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19 hours ago, Tigrou said:

 

For 'fully vaccinated' it's still 2 days.  3 days is for 'up-to-date', ie had booster.  Did the report specifically say that it was someone who'd had the booster who was refused?

 

I'm on the same cruise as you and will be tested on Thursday at Heathrow, using the same test for my entry to the US and the cruise.  I've downloaded a copy of the wording from the HAL website to take with me in case check-in staff aren't fully aware.

 

 

 

We are also on this trip, 1st timers with HAL. We are flying out friday from LHR, tests booked for thursday afternoon..

On 3/12/2022 at 4:04 PM, terrydtx said:

You need to look at the list of spirits and wines by the glass offered at $11 and under and $15 and under, not really very many so we stay at SBP.

ANy idea where I can find this?

1 hour ago, AV8rix said:

I'm also boarding that day.  But I'll be staying at Wyndham so, presumably, won't be affecting me? But THANKS for the heads-up!

Us too, and also staying at the Wyndham! Look out for two jetlagged and confused Brits...

Without wading through 22 pages, is there a smoking section on Koningsdam? I'd rather he gave up altogether but husband likes a small cigar on holiday evenings..

HI all, may I hijack this thread? Newbies to HAL. Flying out from London next friday to join Koningsdam in San Diego. Am I right in thinking an officially administered lateral flow antigen test will do us for boarding ?And I think the same test will allow us entry into US.. we are both triple vaxxed- 2 doses plus booster..

Thank you both for taking the time to reply.. will give it some thought.

Hi all, we usually use Cunard/Azamara/Silversea. What difference will we see with HAL please? Thinking of doing the March 27th California roundtrip from SAN in a Vista suite (??) . Have been offered an extra all inclusive drinks package- is that the "Have it all" deal? Most importantly, can anyone tell me what the current Covid protocols are? We are triple vaxxed, from the UK. I know I will need an ESTA for travel, but what else is required.. a pre arrival covid test? Pre boarding one? Any tips appreciated, thanks x  

You should have received an email from Cunard last saturday with a link to the German PLF- email titled "Final preparations for your voyage" or similar..

I just tried to complete form on my laptop, but got error message "an error occurred while transmitting your data, please try again"....  it worked when I tried on my phone however.... you then have to upload a pic of your covid vax proof..

https://www.bundesgesundheitsministerium.de/fileadmin/Dateien/3_Downloads/C/Coronavirus/Infoblatt/2021/Englisch.pdf?fbclid=IwAR3hVH3M4U6mT5Swjc06l1W67Vu_HG5TNUI8axDFRf0wacxRWp4gNVFNC7A

 Just in case it's useful to anyone x

Just now, LifeonMars said:

I would have thought  Cunard QM2 and the address of the Cruise Terminal . Is there anything in the "before you sail" section that shows the address or guide to fill in the form? 

Haha, of course not- that would be too sensible!

1 hour ago, si_boy said:

I have just got to that exact same point in the form and also stuck. Mandatory fields so cannot bypass and click next.

Any replies appreciated.

Same here.. there is a paper version you can print and fill in which asks for address in Germany IF APPLICABLE..

I have had a good response with messaging on Faceache....takes a day or two to get a reply, but they do answer x Good luck, and come back to let us know if its resolved..

I have to pay the balance for my feb 11th trip by next tuesday- if I pay the balance, and Cunard subsequently cancel, are we offered a choice of cash refund or FCC?

Can't say I'm too impressed with Azamara so far, just had to call them for a 3rd time as no response either to emails or FB messenger. I am still unable to check in, I can log into my account but that's all.. it just displays an error page. They say they are aware there is an issue with check in for some bookings, and assured me I can turn up at Athens anytime from 1230-1830 without checking in-even though their paperwork says otherwise !  Anyone else having trouble?

We are boarding Quest next sat, 18th. Newbies to Azamara-only done Silversea, Cunard, Princess and Ponant so looking forward to seeing how Azamara does it. Curious as to the wine quality and wondering whether i will need to buy the premium package.. what is the weather like??

Huntingdon, what's the best way from airport to town centre..assume cab?? If so, what's the approx cost -if you know please x

On 9/3/2021 at 11:12 PM, holidaysaregood said:

Thank you for the informative posts.  Has made lots of items a lot clearer.   We fly out on the 17th from LHR for the 18th sailing.  We fly back on the Saturday.   We are staying at the Fresh Hotel in Athens.

We also fly out of LHR on 17th for a night in ATH first-are you on BA? We are on the 0840 flt...

41 minutes ago, Huntingdon1701 said:

 

Yes, 15.20 flight on Sunday. Will do. 

Same..

12 minutes ago, Huntingdon1701 said:

 

I thought it was 72 hours too, but that quote is direct from the Government guidance so is the only authoritative source.

 

Sounds like you're doing the same pattern of flights as me. If I get impounded at Heathrow, I'll let you know, but I now plan on trying to use tomorrow's test to get back. 

 

I didn't get very far with their help team either. The pre-cruise preparation was guessing in the dark. Practical experience is probably our best bet. 

Maybe Gov.uk have changed the wording- I'm sure it said 72hrs when we went to Mallorca last month- yes, please do let me know how you get on.. flying on BA to LHR?

37 minutes ago, Huntingdon1701 said:

 

Although, I've just read the Govt guidance again and it seems as if '3 days before' is actually 4 days before:

"When to take your test

You can take the test any time in the 3 days before the service on which you will arrive in England departs.

For example, if you travel directly to England on Friday, you could take a test any time on the Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday. The test result must be available for boarding."

 

So recalculating, Azamara will test on Thursday and my flight is on Sunday. So that timeline works. Despite running counter to all other testing guidance. 

 

Would that work for you too?

Very possibly- our flight is 1530 sunday... although I was under the impression the test had to be taken with 72hrs of departure? Really appreciate your help here, new to Azamara so no idea where to ask, their social media team just refers to FAQs.

Hmm, that testing schedule won't work for us as we are staying in Athens an extra day- I specifically called Azamara and they said testing will be scheduled at passengers convenience... this doesn't appear to be the case....I was told we could choose which day to test..is this not the case then?

Any chance of letting me know which wines are in the standard package at the mo please??

Thank you again Huntingdon.. really enjoying this. Confirmed my booking for 18th sept today-cabin 7057.

Thank you so much all who replied- I will of course have travel insurance, I just wondered if it was compulsory, like Cunard. Having been caught out without travel insurance once before, and then run over by a taxi in DXB I have no wish to repeat the experience. Many insurers will not cover covid related costs so wondered where Azamara stood on this.  Great to see what's happening onboard- love the idea of an airport codes quiz ! So looking forward to this- keep it up please Huntingdon1701 ! 

PS>. I would be really interested in seeing which wines they are serving at the moment...??