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On ‎2‎/‎28‎/‎2020 at 3:35 PM, Organized Chaos said:

The MSC Meraviglia was blocked by Jamaica and the Cayman Islands this week because of a crew member displaying flu-like symptoms and what the ports claimed to be a travel history to a "country of interest relating to the COVID-19." MSC stated that his travel history didn't include any such countries and that he tested negative for Corona. He had Influenza A, I believe they said it was. However, Cozumel did let them port and debark. And now today, a ship with Fred Olsen Cruise Lines was denied by the Dominican Republic because a few people onboard displayed flu-like symptoms, but none have been confirmed to carry the Coronavirus.

 

We'll be departing for a southern itinerary next week and I'm not worried. For the most part, the Caribbean isn't much of a concern in regards to cancelled ports as of right now. My wife said a few of her coworkers have come in sick. No reason to believe it's anything other than colds or flu, but she's not happy they decided to come in sick, coughing & sneezing all over the place, when we're days away from our cruise.

Are you on the Horizon out of Miami on Saturday?  If so, we are too!  Packing some extra hand sanitizer and expecting a great time!

Thank you!  Adding water bottles to the pack list!

Does anyone know if Carnival ships (particularly the Horizon) have water bottle filling stations?  I walk around with one in my hand all the time, and am thinking about the possibility of filling and taking to excursions.  Thanks for your input!

Thank you all!  Nine days from now and I am out of the blizzard zone and off on the Horizon!  :)

Simple question.  Do we need to pack beach towels for port days?  It has been a long time since our last cruise and I cannot remember.  Thanks!

This is very helpful, thank you!

What is within walking distance at the La Romana port?  Shops, restaurants, last-minute booths to set up excursions?  Any information you can share will be much appreciated!

Me too!  I am also going to start a thread about day pass ideas (in case you are interested).  :)

Thank you both!  The $5 chat feature sounds like a great way to keep my group in touch!

On ‎1‎/‎17‎/‎2020 at 9:44 PM, beshears said:

Won't be long.  8 of us will be finding out what Carnival Horizon serves in March!!! 🙂

I have downloaded the Carnival Hub App for our upcoming Horizon cruise, but have some questions.  The app states there is wifi that can be logged into on the ship.  Does this work well?  Where is it available on the ship (assuming common areas)?  Will I be able to log into the wifi to send messages, check Facebook, post pictures, etc.  Thanks so much for any information you can share and happy sailing!!