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I have a bunch of rapid response test kids five in each box

@PTC DAWGyes its 10 night southern on Equinox. I have some Rapid Response test kits at home they may be government approved. Maybe I can use them for a protoctored test. I really prefer going out on the 24th.

Ok did not realize that. I may just do the proctored test. There is only 1 air canada flight out on September 26th day before cruise its very early morning but if luggage gets lost I may not get in time for cruise so rather spend extra night in hotel. I have some test kits at home government approved so may bring them. This is just new to me and don't want to mess up

I was thinking emed as well. Walgreens seems unreliable and you have to book 2 days in advance. Since I have not booked flights not sure when to book tests for also flights can be delayed. They seem pretty expensive here at home Costco charges $16 Canadian no tax for a rapid test.

I've tried Google. There is a Walgreens near 17th street Bridge if they offer it I can stay close by don't want a drive-thru

Looking for a test within walking distance of hotel for my September 26th cruise. Flying from Toronto 2 days in advance so need test done Saturday. The testing facility near the hotel will deliver results within a day or 2 and closed Sunday so that won't work. Traveling solo and looking for a CVS or Walgreens that can have results sent in a couple hours. I've also posted this in the Florida ports of call board.

Planning to fly from Toronto 2 days prior to cruise and staying at the Riverside. They have testing close by but results may not come in before cruise on the Monday. Would appreciate suggestions for a test near hotel within walking distance. Failing that I will have to fly in a day in advance and test day before I leave. Its only a 3 hour flight for me but I just want to make sure I get my luggage in time.

Some benefits for me too. May have an aperol spritzer on my concierge class SV.

@higgibthey have all sorts of apps delivered to state room on Concierge class. I've had shrimp and hummus which we enjoyed. And if you don't care for something delivered you can ask for a substitution. I also like the sparkling wine as I order OJ in the morning and make my own mimosas. No drinks package on this upcoming cruise.

Thats not good enough. I would have complained and taken it further. That embarkation lunch is not free; we pay for it as part of the concierge class.

I'm not crazy about the app because of lack of notification. Easier just to call them in their cabin and or leave message.

I actually go to the lunch as I love the beef short ribs on the menu plus the fact I avoid the crowded buffet. Since my cruise is out of Fort Lauderdale many will be onboard by lunch.

Hopefully will be on Embarkation day. I'm on the September 26th Equinox. Not a fan of buffets.

Well let's hope its on day 1 of cruise. This was the main reason for the upgrade. Don't really care about the afternoon appetizers as I'm not always around to enjoy them.

I just upgraded from a regular balcony cabin to a C1 aft balcony. The last time I was in concierge class was in 2019 and lunch in the MDR on embarkation day was included. My CVP now says they can sometimes hold the lunch on the first sea day but doesn't make sense as DR is open to everyone. Would anyone know first hand? I was really looking forward to the special lunch. Cruise is September 26th 10 night Southern itinerary.

Whenever I don't have a drinks package and thats on most cruises, I bring my own David's tea water bottle and tea and make ice tea as I prefer it to the ships brand.

Someone posted that they cut their thumb opening the can. Not planning on getting a drinks package on my next cruise and as Elite probably collect a few of these. I didn't even realize I could get them during HH.

Only booked FBC once when desperate as my flights were canceled they did the booking but I had to walk the agent through the process.

If you have an air canada aeroplan credit card you get 1 piece of checked baggage free but you must book through the airline directly not with a third party. Always read the fine print before booking.

I've only booked FBC once and price was identical to what I could find on my own. Was 2 weeks out from cruise when my original flight was canceled. They are not the most knowledgeable and big language barrier but at least we had flights.

In all the years I have cruises only had 2 beverages packages and both have been in the last six months. I prefer to bring my own wine from home sometimes to drink on the balcony before dinner then top up to bring to dining room. No corkage fee has ever been charged.

One of the martinis at WCB is Tropically Yours made with Parrot Bay rum. I would have thought parrot bay would be part of the classic package but when I inquired was told they follow the ingredients in the recipe. Not sure but it was a fantastic drink.

I also love Aperol spritzers but found they don't taste the same as I make them at home and that's on all the ships. Maybe its the quality of sparkling wine they use. I'm wondering if they have a supply chain issue as I've been trying to purchase locally and they are out of stock of the large bottles. They have the ready made individual ones but not cost effective.

Magic carpet not very busy when we were there and yes great views. Eden on deck 5 aft was another favorite spot to read while sipping a martini very quiet at times I was the only one there.

Like you I sailed on all the S class ships and very apprehensive to try the Edge until our February western Caribbean itinerary. My sister and I each had our own single cabins insides steps away from the pool. We loved the king bed and huge cabin. Did not miss a balcony one bit. Loved Eden also magic carpet where we would get some fantastic aft views. Bartender was the best in Eden and made some lovely martinis, his own concoction. Would sail on her again depending on prices.