Bookings just opened up.

There were some interesting public restroom faux pas in the Edge design. For example on aft pool deck there was a window on the restroom door which neutralized privacy to those using the area. Also as a matter of decor preference, the lavatory soap dispensers were tucked under the mirror making them hard to find. Needless to say most I observed in that area skipped the soap step as they couldn't find it... Having easy access to soap and sanitizer dispensers will be even more important in the next era of cruising.

Ideally we'd prefer to buy an all inclusive vacation. Very few venues offer that anymore except the high end cruise lines and resorts. Today - cruising it is what it is for the mass market ... (Besides its all on hold, so I'll wait until we start sailing again to get worked up about it. I don't want to use all my future complaints now.)

I'm looking to buy a new compass. Can anyone point me in the right direction?

If not offered in MDR, might be for Coastal Kitchen and/or Chef's table offerings? Back to looking for menus.

Sigh! Was booked on the Allure from Galveston in Mar '22 (then Galveston terminal was delayed, moved Allure to FLL). Then booked Allure from Galveston again for Mar '23 - now there's a story of that could indicate a do over ... Groundhog day again.

With the shutdown of the major theater districts across the country, licensing of Broadway productions might become more available/affordable for shipboard deployment. Some talent might even become available for that venue. There have been a lot of live entertainers unable to practice their art over the past year. Once cruising starts - so will on-board entertainment.

What did the ear of corn say to the cute puppy? Aww Shucks

Who is the leader of the corn army? The kernal.

My next booking isn't until Nov, but if that get's axed, I will start moving those deposits/credit to non-US embarkations and pay the extra airfare. It's ridiculous.

We're starting to see commodity spikes (raw materials, metals etc) that will really drive the cost of those new builds (not under contract yet). That could slow the ship building recovery. Wondering if the material costs of ships underway had material cost protection or they have to pay higher prices?

Didn't mean "juke" the numbers, was thinking along the line of better news that improved forecast.

I thought it curious it was delayed a week. Maybe waiting for better numbers.

We do know the lines are starting to sail from non-US embarkation ports in June. So 100% from non-US starting points. More lines will be starting operations, and existing operators will need to expand operations (overseas) if USG control continues. I'll guess a 50% probability of a US port restart based upon some unconfirmed observations of crews moving into in Florida hotels. Guessing 80% probability for Nov '21. If EU is truly opening to vaccinated US citizens, I would expect a surge in European starts if they're including cruising in offerings to vaccinated Americans. (Unsure if there will be more vaccinated Americans than EU general population as summer roles around.)

6 booked, but not booking anymore until after I see what happens Nov '21. If not improved, we'll refocus on non-US itineraries and bite the bullet on spending more on overseas air travel.

Not sure how they would get a vote. How does the CDC control what a US tourist could do while in the EU? Control US re-entry by adding onerous requirements? But they need to know you're cruising first.

I’ve been guessing a 90 day lead time required for crew assembly. Certainly this rumor would be in that window.

Unfortunate especially for those who made it to St. Maarten. Hope they at least have the opportunity for vaccination.

Whats sad now is Azamara and Celebrity had reciprocity to including point count.