Flopper Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 Just being curious, if and when the no sail order is lifted, how would a vaccine and a mask mandate onboard affect your decision to cruise again? I'm very interested in seeing how things play out in Israel, I think their protocols will almost mirror the protocols for the U.S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teddy Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 I plan on getting the vaccine as soon as it's available for me to get......and I've been masking it up at work for a long time now....so if they are required it won't bother me in the least. I work in a supermarket and have for over 30 years.....I have never experienced a year like the one we just had....I am soooooo ready to go on a cruise again!! USCG Teacher, sammy79, Sharla and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kayleigh Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 My husband and I have talked about this A LOT lately. We (fingers crossed) have a cruise planned for November. We are already planning on getting the vaccine and have been really good about wearing masks in public (we had COVID this past November-he worse than me). If RC were to require masks, we would still go! I understand wearing a mask when you're inside (ie elevators, walking to your table at the MDR, etc).But, if you're outside and RC is only operating at 50% capacity, I don't think you should wear a mask IMO. I am in no way an anti-masker, but if you're outside and able to social distance, I think they shouldn't require a mask. Here in the states, we are lucky with the vaccine roll-out so far (please do not come at me for this with political BS). We live in NY and we may be the last group to get vaccinated, but we are hopeful that if people keep getting vaccinated, we should all be good to go! Again, just my two cents! KristiZ, sammy79, MelKaps and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reigert2008 Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 I have been lucky enough to get both my vaccine doses and i just assume that masks will be a requirement until at least 2022. I would get on a ship tomorrow if I could. i know how we cruise and i believe that we could do it safely without much modification to our normal activities. Stay Safe KristiZ and loki007 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momof4crazytocruise Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 If either means we can finally get going again, I would do either. I do question the need to wear one outdoors or on the pool deck - but we went to Disney World with the masks being required unless actively eating or drinking, and it was annoying, but doable. I won't be thrilled with wearing one on the pool deck, but I will remedy that by ensuring I always have a drink in my hand. I am more worried about what the requirements for excursions will be. I don't want to have to be on a RC excursion to leave the ship. If that is a condition to sail again, they better start contracting with my favorite beach clubs and restaurants. ellcee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedNoodles Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 I'm in. SandyW, teddy, ellcee and 2 others 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DublinFC Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 17 minutes ago, Kayleigh said: My husband and I have talked about this A LOT lately. We (fingers crossed) have a cruise planned for November. We are already planning on getting the vaccine and have been really good about wearing masks in public (we had COVID this past November-he worse than me). If RC were to require masks, we would still go! I understand wearing a mask when you're inside (ie elevators, walking to your table at the MDR, etc).But, if you're outside and RC is only operating at 50% capacity, I don't think you should wear a mask IMO. I am in no way an anti-masker, but if you're outside and able to social distance, I think they shouldn't require a mask. Here in the states, we are lucky with the vaccine roll-out so far (please do not come at me for this with political BS). We live in NY and we may be the last group to get vaccinated, but we are hopeful that if people keep getting vaccinated, we should all be good to go! Again, just my two cents! I was just talking with my wife about our Dec cruise. We are of the same mind. Masking for ages now, I had covid in Dec thankfully she and our daughter didn't. The vaccine seems to be helping with keeping numbers down. I am hoping by Dec the mask requirements will be loosened, but I am not holding my breath on it. I really hope the pool deck is a mask free zone when you are stationary in your deck chair or at a table. The pictures of the Singapore cruises with masks on while lounging at the pool does not look like a good time. I am also not counting on the cruise to sail. Until the testing phase has passed and cruise vacations start officially sailing again I am not going to get too excited for what ifs. DD474 and Kayleigh 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b0o5h Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 I plan on being vaccinated by the time our cruise comes around, I would just hope we wouldn't have to wear a mask the whole time which would not be ideal being outside in warm weather sweating under that thing. We will still be going either way, only time will tell! Kayleigh 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steverk Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 I plan on getting the vaccine and would prefer that everyone on the ship has one as well, so that's no problem for me. Masking depends on how far out we are talking about. Sailing in 2Q21, I'd expect it and accept it. 2H21 & 1H22, I'd do it, but feel it was senseless. After July 2022 I'd start thinking that this was a senseless exercise that would never end. At that point it might affect my enjoyment and decision to cruise going forward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kayleigh Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 @DublinFCWe aren't getting out hopes up either, but it would be nice @Momof4crazytocruiseif they require masks on the pool deck, I'm right there with you, I'll make sure I always have a drink in my hand DublinFC and Momof4crazytocruise 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 I'm in! Can't wait. SpeedNoodles, ellcee and Sharla 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki007 Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 My wife and I are vaccinated. We will not cruise if there is a mask mandate. I wear a mask in the hospital all day, I wear a mask at the grocery store. I’m not wearing a mask on vacation. I’m hoping to return to cruising in 2023 with no restrictions. CruiseRoyalDad 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zacharius Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 I can't wait to get my vaccine, and a vaccine mandate would go a long way in making me get back in to the petri dish world of mass market cruising. Masking? No. I wear a mask religiously, and I still travel for essential work (domestic and international) where I need to wear a mask for 20 to 30+ hours straight while flying around the world (including stops), so masks don't bother me. But, no way do I want to spend my vacation wearing one. I'd rather just wait until the need is gone and spend my vacation time/money on more low key things like lake cabins and national parks. loki007 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff P Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 I’m ok with having to have the vaccine to go, really doesn’t bother me. Really would rather not have to wear the mask while on vacation. We always have ours on while out in public now and really don’t mind it, half the time I forget it’s on...but really hoping by our next cruise we don’t have to wear them, that’s in 2022 though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jticarruthers Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 Hard to say, my biggest cruise activities are floating in the pool and sitting at the bar ... if those are both basically nixed by having to mask the whole time, seems like it would be a waste but we shall see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leroyr55 Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 Clear the gangway here I come vaccinated and masked if required. I need a vacation. Getting second shot this Thursday. ellcee and SpeedNoodles 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 As I already posted in another thread. Hubby is getting his vaccine this month, mine should be no later than May. We already wear masks everywhere we go. As soon as those borders open up, we will be there! It's already been way too long! WAAAYTOOO, ellcee, Mrs. RoyalMoyal and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oliver Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 I have been fully vaccinated as of Feb 13 and have no problem wearing a mask if it means cruising again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FionaMG Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 I'm still on the fence about the mask. But a staycation just doesn't cut it even though we're lucky enough to live in a place with good weather and gorgeous beaches... My biggest concern about vaccination possibly being mandatory is that there is a very good chance I will not be able to get it in time for our cruise on Harmony in September, whereas there is a decent chance the other 3 people travelling with me will. I'm glad we are covered under CWC in the event that we would have to cancel because I couldn't meet the vaccination requirement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joberry57 Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 2 hours ago, steverk said: I plan on getting the vaccine and would prefer that everyone on the ship has one as well, so that's no problem for me. Masking depends on how far out we are talking about. Sailing in 2Q21, I'd expect it and accept it. 2H21 & 1H22, I'd do it, but feel it was senseless. After July 2022 I'd start thinking that this was a senseless exercise that would never end. At that point it might affect my enjoyment and decision to cruise going forward. I tend to think along these same lines regarding the mask. The vaccine isn't an issue as I get my 2nd dose Thursday. I have one cruise on the books September 2022 assuming things will be close to normal and I'm looking at booking for October 2022 also. Thinking of maybe December this year knowing there might still be a mask mandate at that time. I get going back and forth on that one though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonOasis Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 With my next cruise not scheduled until October my plan is to get vaccinated in July or August of this year. If vaccination becomes a requirement in this country to restart cruising I have no problem with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teddy Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 18 minutes ago, FionaMG said: But a staycation just doesn't cut it even though we're lucky enough to live in a place with good weather and gorgeous beaches... We feel the same way about staycations. I've had enough of them over the past year. For some reason I always end up taking on multi-day projects around the house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FionaMG Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 24 minutes ago, teddy said: For some reason I always end up taking on multi-day projects around the house. This exactly. Us too! We intended to get out and about last summer and do some of the things that the many tourists who visit the area do... Did we? Nope. Not even one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flopper Posted March 1, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 2 hours ago, Matt said: I'm in! Can't wait. For the first cruise back, of course! But what if you had let’s say 4 cruises in between Thanksgiving and February 2022. Would you be willing to hit ALL of your booked sailings with the double mandate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pooch Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 Hubby and I have been working throughout the pandemic, me in constant customer contact. Masks all day every day. We contracted Covid from his elderly parents (they got very sick & we rushed over to help) just before Christmas. As a PP said, him worse than me. Our first shots are Friday. I’ve been to WDW for a week and another week in Central Florida both with masks. It was fine and did not affect my trips at all. We are just used to wearing one. All this to say HELL YES!! Stick a needle in my arm & a mask on my face. I am ready and willing!!! Tcruisin and SteelersNationVA 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Srp431 Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 Will get the vaccine and wearing masking inside is fine, but won't cruise if we have to wear masks outside on the pool deck or just walking around outside. DD474 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allen2 Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 Masks: YES. Vaccine: YES. Cruising at that point: YESSSS!! Tcruisin, sammy79, SpeedNoodles and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DD474 Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 4 hours ago, DublinFC said: I was just talking with my wife about our Dec cruise. We are of the same mind. Masking for ages now, I had covid in Dec thankfully she and our daughter didn't. The vaccine seems to be helping with keeping numbers down. I am hoping by Dec the mask requirements will be loosened, but I am not holding my breath on it. I really hope the pool deck is a mask free zone when you are stationary in your deck chair or at a table. The pictures of the Singapore cruises with masks on while lounging at the pool does not look like a good time. I am also not counting on the cruise to sail. Until the testing phase has passed and cruise vacations start officially sailing again I am not going to get too excited for what ifs. I just got my 2nd vaccination this past Friday, my wife get's hers this Friday. We're book on Allure of the seas this December. Hopefully thing's will be normal by then. KristiZ, SpeedNoodles and DublinFC 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mook1525 Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 What about mandatory mask on pool deck? Any of you willing to do that too? Just curious Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaryAA Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 I’m not in a hurry to get the vaccine but will have it in time for a cruise if needed. I’ll wear a mask if they are required. We will eventually see some interesting tan lines with mask wearing.... WAAAYTOOO 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaryAA Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 BTW, on my flight home from Key West Saturday, Delta would not allow “gator” style masks. DD474 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedNoodles Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 1 hour ago, mook1525 said: What about mandatory mask on pool deck? Any of you willing to do that too? Just curious I am (honestly, I spend almost no time on the pool deck anyway except maybe getting a drink from the bar while walking around). teddy and DD474 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisellama Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 Mask-Yes Vaccine - Yes (but have not yet had the opportunity to fill that square yet) SpeedNoodles and DD474 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda R Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 2 hours ago, SpeedNoodles said: I am (honestly, I spend almost no time on the pool deck anyway except maybe getting a drink from the bar while walking around). I spend little time on pool deck, so I do not really care about masks there. I would go on a cruise with mask restrictions without a problem, and also just doing excursions with RC. I am just ready to go! 8 cruises booked still........ teddy and SpeedNoodles 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisellama Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 If vaccines are required, it will limit the pool of eligible guests at least for 2021. A majority of US guests won't even have the opportunity to be vaccinated until mid-late summer. I believe Israel leads the world in percentage of population inoculated (but a small market). I read that based upon their stats, the vaccine they use is 92% effective. Less developed countries with limited medical logistics systems will take even longer to get their populations inoculated. But if we're only going to see 1 or 2 ships sale (per cruise line) from a US port this year, a vaccine requirement would probably fit that limited back to sail strategy. DD474 and sk8erguy1978 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk8erguy1978 Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 (edited) There are a lot of variables at play. I recall seeing something about drinking at bars only, that's a deal breaker. Masks: if it is 24/7 outside cabin maybe, but if that's including a pool lounger, sorry, I'm out. If I cannot enjoy a drink on my lounger, I'm out. What's the point of taking in vitamin D with the mask on. For us, the pool deck, including hanging on the loungers, is a big way we spend a day at sea. Vaccine: take it or leave it. I'm not anti-vax and will probably get it when it's my turn (last). Mainly to put my in-laws minds at ease and of course the suspicion places will ask for a "vax pass." As others my wife gave it to me after treating a C+ patient volunteering as an EMT. We had symptoms but nothing major, just felt like crap, fever, aches, etc. Edit: I don't see my September Oasis out of NJ sailing anyway. Edited March 2, 2021 by sk8erguy1978 Add DD474 and Dan Curtis 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DD474 Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 13 hours ago, mook1525 said: What about mandatory mask on pool deck? Any of you willing to do that too? Just curious YES....Ready for the Pool Deck.. SAFETY FIRST I assume this is what were talking about Just a bit difficult with my drinks sammy79, sk8erguy1978 and cruisellama 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk8erguy1978 Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 13 hours ago, mook1525 said: What about mandatory mask on pool deck? Any of you willing to do that too? Just curious Walking around, maybe / sure. Sitting at lounger, no. Dan Curtis 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DD474 Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 14 hours ago, Allen2 said: Masks: YES. Vaccine: YES. Cruising at that point: YESSSS!! What about ship capacity ? Does anyone know if RCCL ships will sail 1/2, 3/4 of full capacity ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted March 2, 2021 Report Share Posted March 2, 2021 5 minutes ago, DD474 said: What about ship capacity ? Does anyone know if RCCL ships will sail 1/2, 3/4 of full capacity ? Exactly figures haven't been released. It's largely believed at the start it will be closer to half, and then ramp up from there. They also said the exact percentage will vary from ship to ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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