Justina Posted April 21, 2022 Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 Hi, I am traveling on Harmony of the Seas soon out of Port Canaveral and was wondering what pre-cruise covid testing option I should pick. We are all vaccinated. On the RC website it says PCR but I've heard a rapid is acceptable since we are vaccinated. I've read to just order the emed tests and go that route, they are $150 for 6 tests. When I look at Walgreens it shows: PCR, Rapid NAAT, and Rapid Antigen but really the Rapid Antigen aren't available in my area and the PCR I worry about not getting the results in time. Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC Pats Posted April 21, 2022 Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 23 minutes ago, Justina said: Hi, I am traveling on Harmony of the Seas soon out of Port Canaveral and was wondering what pre-cruise covid testing option I should pick. We are all vaccinated. On the RC website it says PCR but I've heard a rapid is acceptable since we are vaccinated. I've read to just order the emed tests and go that route, they are $150 for 6 tests. When I look at Walgreens it shows: PCR, Rapid NAAT, and Rapid Antigen but really the Rapid Antigen aren't available in my area and the PCR I worry about not getting the results in time. Thoughts? Get the emed option. I believe they have a 3 for $99 option as well. The emed tests are simple and easy, literally takes less than 20 minutes start to finish with results and as long as you have wifi, you can do them at any time of the day or night, at home, in your hotel the night before or the morning of without worrying about making appointments or getting results on time. It's well worth the extra cost, which in the long run, isn't really that much more, for the flexibility, convenience and peace of mind they provide. ChessE4 and Justina 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
27th Lady Posted April 21, 2022 Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 I’ve used the rapid pcr at Walgreens before and it was excellent. Results were very quick. If you can get an appointment time it’s super easy ChessE4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted April 21, 2022 Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 Sailed on Harmony 4/10 and used the Walgreens Rapid NAAT without any issues. Got results within a hour*. *Turn around time comes down to how quickly the pharmacy runs the test onsite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kar3n109 Posted April 21, 2022 Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 If I order the eMed 3 pack, can it be used for 2 people? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icf75 Posted April 21, 2022 Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 I’m confused by this from the website. Supervised telehealth tests are not accepted for unvaccinated guests – only for vaccinated guests. This is the first time I’ve seen ‘unvaccinated’ and not ‘vaccinated’ or ‘up to date’. I didn’t think unvaccinated could cruise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted April 21, 2022 Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 2 hours ago, icf75 said: I’m confused by this from the website. Supervised telehealth tests are not accepted for unvaccinated guests – only for vaccinated guests. This is the first time I’ve seen ‘unvaccinated’ and not ‘vaccinated’ or ‘up to date’. I didn’t think unvaccinated could cruise? Children unable to vaccinate due to age. Since proctored tests entered the scene months ago in the US unvax children could not use them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justina Posted April 21, 2022 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 7 hours ago, kar3n109 said: If I order the eMed 3 pack, can it be used for 2 people? yes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justina Posted April 21, 2022 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 5 hours ago, icf75 said: I’m confused by this from the website. Supervised telehealth tests are not accepted for unvaccinated guests – only for vaccinated guests. This is the first time I’ve seen ‘unvaccinated’ and not ‘vaccinated’ or ‘up to date’. I didn’t think unvaccinated could cruise? Children 2-11 can be unvaccinated. My 11 year old is vaccinated but if he was not then he could test up to 3 days prior (but not telehealth) and then the port will test unvaccinated children right before they board. However, my baby is only 9 months and he will not be tested as children under 2 do not test. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LovetoCruise87 Posted April 22, 2022 Report Share Posted April 22, 2022 Getting some opinions on this: Does anyone have a thought as to how long testing will be required to cruise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby Dick Posted April 22, 2022 Report Share Posted April 22, 2022 10 minutes ago, LovetoCruise87 said: Getting some opinions on this: Does anyone have a thought as to how long testing will be required to cruise? At this time, your guess is as good as anybody else's. LovetoCruise87 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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