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I didn't see nationality highlighted in the updated order that pertained to sailing. But if there is a mutual restriction on border crossing for leisure travel that would impede things. (I had not been closely following details of that restriction)

How much does it cost for a pirate to pierce his ears? A Buccaneer! ?

I'm more inclined to be excited about the new itineraries based upon the expiration (although still highly controlled) lifting of the no-sail order. I really want to see how the early ones go (even the "simulated" cruises) before starting to fill that '22 dance card.

Maybe soon we'll have fond memories of facial sunburn around our masks...?

Does the "simulated cruise" mean crew only sailings or land based mock-up sailing (computer simulation) of going through procedures? I'm guessing it means crew only sailing to practice procedures based upon comments Mr. Fain made yesterday.

I was reading Mr. Fain's comments regarding the very controlled restart in early '21 which I interpret that if given the CDC green light, we'll see mainly "shorty" and limited excursion cruises for about a quarter. He's messaging what what's necessary, but if we're still in a "test and see" mode for an entire 1st quarter, I'm wondering how industry enthusiasm will be sustained for continued financial viability. More contraction on the way?

Here's a link describing the legacy US legislation guiding or limiting cruise operations. Interesting commentary. https://cruiseradio.net/the-jones-act-passsenger-vessel-services-act-1886-maritime-law/

If 2021 is a bust - maybe no cruising until 3rd or 4th quarter of '21, the 2x points really isn't going to be realized by many people. I get that sinking feeling just another promotion to keep those deposits coming in.

I certainly have seen the "your booking might be locked" note. Probably under maintenance.

It's a bummer when we're all forced to be re-live old memories instead of being able to make new ones. You have an adventure to share that shows some level normalcy still exists.

I stole this from a social media site. But its a goodie.

Why didn’t the sailors play cards? Because the captain was standing on the deck

No more "L 'Occitane" products, or am I dated?

Good point - "??" - I should say "When"

What do fish ? take to stay healthy ? Vitamin Sea.

Very cool - mark it up as a net positive.

It's a long slog to that level - if only we hadn't lost 2020, you'd probably be there already and enjoying the perks in '21

Why did the ghost go into the bar? For the Boos.

Maybe if there's continued gov't forced delays that will be moved out a bit.

Its the thought that counts.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/article-2626223/Dinner-Sky-The-164ft-high-dining-table-suspended-worlds-sights.html This is a dinner table suspended by a crane. But the balloon is cooler.

Who cleans the sea? A mer-maid

Pretty cool. Thought it was unique to CocoCay. The donut gondola is true to the company's French heritage.

Great news! Progress at least on that side of the world.