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16 minutes ago, Bead Pirate said:

I have been faithfully following all of the threads on this issue. We all want to return to cruising soon, Lord knows it has been a long 14 months without a cruise.

 

I just got my results back from my antibody test today (4th consecutive month now as I had COVID in February) and my natural antibodies are still well above those of a vaccinated person. My Doctor said absolutely no vax shot until the natural antibodies recede to a normal level. Beginning to wonder if that will ever occur...

 

I am sure there are a lot of folks like me out there who are in a similar position. I have not seen a lot of discussion concerning this situation.

100% this!  "Natural" antibodies and no vax in your future. There are many out there trying to figure out the same thing. They can't keep discriminating.  

3 minutes ago, BirdTravels said:

So,,, the vaccine does not prevent you from catching COVID. It prevents you from getting seriously ill when you catch it. So, if you are out and about, careless with distancing in areas where COVID is prevalent, you could catch the virus. Since you have all of those great antibodies, your body will be working to kill it off,,, but you still have the virus and you could still test positive. 

 Didn’t take long, did it? 

4 hours ago, Goodtime Cruizin said:

On a side note, last weekend I was watching the toronto Blue Jays & the Houston Astors. They played the game in Buffalo, NY due to the travel restrictions to Canada. Anyway, it was being played in a Triple AAA stadium which I thought was pretty cool for the fans in Buffalo. What I found completely odd was the seperation of the fans. 

 

Non Vaxed on the 1st base side w/ masks

Vaxed on the 3rd base side w/ no masks.

 

In order for the stadium officials to do this, they had to ask or require proof of vaccine. This can't or won't fly in Florida or Texas.  The Texas Rangers or the Houston Astros would not even think to request this info. So alot of this is all in the mindset to the culture of the region, state, or city. If I flew to Buffalo, I would have to abide by their rules. Likewise, those that cruise from wherever.... Bayonne or Miami... you're going to have to abide by those rules. It only makes sense. 

It is a mindset.  It is cultural.  It really shows how many people are still living in that scary era of 15 months ago.    

3 hours ago, jrapps said:

They won't fine the individual people, the state fines the cruise line. Even if those fines hold, they won't get paid for years.

Actually, I bet they do get paid. And you know who pays it?  You.  Just like the politician saying they won't raise taxes on those making over $XYZ. You believed that too, right?  It's the trickle down effect where the consumer unknowingly pays it on the backend. So, go ahead, cruise lines, and test the waters; then, we will all get to watch the cruise rates rise. 

39 minutes ago, CI66774 said:

Is it really much different than your loyalty status? I mean, people flaunt their status all the time when they get priority boarding, free laundry service, free internet, etc. Cruise paxs already are divided into tiers/groups and receive different incentives, etc. because of it.

Huge difference. 

56 minutes ago, Goodtime Cruizin said:

I want to cruise. I recognize that everyone else does too and there is alot of middleground that can be done to acheieve this. I also understand that my point of view is not the be all and end all of the cruising world. Having said this, I'll cruise on a fully vaccinated ship or non vaccinated ship, or even a ship with both... as long as it is mask free. I will NOT cruise with a mask requirement and I will not show proof of a vaccine in order to do so.  I will not be segregated from others and I will not accept that others will be segrated from me. The days of the  'colored' drinking fountains will never return in my life. I will not allow it. Those were terribly bad days of our times and to start them again with vax and non vaxed classes of people is not my cup of tea. I honestly could not enjoy myself on a cruise seeing this or being a part of it. If this occurs, I'll quietly cancel my cruises and move on and away from RCL,  perhaps even cruising. 

^ This. All of this! ^

24 minutes ago, lovesthebeach2 said:

I also thought about them issuing bracelets for vaccinated guests. I mentioned to my husband and e didn’t think it would work, but I do.

So, just how does a cruise line treat (discriminate) a vaccinated vs a non-vaccinated guest by bracelet color/identity?  Perhaps you'd be able to walk the other way if one approached you?  Or, throw yourself up against a wall to steer clear?  How....honestly curious how people could even suggest such nonsense!  You people really do need to stay at home where it's safe and warm. 

52 minutes ago, coffeebean said:

True.....we walk around un-vaxxed people all the time ON LAND. That is a whole different ball game. On a ship, we are not able to leave the ship at will. That is like comparing apples to oranges.

And, this my friends is why you ALWAYS  book the largest and most expensive outside room you can afford!  You can always go back to your room just in case a non-vaxxer ruins the cruise.  Or, maybe it was that non-vaxxed vendor in St. Thomas you encountered?  Do you REALLY know how stupid you've all made it sound? What if...what if...what if...  It's 2021...get on with it or stay home. 

15 hours ago, divincenzo said:

Who's to say Caribbean countries will even allow non-vaxed people disembark?  

But, what if you encounter a non-vaccinated, Covid carrying Caribbean resident and they accidentally sneeze on you?  Maybe you shouldn’t even get off the ship. Same worry and just as ridiculous sounding, right?  

Why do you care of someone fakes one or not?  If someone did, how would it affect you?  Try taking care of yourself and practice minding your own business.  Too many people still trying to divide and conquer. 

So, what I'm understanding is on HOTS we all have to buy RCI's WiFi (Voom) for iPhone/Android if we want make absolutely sure text messaging goes through in order to stay in communication.  

I thought I was smart enough to figure this out by reading past posts, but I guess I'm not.  So, I'll just ask in simple terms.  I need to keep track of teenagers on Harmony.  I know about the RCI app that's FREE for texting purposes but it's my understanding it doesn't have "push notices" and isn't all that reliable.  If the kids have an iPhone what does Royal offer for WiFi while on the ship....is that VOOM? How does all of this work that makes sense and doesn't end up costing a ton of money.  Not interested in streaming, FB or any of the social media stuff...just need to make sure these teen girls can communicate back and forth by texting me when needed.

Better than walkie-talkies.  Will that work if you wanted to text anywhere other than within the ship....like back home as long as they have the recipient also has the RCI app?  Teen onboard will be asking. 

This is good news!   So, on Harmony if you have no intention of doing anything other than "texting" from person to person (plus the other little one-offs)  there is no need to buy the Voom package?  I've been trying to find a way to keep track of the other family members onboard without buying an internet package I can do without. 

Thanks for the responses. What’s the best way (party of 6] from MCO to get to Raddison, then Radisson to Pier, and back to MCO?  Uber was really expensive so ya I would be even more. I looked at goportcanaveral.com and their hotel selection at the pier is either sold out or they don’t have availability for this many hotel rooms. 

Which hotel have you stayed that is the best and closest to the Port of Canaveral?  Taking our family plus two granddaughters (10 & 14) on their first HOTS cruise in July.  We've never sailed out of this area. I think I'd like to stay closest to the pier if possible.  Are any hotels close enough to see the ships cruise into the harbor from the hotel rooms like in MIA?  In your opinion and experience  which is your choice hotel either near or farther away from the pier?  Maybe you know of recent reliable transfers you've used that worked well from MCO/Hotel/Pier/Back to MCO on debarkation?  I'm really open to suggestions since we booked this last minute.  Thank you!

One last question, what’s so special about it that it’s reserved for certain cruisers?

Thanks, Host Clarea. Is that GS and up? Guess I could look it up but thanks anyway. 

I keep seeing Coastal Kitchen mentioned. It’s been more than a few years since we’ve cruised and since I have been reading these boards. So, what is the CK all about?

Please don't shake your head at me, but I haven't been on this board in years and I'm now

planning a trip that says perfect day .  What is the "perfect day" all about?

What a Wonderful World (Louie Armstrong)

I have enjoyed your review so much. I especially appreciate your candor for the good, bad and ugly of the ship you sailed. You made me feel like I was

part of your family as I sailed through familiar and those not so familiar ports again. Best review EVER and I thank you!!

We are really looking forward to the huge aft balcony! I promise to take good care of the room for you!! Where is 1052?

Mid-ship, port side...two down from the CL. I'll be in the CL a lot! Best morning coffee & best adult drinks on the ship. That's the only draw back to 1600...it's a LONG walk back to the CL.

Such a small world. What cabin are you in the first week? I will come and look for you. Have you stayed in 1600 before? It truly looks awesome!

 

Is the owner's suite still open? Not too likely we will get upgraded ....I never win anything or get deals! Just lucky enough to stumble on this cruise and this cabin with beginners luck! I have no doubt we will love all of it. It has been a dream of mine since I was 19. Many years ago! Now I will just spend the next 2 weeks here trying to make the time pass faster!!!

 

This review has been fantastic. Thank you Max's Mom for taking all this time!

Nope, never have been in 1600 but I'm sure it'll be fantastic. The OS is still available! Still hoping you'll get the upgrade. Maybe I'll make a call to the "peeps" tomorrow. My luck, you'll reject it! (1052 for the first one).

Thank you as well. We'll keep our fingers crossed for you that there will be no tropical storms during that time!

Wouldn't mind a "little rain". Being from AZ it's a treat to see rain, but certainly not hoping for tropical storms or hurricanes.