timbo Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 I would like to request help from anyone departing any rcc cruises in the Caribbean in the next 3 weeks to report back to this site and inform others how it went and if you had any issues of passenger illnesses and if any port of calls refused ship passenger disembarkation. This would be so helpful to myself and many others. Thank you in advance. I have a cruise coming up in April, and I intend on doing this for others. Thank you. Allen2, Dan Curtis and Neesa 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise Queen 44 * Diamond Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 Great idea! I have been monitoring this website so I can figure out whether I should go on our April 5th cruise out of Miami. Neesa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanette Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 I am leaving on Monday out of Miami and don’t know what to do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaydav19 Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 12 minutes ago, timbo said: I would like to request help from anyone departing any rcc cruises in the Caribbean in the next 3 weeks to report back to this site and inform others how it went and if you had any issues of passenger illnesses and if any port of calls refused ship passenger disembarkation. This would be so helpful to myself and many others. Thank you in advance. I have a cruise coming up in April, and I intend on doing this for others. Thank you. Anthem of the Seas 03/15/2020 Will do! Cruise Queen 44 * Diamond 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaydav19 Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 2 minutes ago, Nanette said: I am leaving on Monday out of Miami and don’t know what to do What are your concerns? I am on Anthem out of New Jersey on Sunday, 03/15/2020, my mom had to cancel due to her health status, but other than that we are good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGSLC5 Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 I am on Symphony March 21. Happy to report back. Cruise Queen 44 * Diamond 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbo Posted March 10, 2020 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 Thank you all. Hey, Cruise Queen 44, I will be on the Oasis, on the 5th of April. Is this cruise the one you are on.. I personally think everything will be ok especially with so many people cancelling, we will much more room, less wait times and probably deals on drinks packages, and massages maybe. 1 hour ago, Cruise Queen 44 * Diamond said: Great idea! I have been monitoring this website so I can figure out whether I should go on our April 5th cruise out of Miami. Hi Cruise queen ,, i will be on that cruise (if you are on the Oasis) with you outside anything getting worse,,, I dont think it is as bad as the media reports. I deal with tons of Doctors and nurses and they agree. Many people who die from any virus are mainly elderly or health compromised people. In addition to this I personally think with so many people cancelling there will be so many fewer people on board which will equate to easier maneuverability and waits in lines, and maybe even deals on drink packages , massages and such. We shall see Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TLowder Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 I will be on Navigator of the Seas, April 13 out of Miami. We are still planning on going.....Spring Break! I would still love to hear what others are experiencing as they return and thinking as they get closer to sail date. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise Queen 44 * Diamond Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 1 minute ago, timbo said: Thank you all. Hey, Cruise Queen 44, I will be on the Oasis, on the 5th of April. Is this cruise the one you are on.. I personally think everything will be ok especially with so many people cancelling, we will much more room, less wait times and probably deals on drinks packkages, and massages maybe. Hi Cruise queen ,, i will be on that cruise with you outside anything getting worse,,, I dont think it is as bad as the media reports. I deal with tons of Doctors and nurses and they agree. Many people who die from any virus are mainly elderly or health compromised people. In addition to this I personally think with so many people cancelling there will be so many fewer people on board which will equate to easier maneuverability and waits in lines, and maybe even deals on drink packages , massages and such. We shall see Are you on the Oasis? We are booked in a CL Suite and last week there were absolutely no suites to be had. Last night I checked again and there are now 3 CL suites available. Looks like some people canceled and I got concerned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbo Posted March 10, 2020 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 Are you on the Oasis of the seas or another ship. I will be on the Oasis Cruise Queen 44 * Diamond 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveinSC Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 Apr. 04 on Rhapsody out of Tamp - assuming they dont cancel on us, and assuming I am of right mind and ability, I will when I can! Cruise Queen 44 * Diamond 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise Queen 44 * Diamond Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 Just now, timbo said: Are you on the Oasis of the seas or another ship I am booked on the Oasis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbo Posted March 10, 2020 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 Yeh. Maybe I'll run into you hope you have a great trip Cruise Queen 44 * Diamond 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christine 67 Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 Just now, SteveinSC said: Apr. 04 on Rhapsody out of Tamp - assuming they dont cancel on us, and assuming I am of right mind and ability, I will when I can! We are going on Brilliance out of Tampa on the 4th. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveinSC Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 Just now, Christine 67 said: We are going on Brilliance out of Tampa on the 4th. Take one of those water balloon sling shots and air mail me a corona, would ya? Cruise Queen 44 * Diamond 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise Queen 44 * Diamond Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 28 minutes ago, timbo said: Are you on the Oasis of the seas or another ship. I will be on the Oasis Cool! Maybe we will see you on board! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amyrferg75 Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 heading on the Mariner this Friday! I'm not canceling...and just hoping for the best! ~Amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rene Desmarais Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 I hope to be on Oasis for May 3rd sailing.. Canadian advisory Avoid all cruise ship travel The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is recommending that Canadians avoid all cruise ship travel due to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. Cruise passengers include travellers from around the world who may be arriving from areas with known or unknown spread of COVID-19. The virus can spread quickly on board cruises due to the close contact between passengers. Older people and people with a weakened immune system or underlying medical condition are at a higher risk of developing severe disease. Recent cruise ship outbreaks of COVID-19 indicate that a large number of individuals onboard can become infected. While the majority of affected passengers may experience mild symptoms, there have been a significant number of cases requiring hospitalization and critical care, and some deaths have been reported. As the situation evolves, many countries are implementing policies and restrictions in order to contain the outbreak. These restrictions may impact a cruise traveller's: itinerary ability to disembark access to health care If an outbreak of COVID-19 occurs on your cruise ship: you could be subject to quarantine procedures, on-board ship or in a foreign country the range of consular services available to those on cruise ships, in particular in situations of quarantine, may be significantly restricted by local authorities upon return to Canada, you will be required to remain in mandatory isolation for 14 days at a location determined by the Chief Public Health Officer as per the terms of any applicable emergency orders The decision on Minimizing the Risk of Exposure to COVID-19 Coronavirus Disease in Canada Order (Persons Not on Government Flight) is effective from February 19 to April 30, 2020. Canadians who choose to voyage on a cruise ship should also be aware that they may not be offered the opportunity to return to Canada on a government-organized repatriation flight, or could be responsible for the costs of repatriation travel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christine 67 Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 2 hours ago, SteveinSC said: Take one of those water balloon sling shots and air mail me a corona, would ya? For sure! Stephanie at mei just got us upgraded to a grand suite! So excited! WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveinSC Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 14 minutes ago, Christine 67 said: For sure! Stephanie at mei just got us upgraded to a grand suite! So excited! Wow....the suite life! Congrats....now, about that Corona.... Christine 67 and RWDW1204 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ogilthorpe Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 We are currently on the Oasis, and it business as usual. A few more hand sanitizer stations, with more people being mindful to use them. We did swap jamaica for Costa Maya, but that could have been weather. Overall, an excellent cruise experience as anticipated. SteveinSC, WAAAYTOOO, Robert B1 and 1 other 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrznTxn Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 Will be on Liberty on March 22. Will let you know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zig Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 Leaving from San Juan on Vision on Saturday WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowBrickRoad Posted March 10, 2020 Report Share Posted March 10, 2020 Will be on Anthem March 15th. Upgraded to JS! Yay!! Have friends on same sailing right now that left on 8th. They are having a blast and the ship is taking extra precautions to keep everything clean. They sent me pictures and all seems well for them. WAAAYTOOO, Ogilthorpe and smap 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smap Posted March 11, 2020 Report Share Posted March 11, 2020 Currently on Anthem and have had no issues whatsoever (fingers crossed). They did mandatory temp screening upon initial checkin, but that was very quick and also pretty comforting to know that anyone with a fever would be taken for more screening. Definitely an increased awareness for washing and sanitizing. All passengers I’ve seen have been very compliant and are washing before Windjammer, etc. Really have not noticed any sick folks on the ship! Just seems pretty normal. Stopped in Port Canaveral yesterday and no issue. Today Nassau. Tomorrow CoCo Cay. It’s been a great relaxing trip so far and prayers it continues this way! Happy, healthy and cruising! KenCP, Christine 67, Ogilthorpe and 1 other 2 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert B1 Posted March 11, 2020 Report Share Posted March 11, 2020 We are leaving Saturday the 14th on Adventurer of the sea. My wife and I are both 63 and not afraid of this corona virus. I've been monitoring RCC and their sites to see whats going on. I see they added hand sanitizer stations all over the ship, their going to clean staterooms 2 times a day and clean high traffic common areas every 30 minutes, (that to me sounds like continuous cleaning) of the casino, the shops, the bars, the restaurants, the activity decks, pool etc. I have our own Cold-Eeze, hand sanitizers and other meds. Cold-Eeze lozenges to coat the back of the throat, (thought to be where the Corona virus enters the body) and we intend to sanitize our hands after the playing at the casino, the bars, the bathrooms, the shows etc. Ill have dried up hands but so what - Ill stay well. I hope someone else leaving this Saturday replies to this but either way, Ill report back after, (and during) the cruise Happy Sailing! SteveinSC and whitsmom 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeK Posted March 11, 2020 Report Share Posted March 11, 2020 Leaving tomorrow out of Tampa. WAAAYTOOO and SteveinSC 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose City Cruiser Posted March 11, 2020 Report Share Posted March 11, 2020 Question about the buffet. Are staff putting the food onto your plate (cafeteria style) or is it still self-serve? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseWeaver Posted March 11, 2020 Report Share Posted March 11, 2020 22 hours ago, amyrferg75 said: heading on the Mariner this Friday! I'm not canceling...and just hoping for the best! ~Amy We are also on the Mariner in the 13th. My wife wants to cancel, but me and the kids want to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted March 11, 2020 Report Share Posted March 11, 2020 Mommy is a no-show, Mommy is a no-show... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zig Posted March 11, 2020 Report Share Posted March 11, 2020 Update re: Vision cruise starting San Juan on 14th March. Now not going to Tortola (BVI) Ogilthorpe and WAAAYTOOO 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amyrferg75 Posted March 11, 2020 Report Share Posted March 11, 2020 56 minutes ago, CruiseWeaver said: We are also on the Mariner in the 13th. My wife wants to cancel, but me and the kids want to go. Come on wife!!!! :) If you see 3 ladies with 2 crazy teenage girls, its probably my group. I hope you do get to go and i hope the cruise stays safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeK Posted March 16, 2020 Report Share Posted March 16, 2020 Just got back from 4 day cruise to Mexico and back on the Brilliance of the Seas. Not sure anyone will care to hear how it went since no one will be RC cruising for at least the next 30 days. Didn't seem like anyone was sick on the cruise. Washed my hands about 49,000 times, give or take a few. Ogilthorpe, KristiZ and WAAAYTOOO 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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