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We booked through our credit card agent and are supposed to get a voucher which, like a gift card, can be used any time, in any amounts, no expiry date and can even be given to our children. (or anyone else!). We were told it would take 6 weeks, but I think it is more than that. If we don't get it by the end of August, I will again contact the credit card agent.

4 hours ago, drk said:

I'll second Jordan Peterson and we also enjoyed Gilly & the Girl.  Our favorite headliner was Lyndsey Hamilton.  Saw her several times and love her voice...also a very nice lady.

Yes, Lindsay Hamilton. I couldn't remember her first name.  The first time we saw her she was pregnant with her first child. The second time she had older kids!

Does anyone remember Pearl Kaufman? A pianist who played background music for the movies. Her playing was fabulous and her stories even better!

The next time I cruise  I am definitely going to appreciate "normal" life.

Pumpkin 11, why wouldn't you take the vaccine?

7 hours ago, Pinboy said:

I don't want to sound negative, but, that is quite likely to happen.

" It's my body " "I have my rights "---- etc , etc.

With that attitude the likelihood of someone getting sick might be quite high and everyone quarantined. 

The elevators are going to be a very big problem , more so than seating in bars, lounges, restaurants, pool ares, theater, etc.

We cancelled 2 cruises and are still holding one , but, I'm pretty sure it will be cancelled by the cruise line shortly.

Hard to believe this is happening . 

 

 

We are allowed max 2 people in our elevators and there is a sign reminding people to respect others who wish to be alone (or with spouse only).

Everyone wears a mask indoors, but I find the problem is social distancing. People come too close. I feel like I have become antisocial since I began to go grocery shopping, etc, but all I want is for people to keep away. That wouldn't work too well on a cruise!!!

We have b2b Jan and Feb. If a mask in necessary, that means that all is not well, in which case we will not sail. Very disappointing as we look forward to our winter escape. But many people with condos in Florida won't be going either. It will be a long winter.

1 hour ago, govanguy said:

Sorry. hcat said it!

Sorry to read you were disappointed with Ashley Amber. We first saw her as a member of the cast. Then we saw the Whitney show on two different cruises. I think she has a beautiful voice and a lot of potential. I am glad to hear she is starting to do her own thing. Hopefully, it will improve with experience.

21 minutes ago, Fouremco said:

 

Good comparison. Not wearing a motorcycle helmet or a face mask simply because there is no law obliging you to do so is equally stupid. So much for common sense and personal responsibility. 

Thank you.

I got side-tracked with the US Constitution and the state laws!

12 minutes ago, Wine-O said:

Wearing a seat belt is a State Law, voted in by a State Legislature and signed into law by a Governor.   What legislative body requires us to wear a face mask?  Seems to be it is an unlawful mandate.

 

Wearing a helmet driving a motorcycle is a State Law, voted in by a State Legislature.  In Virginia, for example, it is a State Law, but in South Carolina, it is not, so you are free to wear one if you like, or not to wear one.   🍷

I don't know much about state laws.

Where I live in Canada, wearing a mask in indoor public places is now a law.

4 hours ago, TeeRick said:

Dictionary definition of liberty.

1. the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views.     2. the power or scope to act as one pleases.

 

Fourteenth Amendment of US Constitution:

No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.

 

So what about wearing masks and social distancing?  IMO perhaps a matter of liberty to some and I understand that - but to me a matter of common sense and personal responsibility.  

According to your definition, it is no more a matter of liberty than being told to wear a seat belt  or a uniform.

Responsible people do what is necessary.

2 hours ago, zitsky said:

USA seems to care about individual liberty which is why we can't get 100% mask compliance.

We get that here too, but not as much.

I don't get it.

What does wearing a mask have to do with liberty?

What about seat belts?

What about drinking and driving?

What about uniforms?

Some people like to be contrarians. That's about it.  And they are selfish and don't care about others.

I think the Mayo Clinic is a very reliable source.

10 minutes ago, zitsky said:

 

Maybe this, maybe that.  I would understand (if not agree), if someone made a comment, "if they don't want us there, don't go".  (of course!)  No one individual can "punish" a country.  But maybe people will vacation in the few countries that are open to US citizens.  And when/if this is over, maybe they will remember the welcome they were given and then travel to those places more than others.

No offense, but this is nonsense.

The only reason people from the US are banned is because others are trying to protect themselves from getting a new surge of Coronavirus. Why would anyone want to vacation in another country right now?  Why would anyone want to get on a plane unless it is for something VERY Important? As long as there are people who refuse to be careful and refuse to wear a mask, we will all have to suffer.

1 hour ago, Happy Cruiser 6143 said:

 

Wouldn't that be wonderful?  From your lips to God's ears!

What do you have against Park West?

Did they rip you off?

Over the years I have received  a whole bunch of free prints from them. No idea what I ever did with them!

Thanks to Park West, you can get free bubbly,  Lots of mail at your cabin in case you need recognition! Oh, look, we got mail!

Kidding aside, the best thing about Park West is they have an intro video of the history of art, which is worth watching.

They don't bother me. I can never guess the price of their contest article. ( Neither can I guess the weight of the Tanzanite in the jewellery boutique.

Stay healthy!

You are so lucky. Our Apex cruise in May is almost double what we paid!

8 hours ago, chemmo said:

Been, seen and enjoyed all inclusive resorts but to be perfectly honest I think a luxury villa with private pool and great views can offer so much more and certainly at a cheaper or comparable cost depending on size/luxury level of villa/occupancy...

 

Private villas offer an environment where you are not sharing spaces with strangers, you can eat out if you want to but you don’t have to...The pool is all yours, no need to reserve sun beds.

 

If you have worries about Covid, this option is the nearest you can have to a real holiday but keep in control of the number of people you mix with.

Only problem is the crowded plane and airport!

28 minutes ago, Glendakayself said:

Yes. At home. Our restaurants are open, but we do not go because the virus has surged since things opened up. 

Sound like a yummy breakfast!

4 hours ago, Glendakayself said:

We had a breakfast  and coffee that reminded us of a cruise this morning--waffles for hubby and caramel macchiato (k-cup version) for me. We can pretend and wish...

did you make this at home?

I would love to go to a restaurant one day, let alone a cruise!

The only place that I can think of is Malta. We first visited on a cruise. Although I (I,m the planner!) had thought about it, we had never gone there before.  So,, one March, instead of cruising, we spent about 3 weeks in Malta. I must say that for the most part we found it cold (and we are from Canada, which of course is colder!). It was really funny, because some days we wore our winter jackets, scarves, etc. There were many Brits vacationing there...and they were in shorts!  I couldn't believe it!! (Maybe one of you can explain this phenomenon to me!!) But we did love Malta and would return  in a warmer month!  We were at the Westin and loved it.

11 hours ago, excitedofharpenden said:

I had a search on Netflix and it doesn't seem to be available. Not here in the UK at least 😕

 

Phil 

I saw it a few months ago.  I just checked Netflix in Canada and it's still there.. If you don't have it now, watch for it. It probably will return!

On 6/30/2020 at 10:53 AM, DrKoob said:

 

Thanks Phil I knew they had a collective name. Another tip. When you are there and are eating in a restaurant, make sure you have Guernsey butter on your bread. It comes from Guernsey cows and it is the BEST BUTTER I have ever had. I can almost still taste. We loved it so much we could have just eaten the bread and butter for lunch. 

 

One more thing. Before you go read, "Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society." It's the story of how these islands (so close to Britain) were occupied by Nazi forces in WWII and how the islanders organized their own type of resistance. There is a movie as well but the book is outstanding.

The movie is on Netflix. Excellent

11 hours ago, Fly and Sail said:

I wonder why this isn't dependent on reciprocity.

 

EU included Canada on the clearance list yet Canada apparently doesn't welcome EU citizens, let alone without quarantine.

This is based on the number of cases. It is not political

this

Today I heard on the radio that considering the entire world,  yesterday was the worst day so far.

That is not good for any of us.

Unless care workers, who happen to be carriers of the Covid, enjoy the beaches or other outdoor activities in their free time.