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OK - so now I am totally confused - we have paid for our cruise which included the Plus Package as complimentary . Booked and paid for in Australia . Are you saying now that this does not include the gratuities ? Apologies if this sounds silly from someone who has cruised often . 

Cruises booked in Australia are inclusive of "tips" or whatever you like to call it .

Sailing in January on Grand Princess out of Melbourne , having just disembarked Quantum of the Seas where masks were advised but not compulsory . With masks mandatory on Princess , can anyone give information about how this works in bars and  diningrooms please ? Not sure how a soggy mask at the pool goes either 🤭. Thinking of cancelling but hate losing the $ . 

Sailing in January on Grand Princess out of Melbourne , having just disembarked Quantum of the Seas where masks were advised but not compulsory . With masks mandatory on Princess , can anyone give information about how this works in bars and  diningrooms please ? Not sure how a soggy mask at the pool goes either 🤭. Thinking of cancelling but hate losing the $ .  

Thanks cruisers for the information - please keep updating if you get a chance . Enjoy each day and have a crack .

5 hours ago, Biker19 said:

It all depends on where you are flying and the requirements for that destination. 

Just back to Melbourne , if there are no extended delays we should be fine - if we do test positive that is something we should have prior information about the repurcussions so we can plan accordingly , not just be told post testing . 

Thanks ARXCARDS , so we are tested the day before disembarking if we are at Tier 2 . Sounds likely now. 

With the news today about 800 passengers testing positive on arrival in Sydney can anyone help with information regarding what happens with testing at disembarkation . We have a flight home at 11am so we are time critical getting to the airport . Generally now we are not forced to isolate on land but not sure of RCCL's and the port authorities procedures now ? . Sad to be nervous now when we are just 6 days away from Quantum .

With the news today about 800 passengers testing positive on arrival in Sydney can anyone help with information regarding what happens with testing at disembarkation . We have a flight home at 11am so we are time critical getting to the airport . Generally now we are not forced to isolate on land but not sure of RCCL's and the port authorities procedures now ? . Sad to be nervous now when we are just 6 days away from Quantum .

Thankyou for the information , much appreciated .

We are cruising to Adelaide and Kangaroo Island on Grand Princess in January --- I have read that it may be required  to covid test before and after going ashore ? Is this the case ? Just wondering how this could be done for such a large number and timing if this was neccessary. ?

We are cruising to Adelaide and Kangaroo Island on Grand Princess in January --- I have read that it may be required  to covid test before and after going ashore ? Is this the case ? Just wondering how this could be done for such a large number and timing if this was neccessary. 

Thanks Biker19 , 

On the app I have "entertainment" but no information other than location and venue description.I can reserve dining and shore excursions but no entertainment is listed. ( unless Im doing something incorrectly )

Thanks Belle -- any news on the production style shows that might be onboard Quantum ?

On 11/3/2022 at 7:24 AM, Chiliburn said:

That’s still $70 per meal and don’t forget you have already paid for food.

I don’t know what kind of food you like but you should be able to get anything you desire complementary or a small upcharge.

The main dining room can do off menu items ,a lobster,a big steak ???

 

You won’t starve.

 

21 hours ago, taglovestocruise said:

Just got off Quantum in Hawaii. No reservations needed for any shows. There were several shows every night.  Some shows started as late as 11:15. Look at a three night package for Specialty,  prices run about $30.00 per meal.  Chop's and Jamies were outstanding.  We had thought about staying on to Sydney but the airfare back to CA.  was outrageous. 

22 hours ago, neverbeenhere said:

Have you checked rollcalls?

Have you check the app?

 

Thanks for the reply - yes , checked the app and nothing listed yet ( 15 days to go ) . The roll call I started ages ago and has had very few contributing , hence my post here .

Hoping someone will know what entertainment is on Quantum this month - theatre , shows , times etc and whether reservations are required ?

Just hopping on for a little 6 nighter and trying to plan whether to book any outrageously priced speciality dining also . $103AU for Chops ... really? Having the Peso of the Pacific in the wallet sure makes extras a challenge. $5 casino bet is almost $10AU now - Yikes . Our USA$  visitors will get some bargains here on land..

Cheers anyway 

Thanks for the reply Thrak  , will do . Heard from an Aussie cruiser who just returned from a quick 4 nighter on Coral and the Plus Package was OK for them , so all good it seems . Must be a change of heart from Princess 😁

Thankyou for the quick reply - thats great news - - do you know if it was possible to upgrade the package to the Premium one with better spirits and wine etc ?

Need help finding out if we will indeed receive the Plus Beverage Package for the 5 Night Cruise - Melbourne , Kangaroo Island Adelaide Melbourne  - just 5 nights which says we have included the Plus Beverage Package , Medallionet device etc  ( we are Platinum members ) . Being just 5 nights , Princess usually do not offer Beverage Packages for cruises 7 nights or less . Our Summary does list the beverage package as included as complimentary with the fare purchase so I would hope there would not be a problem onboard - Does anyone have a similar experience with this ? 

Need help finding out if we will indeed receive the Plus Beverage Package for the 5 Night Cruise - Melbourne , Kangaroo Island Adelaide Melbourne  - just 5 nights which says we have included the Plus Beverage Package , Medallionet device etc  ( we are Platinum members ) . Being just 5 nights , Princess usually do not offer Beverage Packages for cruises 7 nights or less . Our Summary does list the beverage package as included as complimentary with the fare purchase so I would hope there would not be a problem onboard - hence hoping for help here . 

Sorry Bec , last question is redundant having just read your last post - slap my head emoji 🤪

How did you find the compulsory mask wearing at all times indoors - most cruises have made that optional for fully vaccinated guests , RCCL Singapore being different from RCCL most other places .