Mrs. Thomas 246 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 After reading the new post, I was wondering how many people will actually have a problem with social distancing on a cruise. I know many people have a problem with masks (PLEASE LETS AVOID ANY CONVO ABOUT THIS), but as I have found in my area, social distancing is an ok if not welcomed idea. I am a pretty social person, but I actually don't mind the idea of having to social distance. I know this will mean less people in the theater to watch the shows and dining may be more of a hassle. I'm not sure how this will work in the pool area though. Let's face it, pools aren't the best places for social distancing and kids (especially my youngest) aren't very good at it. I wonder what will happen with Adventure Ocean as well. I hope they keep it open because many parents use it to have an hour or two to themselves. So is social distancing a "no go" for anyone or is it a "no problem"? WAAAYTOOO, SteveinSC, Neesa and 5 others 8 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TheJones 66 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 I don't think that will be an issue for us. Mrs. Thomas and YOLO 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CruisinForABruisin 341 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 I'm all for it, and anyone who gets caught ignoring new health standards should get a warning, and then if there is another violation should be confined to their room or dropped off at the next port. ted52, VanessaSchleicher, YOLO and 5 others 4 3 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JohnK6404 1,166 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 Social distancing would not be an issue for us if that's what it takes. YOLO, Mrs. Thomas and Bean79 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Justwanttocruise 2 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 (edited) So no one has mentioned the elephant in the room, these ships are booking to 100% occupancy right now, who get to decide on what percent of us are not going? Edited July 7, 2020 by Justwanttocruise wrong wording Bean79 and ellcee 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mrs. Thomas 246 Posted July 7, 2020 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 21 minutes ago, CruisinForABruisin said: I'm all for it, and anyone who gets caught ignoring new health standards should get a warning, and then if there is another violation should be confined to their room or dropped off at the next port. Legally I don't think they can drop someone off at a port with no way home. That seems a bit intense too. However, people are "quarantined" to their rooms for sickness as a basic policy. I hope that fellow cruisers remember to continue to be kind through all of this. It will take some extra effort for some and as I said in my OP, kids don't always understand due to age or mental/behavioral conditions. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mike.s 125 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 32 minutes ago, CruisinForABruisin said: I'm all for it, and anyone who gets caught ignoring new health standards should get a warning, and then if there is another violation should be confined to their room or dropped off at the next port. Totally agree, too many people in the UK seem to ignore social distancing on land, I would worry that some would also on a ship, it's hard enough to get them to sanitise their hands before entering the buffet!! Mrs. Thomas 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ogilthorpe 943 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 In many ways, I would welcome "Social Distancing" (Odd term, should be considered an oxymoron ... but I digress ....) in some venues that are currently a bit crowded. Others are already set up that way, or mostly set up that way. Coastal kitchen on Oasis class, 270 tables on Quantum class, Specialty restaurants all are close to having 6 ft separation already. In the MDR, it would be a welcome change on those that are packed a bit too tight currently. Theatre seating could be a challenge, but it would be nice to have some elbow room! ellcee, Mrs. Thomas, Neesa and 1 other 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CruisinForABruisin 341 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 22 minutes ago, Mrs. Thomas said: Legally I don't think they can drop someone off at a port with no way home. That seems a bit intense too. However, people are "quarantined" to their rooms for sickness as a basic policy. I hope that fellow cruisers remember to continue to be kind through all of this. It will take some extra effort for some and as I said in my OP, kids don't always understand due to age or mental/behavioral conditions. They can remove passengers from ships for a variety of reasons. If an ignorant passenger puts literal thousands of peoples safety at risk, they are well within their rights to boot said passenger . If parents can't get their kids to follow protocol due to behavioral problems or mental diffencies, maybe this isn't the right time for them to travel. USFFrank 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
timm804 6 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 I would question the willingness of the lines to enforce any "requirements" as well as the lack of respect they will command. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CruisinForABruisin 341 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 2 minutes ago, timm804 said: I would question the willingness of the lines to enforce any "requirements" as well as the lack of respect they will command. I actually think they will enforce it. They have far too much to lose, and their lack of enforcement would likely negate any sort of health waiver signed by passengers. ellcee and Okgladgal 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marlena 165 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 I would definitely be ok with it. Hate big crowds to begin with so if it stops that I'm good! ellcee, USFFrank, sryan and 2 others 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Snotarni 142 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 I'd be okay with it; no worries here. Ogilthorpe and Mrs. Thomas 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jolly Ogre 510 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 Who is going to enforce this as they dont even enforce the time or capacity limits on the hot tubs now? Ogilthorpe, Morganno, JimnKathy and 1 other 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JimnKathy 202 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 Social distancing combined with frequent hand washing should be a no-brainer for everyone considering they'll run with reduced passenger counts on the big boats while still earning a profit. I'm all in if it means I can cruise again. USFFrank, Neesa, Mrs. Thomas and 1 other 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JimnKathy 202 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 Wouldn't surprise me at all if they close those small hot tubs. 2 minutes ago, Jolly Ogre said: Who is going to enforce this as they dont even enforce the time or capacity limits on the hot tubs now? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CruisinForABruisin 341 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 Just now, JimnKathy said: Wouldn't surprise me at all if they close those small hot tubs. But where will I get my fix of dirty people soup?! Ogilthorpe, JLMoran, ellcee and 2 others 4 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jolly Ogre 510 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 34 minutes ago, JimnKathy said: Wouldn't surprise me at all if they close those small hot tubs. Even in the large ones there are always 4-5 more than should be in there and crew just keep bringing them drinks and never say a word. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bhageerah 573 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 All I am going to say is that I am so ready for a cruise that I do not care what the requirements are as long as they are within reason. I would be perfectly happy spending time on the balcony watching the waves roll by, spending time with the wife, going to the gym, and just spending the time relaxing. Meeting others would be nice but it is not a deal breaker for me, just being able to get away from home and go on a much deserved vacation is what I desire the most! Neesa, Ogilthorpe, ellcee and 3 others 4 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mrs. Thomas 246 Posted July 7, 2020 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 6 minutes ago, bhageerah said: All I am going to say is that I am so ready for a cruise that I do not care what the requirements are as long as they are within reason. I would be perfectly happy spending time on the balcony watching the waves roll by, spending time with the wife, going to the gym, and just spending the time relaxing. Meeting others would be nice but it is not a deal breaker for me, just being able to get away from home and go on a much deserved vacation is what I desire the most! I agree. I dare say that most people need some time to relax. A "staycation" at home doesn't work for Moms, just saying. I need SOMEONE ELSE doing the cooking and dishes. I will gladly have a shirt made that says to keep your distance or wear a flipping pool noodle on my head showing the proper distance to stay back if it will mean that we can all get back to enjoying the open ocean. @Cruisin4ABruisin I don't know if you have children, but it's not easy to even keep "normal" children "under control" all the time. All I'm saying is that people need to be forgiving and understanding that kids are kids. I can only beat mine so much before people call the cops. MaryS, PurdueFlyer, Ogilthorpe and 6 others 3 4 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ampurp85 1,189 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 @Justwanttocruise I don't know where you are getting your info, but no ship is booked to 100% capacity....if they were they wouldn't be listed. But anyway I am 100% all about social distancing. My pet peeve is when people crowd on me, so this will be welcomed. I actually don't know why this would be an issue in the first place. No more sitting at dinner tables with that one weird couple or person who volunteers creepy or TMI stories. No more sitting in the theater or lounge next to that person who ate raw onions and is drinking an alcoholic beverage that makes everything worse...but they also want to talk about the weather or hometowns. I know it won't last but but it will be a welcome respite. I think with reduce capacity, it will be a little bit easier to enforce. Violators should get a warning, then be forced to lose their beverage or dining package. That will teach them to burst my tomato! Ogilthorpe, Mrs. Thomas, ellcee and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SPS 466 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 To answer the subject line question.... JLMoran, Ogilthorpe and Mrs. Thomas 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CruisinForABruisin 341 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 3 minutes ago, Mrs. Thomas said: I agree. I dare say that most people need some time to relax. A "staycation" at home doesn't work for Moms, just saying. I need SOMEONE ELSE doing the cooking and dishes. I will gladly have a shirt made that says to keep your distance or wear a flipping pool noodle on my head showing the proper distance to stay back if it will mean that we can all get back to enjoying the open ocean. @Cruisin4ABruisin I don't know if you have children, but it's not easy to even keep "normal" children "under control" all the time. All I'm saying is that people need to be forgiving and understanding that kids are kids. I can only beat mine so much before people call the cops. I think forgiving is normal under regular circumstances like at the grocery store, but during a pandemic, "kids will be kids" doesn’t really fly when health is at risk. At the end of the day, nobody on board asked that person to have children, and bringing them was a choice. YOLO and USFFrank 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bean79 152 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 Sign me up I hate crowds anyway. I wouldn't mind wearing a mask while I wait to pick up my margaritas from my favorite Sky Lounge/Pool Bar bartender!! ChessE4, USFFrank, Mrs. Thomas and 1 other 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
joshgates 106 Posted July 7, 2020 Report Share Posted July 7, 2020 I'd be perfectly fine with and possibly even prefer a social distancing enforced cruise. I cruise solo for the most part and it's the atmosphere of fun, cheer, and lack of responsibility that keeps me coming back, the people I meet and the activities are just a happy bonus. A good portion of my days are spent sitting in a quieter area either reading, working planning for an idea (or brainstorming a new one), or working so I can afford to keep cruising. Long as I can continue to spend my evenings enjoying a beverage with some decent conversation and the occasional antics, I'm pretty good. To be honest the next cruise I have booked that's still going is in December, I'm more concerned with my flights to/from Orlando than I am of the actual cruises themselves. Depending on if it's canceled or not and the state of things I may cancel it myself for that reason. There's a good chance that for the foreseeable future I'll be booking only ones leaving from the northeast that I can drive to. MaryS, Mrs. Thomas, Ampurp85 and 4 others 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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