Freaking out

[linerode]

Like everyone, I'm over the constant changes in policy over covid testing. We're flying to Rome on a Thursday and don't board until Sunday so we have to do our Optum antigen test, that RC pushes, on a Friday from the apartment we are renting, hoping that they have enough bandwidth to do the video call. Otherwise we'll be hunting for other options once we get there. Grrr. 

[linerode]

Interestingly, RC is confused on this issue as well. I called their number and spent an hour being put on hold over and over while they 'checked with others' to get clarification. 

[Cruise Gopher]

1 hour ago, linerode said:

Like everyone, I'm over the constant changes in policy over covid testing. We're flying to Rome on a Thursday and don't board until Sunday so we have to do our Optum antigen test, that RC pushes, on a Friday from the apartment we are renting, hoping that they have enough bandwidth to do the video call. Otherwise we'll be hunting for other options once we get there. Grrr. 

What is your sail date?

[def0715]

I sail Sept. 19 from Rome (itinerary includes Greece) and am unclear on the 48 hours. Rapid antigen test 48 hours before my srr selected  boarding time? Certainly not a lot of clarity.

[ramja96]

The "48 hours" they state is indeed confusing, however, RCI has said that it just needs to be 2 days prior. So if you are boarding on Monday, Sept. 19 you can take your test anytime Saturday or Sunday.

[Husky1987]

We were just in Rome in June and there are pharmacies all over the place that will do Covid testing with results within hours.  It should be very easy to find something close to your apartment...no need to freak out, you'll be fine. 

[def0715]

I’ll be using an eMed test but am just trying to figure out the timing. Other cruise lines have typically said two days before and not stated “48 hours.” Thanks. (First time on Royal in about 15 years, and I want to make sure I actually make it on the ship.)

[klfhngr]

16 hours ago, linerode said:

Like everyone, I'm over the constant changes in policy over covid testing. We're flying to Rome on a Thursday and don't board until Sunday so we have to do our Optum antigen test, that RC pushes, on a Friday from the apartment we are renting, hoping that they have enough bandwidth to do the video call. Otherwise we'll be hunting for other options once we get there. Grrr. 

This past May, we stayed in Rome for a few days before our 10 day Med cruise on X. There are so many pharmacies in Rome, almost every corner, that you might consider doing that instead. It's so quick and easy, you'll get your results in minutes! If you don't want to wait, grab an espresso then go back!

Edited August 24, 2022 by klfhngr

[def0715]

Are children 11 and younger assumed to be free of COVID? They don’t have to test at all if I’m reading the protocols correctly. Baffling.

[linerode]

22 hours ago, Cruise Gopher said:

What is your sail date?

Sept11, 8 day cruise to Greece. 

Edited August 24, 2022 by linerode

[MommaBear55]

35 minutes ago, linerode said:

Sept11, 8 day cruise to Greece. 

I am going a few weeks after you, and since they have changed the verbiage to 48 hours from two days, I will time my test for 48 hours  prior to the published sailing time. 

[PhoenixCruiser]

[njkruzer]

10 hours ago, def0715 said:

Are children 11 and younger assumed to be free of COVID? They don’t have to test at all if I’m reading the protocols correctly. Baffling.

No, check protocols again. Depends on vaccination status and length of cruise.