KWofPerth
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RC “could be” banned from US waters through July
KWofPerth replied to tonyfsu21's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
I've never seen this channel, but it gives an excellent overview of the current situation. -
Here in Australia, thankfully all non-essential domestic travel via aeroplane is effectively banned, and no international visitors are allowed in. My state of Western Australia won't even allowing anyone in by car from interstate, without an appropriate exemption. These measures are strict, and they have been working. As for cruise ships, forget about it. There have been multiple instances now of Covid-19 spreading like wildfire on cruise ships. I can't contemplate why anyone would want to get on one right now. As much as we all love cruising, now is the time to exercise some patience, weather the storm, and look forward to a day when the Covid cloud is lifted, whenever that may be.
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Will the cruise lines survive? Interesting article
KWofPerth replied to Jill's topic in Royal Caribbean News and Rumors
Interesting times. I can't see cruises resuming before 2021, so that's gotta be a massive financial drain, with interest on debt compounding. Hmmmm -
I agree largely with F1guynz. It's hard to see cruising starting anytime in at least the next 12 months. Australia is essentially in lockdown and the public is being primed to expect this to remain for a good 6 months. After that, it will be a softly softly approach to re-opening society, with the possibility of retreating again if secondary outbreaks occur. I'm seeing a lot of posts on these boards about cruisers optimistic about their August cruise, or their September cruise, or whenever. I don't see that as realistic. Not even close. It makes me wonder if the messaging in North America from the authorities is not as urgent as down here?
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Celebrity Edge - a positive story!
KWofPerth replied to YOLO's topic in Royal Caribbean News and Rumors
I don't doubt it.- 5 replies
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- woman breaking barriers
- celebrity edge
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Celebrity Edge - a positive story!
KWofPerth replied to YOLO's topic in Royal Caribbean News and Rumors
Cruise ships don't have to parallel park, do they?? Jokes people, jokes! ?- 5 replies
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- woman breaking barriers
- celebrity edge
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With the cracking weather that you've enjoyed, you were due for a bad day ? Thanks for this thread. Loved it. Safe travels home.
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@twangsteryou have done exceptionally well with the weather at Milford Sound. It's usually overcast and drizzly which is quite dramatic in its own right, but to see it in full sunshine looks spectacular!
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Excellent news about Milford. The big daddy of the 3 !
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I believe that is the famous "Hole in the Rock" (not sure why they call it that ? ). I have sailed through it on a jetboat on a tour I did back in my misspent youth. I enjoy your blogs Twangster, but I am especially enjoying this one!
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Dropping Luggage at Cruise Terminal?
KWofPerth replied to Lovestotravel's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
Dropping your bags off will not be a problem. Check what time the all-aboard is for the ship. They are required to have the manifest prepared by a certain time. -
Factoid: There are some 3 million rivets used in the making of the Eiffel Tower, whereas there were 6 million rivets used to make Sydney Harbour Bridge. Ergo, SHB is twice as rivetting as the Eiffel Tower! Ba-dum, pisshhhh.
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Ovation of the Seas Balcony Room Fridge Size?
KWofPerth replied to Charles From Sydney's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
PS. You can request an ice bucket at one of the bars too. -
Ovation of the Seas Balcony Room Fridge Size?
KWofPerth replied to Charles From Sydney's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
There'll be mini fridges. Not sure if they'll hold a bottle standing up, but certainly on its side will be worst-case scenario. -
Pancakes on the Rocks is a Sydney institution. It's been the go-to venue when I have been in town for a cruise. Along with a stay at The Holiday Inn (now Rydges??). It's nice to follow a live blog with familiar landmarks. ("I've been there! I've done that!") Thanks Twangster!
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What a spectacular choice of time. You have done really well.
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I'm not a Diamond member so I can't speak to those concerns, but your other views on Quantum struck a chord with me. I found it a bit soulless too, although the Solarium was gorgeous. A floating shopping mall is spot on. The Windjammer was without fail mega-crowded, port days and sea days alike. And bars were always empty. However, a cruise is a cruise and we still had a lovely time. I loved the indoor pool, and 270* was a beautiful space. There is always somewhere you can find that you enjoy. All those other concerns are just minor irritants.
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I'm not a fan of this change in policy. There are huge differences - physically and mentally - between a 6yo and a 12yo. I suspect the primary reason for the change is because it makes it easier/cheaper for Royal somehow.
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Quantum Class Solarium access - Asian rules
KWofPerth replied to KWofPerth's topic in Royal Caribbean Discussion
The bulk of passengers on my recent Quantum cruise were Westerners. However, it was not described as a "culturally immersive" cruise, so maybe yours will be different. I don't know why some cruises out of Singapore are designated as such, maybe it's just that they expect more Chinese clients to book on certain dates?? Regardless, I don't think you need to stress about offending anyone. It's a cruise, everyone is having a good time. You'll be fine ? -
" It is Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. policy that any Guest who will have entered her 24th week of pregnancy or greater, at any time during the cruise, will be prohibited from sailing. " We reached the 24th week during our very first sailing. We even emailed a doctor's letter giving the dates (and stating my wife was a low-risk pregnancy). I was worried we would be turned away at check-in, but nothing.