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If you take any medications that are controlled substances (ie, medications classed as US schedule II) you will want to make sure to take them in the original pharmacy-provided bottle (many mds are willing write a prescription for a smaller quantity just to cover the duration of the trip). Most of the time you won't have to worry about it, but there is always the one time...

 

Btw, if you have any "life or death" medications, you can also ask your doctor for a backup copy of the prescription that you can keep with your other travel documents in case something in case of emergency.

like a virgin cuba libre?

 

In a tall glass with a lime wedge?

 

Sheldon...

Don't know if this matters, but will you be allowed to erect your own umbrella on the beaches? I know many of them have umbrella rentals, I wouldn't be surprised if they were a bit territorial and didn't allow 'outside' umbrellas.

 

Just something to think about :confused:

Ten minutes per UV exposure is not very practical as a stateroom would require multiple exposures due size and line of sight requirements.

 

It's not even very practical on airplanes if it takes a ten minute exposure. Due to budgets, etc, most airplanes are turned around- cleaned, filled with gas, etc and ready to load with new passengers- within 15 minutes of passenger disembarkation. That robot can do 2-3 rows per time? You're looking at over 8 hours on a 747 (and that's not even including the third second of seats or the time to load/unload the robots).

 

I'm not even going to bother figuring out how long it would take to zap a ship like Oasis otS.

 

Lovely idea, but still 5-10 years out.

on MSC Lirica a few years back. We had just gotten our MSC Club Cards and you needed to go to Guest Services to have them activated so you would get your points. We did this as soon as we got on the ship. Well, we were next in line. The three Matrons in front of us were finagling trying to get a suite. They had booked an inside for three and were complaining that the beds were not large enough. The beds in the brochure showed King sized beds and their Hotel in Fort Lauderdale had THREE Queen Sized beds for them. They needed three Queen Sized beds in their Inside Cabin. When they were dismissed without any upgrades, and I made it to the desk, I told the Purser that they had done well. She activated my card and thanked me. (bottle of champagne was sent to the room)

 

After all that I'd be tempted to send her a bottle of champagne!

 

I'm not nice enough or patient enough to work a guest services desk...:rolleyes:

Thank you for your reply, although I don't at all care for the procedure posited! To me, disembark day is different, as you don't have a lot of choice about leaving the ship. Since in transit passengers are going right back on, I would hope that something could be done to make it easier. Leave them in their cabins, and clean around them? This at least sounds reasonable, if they are otherwise compliant, although I realize there may be other factors I've not considered.

Move them to the Infirmary and let them lie down there until the deep cleaning is done?

 

The only problem I can see with letting those poor people stay in their cabins is if they are using foggers (as suggested by chengkp75) which require special precautions it may be unsafe for the passenger. Also, they might not be able to get any food or any else delivered during the clean up because the crew will be busy.

 

I sympathize with them, though. When I had what I believe was noro (in my area when you are at home and don't go to the doctor it's called the "24 hour" flu) I didn't want to leave my bedroom/bathroom.

Except the baked potato isn't really baked, it's steamed. The consistency if wrong

 

It's probably baked, but then steams because it was wrapped in foil, or if it sits on the steam table on the buffet or while waiting for plating.

Just wondering- if a passenger was to need medication, does the ship doctor prescribe it and is there a basic amount of medication on board? For example, say a child was to come down with probable strep throat. Does the ship doctor have antibiotics on board?

 

Thanks in advance-

 

Don't bet on it.

 

If you are prone to infections (strep, ear, bladder, etc) you can ask your regular physician if he/she will prescribe you some antibiotics just in case. Depending on the physician and infection, they might.

Can you imagine panties being allowed in the MDR?

 

I should hope panties are allowed in the MDR, because I always wear them there...:D

Hi we are joining celebrity infinity in jan 2015 to cruise around South America.

 

Do we have to take the cruise excursions or is it ok to arrange our own shore visits. Also what would you recommend we must see.

 

Yes, you can (almost) always arrange your own excursions. Check out the Port of Call area for ideas, and visit your roll call to see if anyone has any tours organized.

If you want to split into just two groups, can't you just have the couples/roommates split up (one in each group), then they each have a key?

Some posters report problems with spending from their debit cards on shore because a foreign purchase triggers a fraud alert.

 

If you call your bank or credit card company before you go, not only will they mark your account so it won't trigger a fraud alert, it will trigger an alert if it is used at home.

There is plenty of souvenir shopping around. I remember it particularly near the cathedral and Teatro Romano.

Actually, Disney uses a specific shade of yellow for all its Mickey-themed items. It is a specific, proprietary shade, just like Tiffany's jewelry boxes are one specific shade of robin's egg blue.

 

According to several sources, including an article by the New York Times (http://www.nytimes.com/1997/01/16/garden/now-it-s-heigh-ho-off-to-sea-we-go.html) Disney did receive special approval for that specific shade.

 

The Disney Company is known for their branding and their themed architectural design, down to the last detail. If anyone would go to the trouble of specifying uniquely-colored lifeboats, they would.

maybe a Dancing with the Stars cruise on HAL?

[quote name='emilysmimi']I want to thank the OP for these questions. I also have some medical problems that require special drinks. Kefir for the probiotics and cranberry-grape (the only cranberry juice I can stand) for low kidney function. I have carried these things on when sailing other cruise lines without a problem, so I had no idea it might be an issue with Royal. I'll be giving guest services a call tomorrow! Thanks again for the heads up! :)[/QUOTE]

have you ever tried cranberry suppements? They are available at all major pharmacies (I got mine at the grocery store). They are just a more concentrated version of cranberry juice (no strange "healthy" additives). I find them much easier to travel with- so much lighter! (btw, I take them for urinary tract health, and was recommened them by my doctor).

This is kind of late, but I hope it helps:

 

-have your doctor or nurse practioner double check your blood counts in the run up to your cruise, particularly your white blood counts. If they are low (making you more vulnerable to infection), you may be able to get a white cell booster like neulasta to help your immune system. You might also choose to wear a face mask (surgical mask) in crowded situations.

 

-buy a very large bottle of sunscreen and use it! Chemo makes your skin incredibly sensitive. When my dad was on chemo he once got sunburn by riding in a car. I'd also recommend a big sunhat (you can get some really cute ones) and light-weight, long-sleeved clothes.

 

-Prepare to be hot and cold- layers are your friend.

 

-write up or have your doctor/np/chemo nurse/medical person write up a complete list of all of your medications, including their generic names, and other common names, dosages, and why you are taking them. I'd also include a contact list of your physicians, chemo clinic, etc. A list like this was incredibly helpful to our family, both at home and away.

A listing might read "Tylenol. Generic name: Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol. 300mg by mouth once daily as needed. Prescriber: Dr. Joe Smith"

 

-lastly, take your time. Allow yourself to relax, nap if needed, meander instead of rushing, and just enjoy yourself!

what about getting the internet package, and using skype or google phone? Bonus to using skype is you could see your little one's face!

Sarah, I don't post much, but I do read a lot, and I have to say that your reviews are some of my favorites, right up there with Gambee and Sailor Jack.

 

Keep up the good work!

I've had a bunch of -bleep- in my life, and have had a UTI, and panic attacks. Can I have $60,000 a year?

 

I don't even make $60,000 a year in full time salary!

agree- none of the above. I'd want to do both China and Japan and the Med.

Madrid doesn't close during siesta very much anymore. The major sites- museums, palace, etc, and most larger stores stay open. Some small boutique type stores do close but it seems more like an exception than the rule in the tourist areas of Madrid.

 

Seville and southern Spain on the other hand....

I love Madrid.

 

I've taken the AVE several times. It is easy, comfortable, and clean. It is also on time- if it does not arrive within five minutes of its scheduled time your ticket price is refunded!

 

The AVE will arrive in Madrid at Atocha station. It is a gorgeous train station located in the center of Madrid. The Prado is literally right down the street. There is a station for the subway (called the metro) at Atocha. I find the subway easy and convenient. There are lots of buses and taxis located right outside the station.

 

If you get a hotel near the Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, or Plaza Santa Ana it will take you about 15 minutes to get there from Atocha, sometimes less, depending on the subway schedule or road traffic if you take a taxi. Any hotel in that area will also be very convenient for most of the attractions in old Madrid. Many will offer a good, sometimes free, shuttle to Madrid's Barajas Airport.

 

There is a lot to see in Madrid. The art museums are incredible. Picasso's Guernica is so powerful in person, there is a tangible emotion about it. The Palacio Real is gorgeous. The king doesn't live there but uses it for working (I wish I had an office like that...). The old town is fun, and there are a lot of great bars and restaurants.

You can ask your doctor (orthopedist or surgeon) for a wallet card that says you have a metal medical implant. You can just show it to the security or TSA agent standing at the front of the scanner. They usually will just use the wand on you.

At the moment, I chose "I care how I look to everyone" but I am trying hard to gain more confidence so I can say I only care how I look to myself and maybe to my SO.