RoamingRetirees

41 minutes ago, Blue Eyed Belfast Belle said:

Just read on media that is social that there will be information released about Icon of the Seas on 18th Oct!

Episode 2 of Making an Icon is coming Thursday, September 22, at 10am EST.

2 hours ago, whirlybird3 said:

 

Is Celebrity testing everyone on B2B sailing out of Rome?

 

We were tested the day before we got to Rome on the TA. We were told if we tested positive we would have to get off. However, they actually had the positive cases stay on the ship for quarantine. While not a great thing to have happen, they were treated similarly to the OP of this thread, except they were put on deck 3 in OV cabins, not balconies.

13 minutes ago, RichYak said:

bananavan has also posted about her experience in this thread to contrast yours. No need to send people away for responding appropriately

Except it has almost taken over this thread and overshadowed the good as reported by the OP. We were on Reflection, and they were also treated very well. They did their ten days and were free to enjoy the rest of the cruise.

15 minutes ago, rachiem said:

So in that case, rather than being offloaded, it would be better to remain onboard as the isolation period could be shorter I suppose.

When we tested for b2b, we were told we had to get off if we tested positive. However, that's not what happened . They stayed on for the quarantine. I don't know for sure that it's true, but I heard that Italy wouldn't let them off.

6 hours ago, mickeysgal said:

What an absolute nightmare. I can’t imagine what you all are going through.  
 

Is your 10 day max quarantine tied to the requirements of your disembark port?  Italy has a max 21 day quarantine or negative test whichever comes first. So for those cruises that end there, does that mean could be in ship quarantine for a possible full 21 days? 

Those on our cruise to Rome were in quarantine for 10 days and then released to enjoy the rest of the cruise.

1 hour ago, suzyluvs2cruise said:

Thanks...the desk doesn't come out like those on Quantum class ships....wish it did. 

I'm sure we'll still want to cruise again but not until testing to return to the US is not in effect.

I agree. The testing needs to stop.

47 minutes ago, suzyluvs2cruise said:

 

We've learned that we need to order at least an hour ahead of when we want to eat. Last night's dinner was good...tasty and almost piping hot. The Decoy Cabernet added to our dining experience. There's one desk and a low table...which doesn't lend itself to dining so I improvised and put the cushion from one of the chairs on the other and used that for my table. Not perfect but better than bending down.

 

 

 

 

Glad your food is getting better.  That Decoy Cab is very good!  Not sure about Apex, but on Edge that desk can be pulled out and used as a table. We did that for room service breakfast.

Good luck with your test tomorrow.

By the way, after this will you change your username to suzystllluvs2cruise? 🙂

2 minutes ago, John&LaLa said:

 

Yep, didn't get decent till the third flight.

 

Laura was actually much better than me. Picked it up on 1st flight

I remember the instructors on Quantum saying women in general have an easier time with it.

14 minutes ago, Gail77 said:

Just got my cancellation emails. 5 B2B for my big birthday, down the toilet. 

Oh no. That's awful.

Just now, Crism said:

 

There goes my 13 nights in the huge Deck 9 aft balcony next January 😭😭😭

So sorry! So dissapointing after waiting so long to cruise.

Someone just posted on the website-that-shall-not-be-named that all Radiance cruises to Australia have been cancelled. No other details. Just that "Bayley did it AGAIN."

3 hours ago, TwinMamainMN said:

I'm glad you had a wonderful time. We will be on Odyssey in under 2 weeks. Also from MN. Any specific tips?

Make reservations for The Book in 270 as soon as you board--fantastc show. No reservations required for theater shows. Make sure you see The Tap Factory and The Effectors. Very popular, so get in line early. Effectors had amazing special effects, including drones flying over the audience. 

25 minutes ago, Ourusualbeach said:

Formal night down under

 

https://www.weber.com/AU/en/recipes/red-meat/marinated-kangaroo-fillet/weber-200092.html

That looks good.

35 minutes ago, island lady said:

Really enjoyed our lunch at Pancho's Backyard for lunch.  Nice sunny walk over to the competitor's terminal area, (which IMHO  I think is nicer than the international pier we dock at ).  Got a table in the breeze right over the water's edge, enjoyed their "Mexican Sampler" plate with big glasses of Margaritas on the rocks.  Spoiled!  😉  

 

Did the usual poking our noses into a few touristy shops. Found a "chocolate tasting shop" with local homemade Mexican chocolate...Bucky scored a nice dark bar.  😋

 

Earlier this morning, while waiting for substitute cabin attendant to have a chance in our cabin, we were able to score a last minute ride on Northstar.  They were not busy at all.  Finally first time on the "big crane"...it was pretty cool!  

 

Canceled our reservations for Northstar on Friday, in favor of "Zone Zero" at Sea Plex.  Mario recommended it to us...he loves it and has done it many times.   Hmmm...will be interesting.  😉 

 

 

 

 

What is Zone Zero?

9 minutes ago, island lady said:

 

They were all the same on first night.  I think I would miss the librarian....he had a great voice and expressions.  

 

 

 

 

 

Yes. We didn't care for the new one's expressions at all. His voice was ok, but not as good as the last one.

42 minutes ago, John&LaLa said:

 

Are the librarian, drummer, violinist, and balance girl new?

The librarian and drummer. We liked the previous librarian better.

4 hours ago, island lady said:

 

I believe that was the current cast member's last time on this ship.  New replacements being trained right now.  At least that is what Mitch mentioned at Top Tier.  

New cast members in The Book tonight. 

3 hours ago, island lady said:

 

We want to go back to Tap Factory.  Loved that one as well.  🙂 

 

Saw the virtual symphony concert last night.  Tech effects were so good, you could swear (almost anyway) it was live in front of you.  A lot cheaper than going to the real concert.  😄  Was hardly anyone in there.  But then again Effectors was going on at the same time.  

We're seeing The Book again tonight, and plan to see Tap Factory again next week. Great show.

We saw the Effectors again last night. It was even better the second time. 

2 hours ago, island lady said:

 

Not sure how many legs he is on.   He had a "time out" for Covid reasons and has just now been able to get back on a ship. 

 

He seems to have a really close relationship with Captain Per.  He did a really cute speech when accepting award on stage.  They played off each other, and we all agreed on the new improved changes post Covid he pointed out.  The best being the "e" muster.  Sooo nice now!  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mario was on Odyssey with us on the January 2 sailing also. He gave pretty much the same speech. As I recall, he was with Captain Per on Odyssey's inaugural sailing. I was surprised to see him again today since he wasn't on last week.

1 hour ago, A&L_Ont said:

I doubt that you’d Jeff Gordon see as NASCAR is starting up again on Sunday with The Daytona 500. 

 

I find it interesting in this photo that the windows in this photo are heavily tinted or the blinds are pulled down. The sun is shining on that side of the ship but it makes me wonder if they are ever up. 

There were people out on deck last night.

5 hours ago, John&LaLa said:

 

It still doesn't  make sense, but that's fine. It's just fun

 

The Book doesn't have a storyline. It is about a librarian who picks one chapter from each of his seven favorite books and brings them to life. You're right. It is fun. Talented cast. 

42 minutes ago, John&LaLa said:

BTW, social distancing staff are serious on looking for vaccine bracelets. Saw folks turned away at the show. 

We have a couple at the table next to us in the MDR who don't wear them. 

1 hour ago, Bailey & Sophie said:

 

From my perspective that cat just pooped a huge red ball.

Or he swallowed chewing gum. 

27 minutes ago, little britain said:

Anthem out of Southampton… same ports as were leaked earlier and stupid high prices. 

Extremely high.